Senior Project Manager Senior Project Manager required to lead complex product design and development projects for our client based in Aberdeen. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced project professional to manage projects from concept through to delivery, leading multidisciplinary teams within a dynamic engineering and manufacturing environment. The Role You will oversee complex engineering and New Product Development (NPD) projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to client expectations. The position involves collaboration with global teams and stakeholders, with occasional UK and international travel. Key Responsibilities Deliver complex projects across the full project lifecycle Lead multidisciplinary and global project teams Manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation Identify and manage project risks, change control processes, and contractual requirements Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders Ensure projects are delivered in line with quality, technical, and commercial objectives Skills & Experience Required Strong background in mechanical engineering and manufacturing Proven experience delivering New Product Development (NPD) projects through gated project processes Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills Strong understanding of project risk management and project controls Qualifications & Additional Requirements Project Management qualification such as: APM PRINCE2 Equivalent recognised certification Eligible for, or currently holding, SC-level security clearance Maritime or defence sector experience preferred What s on Offer Hybrid working arrangement Opportunity to lead high-profile engineering projects Occasional UK and international travel Collaborative and innovative working environment Apply To apply for the Senior Project Manager please submit your current CV or apply via the FINTEC Recruit website.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Senior Project Manager Senior Project Manager required to lead complex product design and development projects for our client based in Aberdeen. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced project professional to manage projects from concept through to delivery, leading multidisciplinary teams within a dynamic engineering and manufacturing environment. The Role You will oversee complex engineering and New Product Development (NPD) projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to client expectations. The position involves collaboration with global teams and stakeholders, with occasional UK and international travel. Key Responsibilities Deliver complex projects across the full project lifecycle Lead multidisciplinary and global project teams Manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation Identify and manage project risks, change control processes, and contractual requirements Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders Ensure projects are delivered in line with quality, technical, and commercial objectives Skills & Experience Required Strong background in mechanical engineering and manufacturing Proven experience delivering New Product Development (NPD) projects through gated project processes Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills Strong understanding of project risk management and project controls Qualifications & Additional Requirements Project Management qualification such as: APM PRINCE2 Equivalent recognised certification Eligible for, or currently holding, SC-level security clearance Maritime or defence sector experience preferred What s on Offer Hybrid working arrangement Opportunity to lead high-profile engineering projects Occasional UK and international travel Collaborative and innovative working environment Apply To apply for the Senior Project Manager please submit your current CV or apply via the FINTEC Recruit website.
This opportunity is not one to be missed. A key client of ours is expanding their product portfolio and so is looking for a senior leader, with a design engineering background, to help development a new product range and take it from prototyping to mass manufacturing. Client Details My client is a prestigious engineering company based across the UK. They design and manufacture a wide range of complex technical solutions for a range of high-end organisations, both across the UK and internationally. With a desire to expand into a new market, and following a period of sustained growth as a wider group, this company is now looking for a Senior Leader, with an Engineering & Design background to add value to their existing team. This role will lead a small team of Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic and Software Engineers, and will be responsible for all new product development, product improvement and prototyping to help launch this new range to market. Description The Principal Design Engineer / Manager will be responsible for managing a small, but growing, team of highly skilled Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics and Software Engineers, to enable this business to bring a fantastic new product to market. Day to day responsibilities will include: Managing the product development life-cycle from conception through prototyping, build, test and validation, ready for manufacturing Acting as the technical point of contact for internal and external stakeholders Working with customers to understand their needs and leading on the design of engineered solutions to these Being at the forefront of technology and looking for innovative ways to design and improve new and existing products Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations Providing technical guidance and mentorship to your team Preparing and presenting technical reports to the board and senior leadership team Profile Successful candidates will have a strong design background and a proven ability in leading engineering teams. You will be an experienced Senior Design Engineer or Manager and possess: A solid foundation in core design engineering principles A strong background in NPI / NPD processes Good people skills, and the ability to coach, mentor and develop more junior members of the team Demonstrable experience of bringing new products to market Working knowledge of going from conception through prototyping, build, test and validation, for manufacturing readiness An appreciation for systems and technology products that comprise of electronics, embedded software and mechanical components A continuous improvement mindset, self-starting attitude and a drive to succeed A relevant engineering degree would be advantageous Job Offer Competitive salary of 90-110k, depending on experience Competitive wider benefits package A collaborative and technically focused work environment Chance to join a growing engineering business at its inception Opportunities for longer term progression into a more senior, all-encompassing, leadership role as the business continues to grow This is a rare opportunity for a Senior Design Engineer / Principal Engineer / Manager to get involved with cutting-edge products and contribute to market-leading and impactful projects.
May 15, 2026
Full time
This opportunity is not one to be missed. A key client of ours is expanding their product portfolio and so is looking for a senior leader, with a design engineering background, to help development a new product range and take it from prototyping to mass manufacturing. Client Details My client is a prestigious engineering company based across the UK. They design and manufacture a wide range of complex technical solutions for a range of high-end organisations, both across the UK and internationally. With a desire to expand into a new market, and following a period of sustained growth as a wider group, this company is now looking for a Senior Leader, with an Engineering & Design background to add value to their existing team. This role will lead a small team of Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic and Software Engineers, and will be responsible for all new product development, product improvement and prototyping to help launch this new range to market. Description The Principal Design Engineer / Manager will be responsible for managing a small, but growing, team of highly skilled Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics and Software Engineers, to enable this business to bring a fantastic new product to market. Day to day responsibilities will include: Managing the product development life-cycle from conception through prototyping, build, test and validation, ready for manufacturing Acting as the technical point of contact for internal and external stakeholders Working with customers to understand their needs and leading on the design of engineered solutions to these Being at the forefront of technology and looking for innovative ways to design and improve new and existing products Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations Providing technical guidance and mentorship to your team Preparing and presenting technical reports to the board and senior leadership team Profile Successful candidates will have a strong design background and a proven ability in leading engineering teams. You will be an experienced Senior Design Engineer or Manager and possess: A solid foundation in core design engineering principles A strong background in NPI / NPD processes Good people skills, and the ability to coach, mentor and develop more junior members of the team Demonstrable experience of bringing new products to market Working knowledge of going from conception through prototyping, build, test and validation, for manufacturing readiness An appreciation for systems and technology products that comprise of electronics, embedded software and mechanical components A continuous improvement mindset, self-starting attitude and a drive to succeed A relevant engineering degree would be advantageous Job Offer Competitive salary of 90-110k, depending on experience Competitive wider benefits package A collaborative and technically focused work environment Chance to join a growing engineering business at its inception Opportunities for longer term progression into a more senior, all-encompassing, leadership role as the business continues to grow This is a rare opportunity for a Senior Design Engineer / Principal Engineer / Manager to get involved with cutting-edge products and contribute to market-leading and impactful projects.
Job Description Summary Job Description The Lead Systems Engineer (Electrical Test) will work with the Test Manager to deliver and improve the capability and capacity of the test facilities for HVDC manufacturing. They will be responsible for the safety of test cells, training of test technicians and junior colleagues and facility bring up. Responsibilities - What you'll do Serve as the technical authority for manufacturing test infrastructure, leading issue resolution and supporting the development of junior colleagues Act as a technical escalation point for day to day running and breakdowns of test equipment Develop and deliver new test infrastructure and tools Manage suppliers and contractors for test facility build, commissioning & maintenance Roll out and maintain processes for test facilities and equipment (change management, scheduled calibration, preventative maintenance, etc.) Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) for test facilities (i.e. requirements capture, timely procurement of machinery, updating test sequences, etc.) Cross functional collaboration to facilitate New Product Development (NPD), issue resolution and continuous improvement Work with engineering teams to define and develop manufacturing test strategies and specifications Work with IT and OT teams to integrate test software systems into business software systems for management and reporting Develop and maintain departmental and test operator/technician training, SOPs, risk analyses and any other documentation Carry out continuous improvement activities for test processes and infrastructure to improve KPIs such as OEE, throughput, FPY Skills & Experience - What you'll bring Essential A process driven mindset backed by a 'can do' attitude and a desire to learn Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline A strong understanding of managing electrical safety in a high voltage environment, including using tools such as risk assessments, FMEA, SSoW, LOTO, etc. Demonstrable experience in structured root cause analyses of complex issues (Fishbone diagrams, 5 Whys, ABA testing, etc.) Significant experience in manufacturing test facility design and implementation Be able to communicate ideas, concepts and results to non-technical stakeholders Understanding of lean principles (Kaizen, 5S, etc.) and tools (DMAIC, FMEA, etc) Demonstrable experience in writing or maintaining test specifications Desirable Experience in automated test equipment implementation (NI LabVIEW & TestStand) Demonstrable knowledge of power electronics, product manufacturing and testing Experience supporting New Product Development (NPD) activities Exposure to lean manufacturing environment Specific Abilities: Able to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written) Proactive and self motivating Highly competent in using electrical test equipment (oscilloscope, DMM, power analyser) Able to deliver work proactively, to schedule and within budget Willingness to travel Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No
May 15, 2026
Full time
Job Description Summary Job Description The Lead Systems Engineer (Electrical Test) will work with the Test Manager to deliver and improve the capability and capacity of the test facilities for HVDC manufacturing. They will be responsible for the safety of test cells, training of test technicians and junior colleagues and facility bring up. Responsibilities - What you'll do Serve as the technical authority for manufacturing test infrastructure, leading issue resolution and supporting the development of junior colleagues Act as a technical escalation point for day to day running and breakdowns of test equipment Develop and deliver new test infrastructure and tools Manage suppliers and contractors for test facility build, commissioning & maintenance Roll out and maintain processes for test facilities and equipment (change management, scheduled calibration, preventative maintenance, etc.) Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) for test facilities (i.e. requirements capture, timely procurement of machinery, updating test sequences, etc.) Cross functional collaboration to facilitate New Product Development (NPD), issue resolution and continuous improvement Work with engineering teams to define and develop manufacturing test strategies and specifications Work with IT and OT teams to integrate test software systems into business software systems for management and reporting Develop and maintain departmental and test operator/technician training, SOPs, risk analyses and any other documentation Carry out continuous improvement activities for test processes and infrastructure to improve KPIs such as OEE, throughput, FPY Skills & Experience - What you'll bring Essential A process driven mindset backed by a 'can do' attitude and a desire to learn Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline A strong understanding of managing electrical safety in a high voltage environment, including using tools such as risk assessments, FMEA, SSoW, LOTO, etc. Demonstrable experience in structured root cause analyses of complex issues (Fishbone diagrams, 5 Whys, ABA testing, etc.) Significant experience in manufacturing test facility design and implementation Be able to communicate ideas, concepts and results to non-technical stakeholders Understanding of lean principles (Kaizen, 5S, etc.) and tools (DMAIC, FMEA, etc) Demonstrable experience in writing or maintaining test specifications Desirable Experience in automated test equipment implementation (NI LabVIEW & TestStand) Demonstrable knowledge of power electronics, product manufacturing and testing Experience supporting New Product Development (NPD) activities Exposure to lean manufacturing environment Specific Abilities: Able to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written) Proactive and self motivating Highly competent in using electrical test equipment (oscilloscope, DMM, power analyser) Able to deliver work proactively, to schedule and within budget Willingness to travel Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Quality Auditor Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension up contributions, Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Devizes, SN10 2EU Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work: 4 on 4 off / 18:00 - 06:00 Contract Type: Permanent Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food, both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Greencore Desserts is based in Devizes, Wiltshire, and specialises in making chilled desserts such as tarts, yum yums, doughnuts, pies and pastries. The site employs over 550 people and is one of three factories that are part of the Bakkavor Desserts sector in the UK. What you'll be doing In this busy and hands-on role as a Quality Auditor, you'll audit, monitor, and continuously improve quality systems and procedures across site operations. Working closely with operational teams, you'll provide practical technical support while maintaining and promoting quality and food safety standards in line with Greencore, customer, and legal requirements, with guidance from the QA Supervisor or Manager. Role Accountabilities • Audit compliance with QMS, GMP, and HACCP, raising clear non-conformances and driving corrective actions to closure • Apply an inquisitive audit mindset to identify root causes and reduce repeat non-conformances • Conduct traceability audits, efficiently retrieving data and presenting findings clearly • Complete sampling activities to schedule, including microbiological, nutritional, swabs, and organoleptic testing • Prepare, facilitate, and trend taste panels, escalating out-of-specification results and recommending improvements • Calibrate factory measurement equipment to schedule and manage out-of-tolerance actions • Support investigations into complaints, incidents, and out-of-specification results through audits and data analysis • Support NPD trials and product launches, including testing, shelf-life assessment, and taste panels • Provide day-to-day technical support to factory teams, audits, and customer visits • Contribute to Technical KPI delivery through audits, investigations, and proactive improvement actions • Work safely at all times, promoting strong health, safety, and environmental standards What we're looking for • A strong understanding of quality systems, GMP, HACCP, and traceability within a manufacturing environment • A proactive, detail-focused approach with a natural curiosity to challenge and improve standards • Confidence working hands-on on the factory floor, providing clear and practical technical guidance • Ability to audit effectively, identify root causes, and drive corrective and preventative actions • Strong communication skills, able to engage confidently with colleagues at all levels • A collaborative mindset, working effectively within cross-functional teams • Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities to deadlines • Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development • A positive, resilient approach aligned to Greencore values We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. 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 15, 2026
Full time
Quality Auditor Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension up contributions, Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Devizes, SN10 2EU Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work: 4 on 4 off / 18:00 - 06:00 Contract Type: Permanent Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food, both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Greencore Desserts is based in Devizes, Wiltshire, and specialises in making chilled desserts such as tarts, yum yums, doughnuts, pies and pastries. The site employs over 550 people and is one of three factories that are part of the Bakkavor Desserts sector in the UK. What you'll be doing In this busy and hands-on role as a Quality Auditor, you'll audit, monitor, and continuously improve quality systems and procedures across site operations. Working closely with operational teams, you'll provide practical technical support while maintaining and promoting quality and food safety standards in line with Greencore, customer, and legal requirements, with guidance from the QA Supervisor or Manager. Role Accountabilities • Audit compliance with QMS, GMP, and HACCP, raising clear non-conformances and driving corrective actions to closure • Apply an inquisitive audit mindset to identify root causes and reduce repeat non-conformances • Conduct traceability audits, efficiently retrieving data and presenting findings clearly • Complete sampling activities to schedule, including microbiological, nutritional, swabs, and organoleptic testing • Prepare, facilitate, and trend taste panels, escalating out-of-specification results and recommending improvements • Calibrate factory measurement equipment to schedule and manage out-of-tolerance actions • Support investigations into complaints, incidents, and out-of-specification results through audits and data analysis • Support NPD trials and product launches, including testing, shelf-life assessment, and taste panels • Provide day-to-day technical support to factory teams, audits, and customer visits • Contribute to Technical KPI delivery through audits, investigations, and proactive improvement actions • Work safely at all times, promoting strong health, safety, and environmental standards What we're looking for • A strong understanding of quality systems, GMP, HACCP, and traceability within a manufacturing environment • A proactive, detail-focused approach with a natural curiosity to challenge and improve standards • Confidence working hands-on on the factory floor, providing clear and practical technical guidance • Ability to audit effectively, identify root causes, and drive corrective and preventative actions • Strong communication skills, able to engage confidently with colleagues at all levels • A collaborative mindset, working effectively within cross-functional teams • Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities to deadlines • Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development • A positive, resilient approach aligned to Greencore values We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. 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.
Existing Product Development Technologist Location: Coventry Reporting to: Head of NPD Salary: up to 35k About the Role We are looking for an Existing Product Development (EPD) Technologist to join our UK NPD team, primarily based at our Coventry site. This role is key to ensuring the ongoing success and optimisation of our existing product portfolio through cost-saving initiatives, product and process improvements, and operational robustness. You will play a pivotal role in prioritising, planning and delivering EPD activities, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet target costs, quality standards, waste levels and operational requirements. Key Responsibilities As an Existing Product Development Technologist, you will: Work collaboratively with NPD teams to ensure all EPD products are safe, robust, cost-effective and aligned with Gruma policies and target waste levels Support cost-saving initiatives across procurement, decomplexity, contingency planning, tenders and ingredient changes Produce kitchen samples where required to evaluate ingredients prior to factory-scale trials Support, organise and run factory trials, efficiently capturing all process data, settings, costs and outcomes Complete accurate trial documentation, including recommendations, conclusions and next steps Record and track ingredient, laboratory and trial costs, sharing insights with Project Managers and Finance Organise samples for nutritional, microbiological and organoleptic testing, customer requests and external laboratories Create and maintain QAS documentation to ensure products are launched on time, to specification and within target cost Communicate effectively with cross-functional European teams including Packaging, Operations, Technical, Purchasing, Planning and Engineering Decision-Making & Scope You will have autonomy to make daily operational decisions, including: Managing the storage and labelling of development ingredients Planning the order and approach of trial recipes to maximise efficiency Liaising with internal teams to resolve technical or operational challenges Reviewing factory worksheets with Process Technologists and Project Managers to ensure methodologies are current Supporting wider NPD, Packaging and Procurement teams through innovative problem-solving during trials The role is primarily Coventry-based, with occasional support required at the Seaham site. Key Challenges Developing recipes that meet food safety, quality, cost and waste targets Managing multiple projects at pace in a dynamic NPD environment Ensuring existing SKUs perform effectively on current equipment Capturing and controlling all ingredient, trial and laboratory costs Taking existing products through the full factory trial lifecycle, from request to launch documentation Identifying new ingredients or processes requiring HACCP review Resolving defects, faults and operational issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams Why Join Us? This is an excellent opportunity to work in a hands-on, fast-paced product development role where your technical expertise will directly impact cost savings, product quality and operational success across the business.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Existing Product Development Technologist Location: Coventry Reporting to: Head of NPD Salary: up to 35k About the Role We are looking for an Existing Product Development (EPD) Technologist to join our UK NPD team, primarily based at our Coventry site. This role is key to ensuring the ongoing success and optimisation of our existing product portfolio through cost-saving initiatives, product and process improvements, and operational robustness. You will play a pivotal role in prioritising, planning and delivering EPD activities, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet target costs, quality standards, waste levels and operational requirements. Key Responsibilities As an Existing Product Development Technologist, you will: Work collaboratively with NPD teams to ensure all EPD products are safe, robust, cost-effective and aligned with Gruma policies and target waste levels Support cost-saving initiatives across procurement, decomplexity, contingency planning, tenders and ingredient changes Produce kitchen samples where required to evaluate ingredients prior to factory-scale trials Support, organise and run factory trials, efficiently capturing all process data, settings, costs and outcomes Complete accurate trial documentation, including recommendations, conclusions and next steps Record and track ingredient, laboratory and trial costs, sharing insights with Project Managers and Finance Organise samples for nutritional, microbiological and organoleptic testing, customer requests and external laboratories Create and maintain QAS documentation to ensure products are launched on time, to specification and within target cost Communicate effectively with cross-functional European teams including Packaging, Operations, Technical, Purchasing, Planning and Engineering Decision-Making & Scope You will have autonomy to make daily operational decisions, including: Managing the storage and labelling of development ingredients Planning the order and approach of trial recipes to maximise efficiency Liaising with internal teams to resolve technical or operational challenges Reviewing factory worksheets with Process Technologists and Project Managers to ensure methodologies are current Supporting wider NPD, Packaging and Procurement teams through innovative problem-solving during trials The role is primarily Coventry-based, with occasional support required at the Seaham site. Key Challenges Developing recipes that meet food safety, quality, cost and waste targets Managing multiple projects at pace in a dynamic NPD environment Ensuring existing SKUs perform effectively on current equipment Capturing and controlling all ingredient, trial and laboratory costs Taking existing products through the full factory trial lifecycle, from request to launch documentation Identifying new ingredients or processes requiring HACCP review Resolving defects, faults and operational issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams Why Join Us? This is an excellent opportunity to work in a hands-on, fast-paced product development role where your technical expertise will directly impact cost savings, product quality and operational success across the business.
Quality Auditor Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contributions, Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Highbridge, TA9 4JR Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work: 4 on 4 off rotating shift (Day shift 06:00-18:00 2 consecutive shifts) (Night shift 18:00-06:00 2 consecuctive shifts) Contract Type: Permanent Colleagues whose roles are at risk of redundancy and who meet essential role criteria will be given priority consideration for this role. Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food, both our own and from trusted partners, to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Our site in Highbridge, which is one of our four Desserts sites in the UK, specialises in Cheesecake and Tarts, working closely with our sister site in Devizes that specialise in baked goods. What you'll be doing In this busy and hands-on role as a Quality Auditor, you'll audit, monitor, and continuously improve quality systems and procedures across site operations. Working closely with operational teams, you'll provide practical technical support while maintaining and promoting quality and food safety standards in line with Greencore, customer, and legal requirements, with guidance from the QA Supervisor or Manager. Role Accountabilities • Audit compliance with QMS, GMP, and HACCP, raising clear non-conformances and driving corrective actions to closure • Apply an inquisitive audit mindset to identify root causes and reduce repeat non-conformances • Conduct traceability audits, efficiently retrieving data and presenting findings clearly • Complete sampling activities to schedule, including microbiological, nutritional, swabs, and organoleptic testing • Prepare, facilitate, and trend taste panels, escalating out-of-specification results and recommending improvements • Calibrate factory measurement equipment to schedule and manage out-of-tolerance actions • Support investigations into complaints, incidents, and out-of-specification results through audits and data analysis • Support NPD trials and product launches, including testing, shelf-life assessment, and taste panels • Provide day-to-day technical support to factory teams, audits, and customer visits • Contribute to Technical KPI delivery through audits, investigations, and proactive improvement actions • Work safely at all times, promoting strong health, safety, and environmental standards What we're looking for • A strong understanding of quality systems, GMP, HACCP, and traceability within a manufacturing environment • A proactive, detail-focused approach with a natural curiosity to challenge and improve standards • Confidence working hands-on on the factory floor, providing clear and practical technical guidance • Ability to audit effectively, identify root causes, and drive corrective and preventative actions • Strong communication skills, able to engage confidently with colleagues at all levels • A collaborative mindset, working effectively within cross-functional teams • Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities to deadlines • Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development • A positive, resilient approach aligned to Greencore values We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. 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 15, 2026
Full time
Quality Auditor Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contributions, Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Highbridge, TA9 4JR Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work: 4 on 4 off rotating shift (Day shift 06:00-18:00 2 consecutive shifts) (Night shift 18:00-06:00 2 consecuctive shifts) Contract Type: Permanent Colleagues whose roles are at risk of redundancy and who meet essential role criteria will be given priority consideration for this role. Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food, both our own and from trusted partners, to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Our site in Highbridge, which is one of our four Desserts sites in the UK, specialises in Cheesecake and Tarts, working closely with our sister site in Devizes that specialise in baked goods. What you'll be doing In this busy and hands-on role as a Quality Auditor, you'll audit, monitor, and continuously improve quality systems and procedures across site operations. Working closely with operational teams, you'll provide practical technical support while maintaining and promoting quality and food safety standards in line with Greencore, customer, and legal requirements, with guidance from the QA Supervisor or Manager. Role Accountabilities • Audit compliance with QMS, GMP, and HACCP, raising clear non-conformances and driving corrective actions to closure • Apply an inquisitive audit mindset to identify root causes and reduce repeat non-conformances • Conduct traceability audits, efficiently retrieving data and presenting findings clearly • Complete sampling activities to schedule, including microbiological, nutritional, swabs, and organoleptic testing • Prepare, facilitate, and trend taste panels, escalating out-of-specification results and recommending improvements • Calibrate factory measurement equipment to schedule and manage out-of-tolerance actions • Support investigations into complaints, incidents, and out-of-specification results through audits and data analysis • Support NPD trials and product launches, including testing, shelf-life assessment, and taste panels • Provide day-to-day technical support to factory teams, audits, and customer visits • Contribute to Technical KPI delivery through audits, investigations, and proactive improvement actions • Work safely at all times, promoting strong health, safety, and environmental standards What we're looking for • A strong understanding of quality systems, GMP, HACCP, and traceability within a manufacturing environment • A proactive, detail-focused approach with a natural curiosity to challenge and improve standards • Confidence working hands-on on the factory floor, providing clear and practical technical guidance • Ability to audit effectively, identify root causes, and drive corrective and preventative actions • Strong communication skills, able to engage confidently with colleagues at all levels • A collaborative mindset, working effectively within cross-functional teams • Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities to deadlines • Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development • A positive, resilient approach aligned to Greencore values We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. 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.
About the role In this role, you will lead our Specialty Accounts across the UK and Australia, overseeing NPD launches, campaign updates, and promotional activations. Working closely with our UK Commercial, Marketing, and Store Design teams, as well as our Global VM team, you will bring Charlotte Tilbury's creative vision to life across all touch points. You will deliver best in class brand execution, managing projects through all phases and coordinating with internal and external partners regionally. With a strong operational background and design skills, you will support NPD launches, always on activity, and permanent new distribution rollouts. As a VM Manager you will Manage the conception and implementation of the Charlotte Tilbury Specialty Strategy across the UK and Australia Own new launches and in store execution, ensuring maximum impact and contributing to year on year growth Analyse underperforming categories and define visual strategies to elevate performance Enhance the in store customer journey through compelling, innovative visual merchandising Build and nurture strong relationships with internal teams, regional managers, key retailers, and suppliers Manage multiple projects simultaneously, delivering all work on time and within budget Lead supplier relationships and oversee complex projects from scoping through to implementation and deployment Apply a strong creative eye to select, adapt, and resize assets for multiple formats and executions Produce accurate and timely artwork updates, including gondola revisions and presentation materials Oversee UK/AUS master databases, forecasts, calendars, planograms, and file libraries Maintain technical knowledge of print and production processes, ensuring solutions meet budget, sustainability, and lead time requirements Conduct regular store visits to assess execution and identify opportunities Monitor competitor activity to inform strategy and maintain category leadership Develop a deep understanding of retailer consumers and generate insights that inspire innovation within the beauty industry Manage budgets effectively to support best in class brand execution Who you will work with Reports to the Senior VM Manager About you Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and Excel; 3D software skills are a plus Strong collaborator who contributes ideas, while also being self motivated and confident working independently Positive, flexible, and highly organized, thriving in a fast paced environment with shifting priorities and tight deadlines Exceptional attention to detail and project management skills, able to manage multiple short and long lead projects simultaneously Experience working with vendors, with solid understanding of fabrication and production processes Ability to take projects from concept through to production in a fast moving environment Skilled at interpreting business needs and developing creative, commercially viable solutions Able to set and manage clear expectations with stakeholders, including lead times and deliverablesStrong curiosity and drive to explore new materials, technologies, and design approaches to elevate projects Creative thinker capable of generating fresh ideas and concepts aligned with the Charlotte Tilbury brand Uses innovation and creative disruption to challenge briefs and push boundaries in the market Strong presentation skills, able to communicate concepts clearly and confidently to the business Consistently produces accurate, high quality work with a strong eye for detail Confident contributing ideas that elevate the brand and enhance customer experience Able to balance creativity with operational practicality and budget objectives, ensuring exceptional design within financial parameters Proven ability to deliver multiple projects under tight deadlines Strong portfolio demonstrating outstanding creative work Passion for cosmetics, retail, and product design Deep appreciation for aesthetic quality, detail, colour, materials, and brand identity Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to build strong relationships across teams and levels Creative mindset paired with commercial awareness, accuracy, and executional excellence Experience managing budgets, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, cost effectively, and in line with financial targets Why join us? Be a part of this values driven, high growth, magical journey with an ultimate vision to empower everyone, everywhere to be the best version of themselves We're a hybrid model with flexibility, allowing you to work how best suits you 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with an additional day to celebrate your birthday Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents and carers throughout their parenting and caring journey Financial security and planning with our pension and life assurance for all Wellness and social benefits including Medicash, Employee Assist Programs and regular social connects with colleagues Bring your furry friend to work with you on our allocated dog friendly days and spaces And not to forget our generous product discount and gifting! At Charlotte Tilbury Beauty, our mission is to empower everybody in the world to be the most beautiful version of themselves. We celebrate and support this by encouraging and hiring people with diverse backgrounds, cultures, voices, beliefs, and perspectives into our growing global workforce. By doing so, we better serve our communities, customers, employees - and the candidates that take part in our recruitment process. If you want to learn more about life at Charlotte Tilbury Beauty please follow our LinkedIn page!
May 15, 2026
Full time
About the role In this role, you will lead our Specialty Accounts across the UK and Australia, overseeing NPD launches, campaign updates, and promotional activations. Working closely with our UK Commercial, Marketing, and Store Design teams, as well as our Global VM team, you will bring Charlotte Tilbury's creative vision to life across all touch points. You will deliver best in class brand execution, managing projects through all phases and coordinating with internal and external partners regionally. With a strong operational background and design skills, you will support NPD launches, always on activity, and permanent new distribution rollouts. As a VM Manager you will Manage the conception and implementation of the Charlotte Tilbury Specialty Strategy across the UK and Australia Own new launches and in store execution, ensuring maximum impact and contributing to year on year growth Analyse underperforming categories and define visual strategies to elevate performance Enhance the in store customer journey through compelling, innovative visual merchandising Build and nurture strong relationships with internal teams, regional managers, key retailers, and suppliers Manage multiple projects simultaneously, delivering all work on time and within budget Lead supplier relationships and oversee complex projects from scoping through to implementation and deployment Apply a strong creative eye to select, adapt, and resize assets for multiple formats and executions Produce accurate and timely artwork updates, including gondola revisions and presentation materials Oversee UK/AUS master databases, forecasts, calendars, planograms, and file libraries Maintain technical knowledge of print and production processes, ensuring solutions meet budget, sustainability, and lead time requirements Conduct regular store visits to assess execution and identify opportunities Monitor competitor activity to inform strategy and maintain category leadership Develop a deep understanding of retailer consumers and generate insights that inspire innovation within the beauty industry Manage budgets effectively to support best in class brand execution Who you will work with Reports to the Senior VM Manager About you Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and Excel; 3D software skills are a plus Strong collaborator who contributes ideas, while also being self motivated and confident working independently Positive, flexible, and highly organized, thriving in a fast paced environment with shifting priorities and tight deadlines Exceptional attention to detail and project management skills, able to manage multiple short and long lead projects simultaneously Experience working with vendors, with solid understanding of fabrication and production processes Ability to take projects from concept through to production in a fast moving environment Skilled at interpreting business needs and developing creative, commercially viable solutions Able to set and manage clear expectations with stakeholders, including lead times and deliverablesStrong curiosity and drive to explore new materials, technologies, and design approaches to elevate projects Creative thinker capable of generating fresh ideas and concepts aligned with the Charlotte Tilbury brand Uses innovation and creative disruption to challenge briefs and push boundaries in the market Strong presentation skills, able to communicate concepts clearly and confidently to the business Consistently produces accurate, high quality work with a strong eye for detail Confident contributing ideas that elevate the brand and enhance customer experience Able to balance creativity with operational practicality and budget objectives, ensuring exceptional design within financial parameters Proven ability to deliver multiple projects under tight deadlines Strong portfolio demonstrating outstanding creative work Passion for cosmetics, retail, and product design Deep appreciation for aesthetic quality, detail, colour, materials, and brand identity Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to build strong relationships across teams and levels Creative mindset paired with commercial awareness, accuracy, and executional excellence Experience managing budgets, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, cost effectively, and in line with financial targets Why join us? Be a part of this values driven, high growth, magical journey with an ultimate vision to empower everyone, everywhere to be the best version of themselves We're a hybrid model with flexibility, allowing you to work how best suits you 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with an additional day to celebrate your birthday Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents and carers throughout their parenting and caring journey Financial security and planning with our pension and life assurance for all Wellness and social benefits including Medicash, Employee Assist Programs and regular social connects with colleagues Bring your furry friend to work with you on our allocated dog friendly days and spaces And not to forget our generous product discount and gifting! At Charlotte Tilbury Beauty, our mission is to empower everybody in the world to be the most beautiful version of themselves. We celebrate and support this by encouraging and hiring people with diverse backgrounds, cultures, voices, beliefs, and perspectives into our growing global workforce. By doing so, we better serve our communities, customers, employees - and the candidates that take part in our recruitment process. If you want to learn more about life at Charlotte Tilbury Beauty please follow our LinkedIn page!
Job Description Summary Job Description The Lead Systems Engineer (Electrical Test) will work with the Test Manager to deliver and improve the capability and capacity of the test facilities for HVDC manufacturing. They will be responsible for the safety of test cells, training of test technicians and junior colleagues and facility bring up. Responsibilities - What you'll do Serve as the technical authority for manufacturing test infrastructure, leading issue resolution and supporting the development of junior colleagues Act as a technical escalation point for day to day running and breakdowns of test equipment Develop and deliver new test infrastructure and tools Manage suppliers and contractors for test facility build, commissioning & maintenance Roll out and maintain processes for test facilities and equipment (change management, scheduled calibration, preventative maintenance, etc.) Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) for test facilities (i.e. requirements capture, timely procurement of machinery, updating test sequences, etc.) Cross functional collaboration to facilitate New Product Development (NPD), issue resolution and continuous improvement Work with engineering teams to define and develop manufacturing test strategies and specifications Work with IT and OT teams to integrate test software systems into business software systems for management and reporting Develop and maintain departmental and test operator/technician training, SOPs, risk analyses and any other documentation Carry out continuous improvement activities for test processes and infrastructure to improve KPIs such as OEE, throughput, FPY Skills & Experience - What you'll bring Essential A process driven mindset backed by a 'can do' attitude and a desire to learn Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline A strong understanding of managing electrical safety in a high voltage environment, including using tools such as risk assessments, FMEA, SSoW, LOTO, etc. Demonstrable experience in structured root cause analyses of complex issues (Fishbone diagrams, 5 Whys, ABA testing, etc.) Significant experience in manufacturing test facility design and implementation Be able to communicate ideas, concepts and results to non-technical stakeholders Understanding of lean principles (Kaizen, 5S, etc.) and tools (DMAIC, FMEA, etc) Demonstrable experience in writing or maintaining test specifications Desirable Experience in automated test equipment implementation (NI LabVIEW & TestStand) Demonstrable knowledge of power electronics, product manufacturing and testing Experience supporting New Product Development (NPD) activities Exposure to lean manufacturing environment Specific Abilities: Able to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written) Proactive and self motivating Highly competent in using electrical test equipment (oscilloscope, DMM, power analyser) Able to deliver work proactively, to schedule and within budget Willingness to travel Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No
May 14, 2026
Full time
Job Description Summary Job Description The Lead Systems Engineer (Electrical Test) will work with the Test Manager to deliver and improve the capability and capacity of the test facilities for HVDC manufacturing. They will be responsible for the safety of test cells, training of test technicians and junior colleagues and facility bring up. Responsibilities - What you'll do Serve as the technical authority for manufacturing test infrastructure, leading issue resolution and supporting the development of junior colleagues Act as a technical escalation point for day to day running and breakdowns of test equipment Develop and deliver new test infrastructure and tools Manage suppliers and contractors for test facility build, commissioning & maintenance Roll out and maintain processes for test facilities and equipment (change management, scheduled calibration, preventative maintenance, etc.) Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) for test facilities (i.e. requirements capture, timely procurement of machinery, updating test sequences, etc.) Cross functional collaboration to facilitate New Product Development (NPD), issue resolution and continuous improvement Work with engineering teams to define and develop manufacturing test strategies and specifications Work with IT and OT teams to integrate test software systems into business software systems for management and reporting Develop and maintain departmental and test operator/technician training, SOPs, risk analyses and any other documentation Carry out continuous improvement activities for test processes and infrastructure to improve KPIs such as OEE, throughput, FPY Skills & Experience - What you'll bring Essential A process driven mindset backed by a 'can do' attitude and a desire to learn Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline A strong understanding of managing electrical safety in a high voltage environment, including using tools such as risk assessments, FMEA, SSoW, LOTO, etc. Demonstrable experience in structured root cause analyses of complex issues (Fishbone diagrams, 5 Whys, ABA testing, etc.) Significant experience in manufacturing test facility design and implementation Be able to communicate ideas, concepts and results to non-technical stakeholders Understanding of lean principles (Kaizen, 5S, etc.) and tools (DMAIC, FMEA, etc) Demonstrable experience in writing or maintaining test specifications Desirable Experience in automated test equipment implementation (NI LabVIEW & TestStand) Demonstrable knowledge of power electronics, product manufacturing and testing Experience supporting New Product Development (NPD) activities Exposure to lean manufacturing environment Specific Abilities: Able to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written) Proactive and self motivating Highly competent in using electrical test equipment (oscilloscope, DMM, power analyser) Able to deliver work proactively, to schedule and within budget Willingness to travel Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Henderson Brown Recruitment
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Quality Manager Peterborough Permanent Mon-Fri 45,000 - 50,000 We're partnering with an innovative and quality-driven food manufacturing business seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead site-wide quality strategy and performance. This is a senior leadership opportunity where you'll play a critical role in shaping quality culture, driving operational excellence, and ensuring products consistently exceed customer and regulatory expectations. What You'll Be Doing: Lead and develop the site Quality Team, embedding a high-performance culture focused on food safety, compliance, and continuous improvement Take ownership of the site Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring full alignment with regulatory, customer, and industry standards Act as the site's Quality authority and HACCP lead, overseeing food safety systems, traceability, pest management, and audit readiness Drive Right First Time initiatives through data analysis, root cause investigations, defect prevention, and waste reduction programmes Lead customer, certification, and regulatory audits, ensuring exceptional audit performance and robust corrective action management Manage quality incidents, product holds, recalls, and investigations with a proactive, risk-based approach to protect brand integrity and consumer confidence Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, Technical, NPD, and Supply Chain teams to optimise manufacturing quality and operational performance Deliver strategic quality improvements through KPI analysis, trend reporting, supplier quality enhancement, and continuous process optimisation What We're Looking For: Proven experience in a Quality Management leadership role within food manufacturing or FMCG environments Strong working knowledge of HACCP, QMS, GMP, food safety legislation, and customer audit standards Demonstrated experience leading audits, incident investigations, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence teams across all levels of the business Analytical and solutions-focused mindset with excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving capabilities If you believe you have the skills and personality to fit these requirements please either apply via this advert or call Henderson Brown on (phone number removed) for more information.
May 14, 2026
Full time
Quality Manager Peterborough Permanent Mon-Fri 45,000 - 50,000 We're partnering with an innovative and quality-driven food manufacturing business seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead site-wide quality strategy and performance. This is a senior leadership opportunity where you'll play a critical role in shaping quality culture, driving operational excellence, and ensuring products consistently exceed customer and regulatory expectations. What You'll Be Doing: Lead and develop the site Quality Team, embedding a high-performance culture focused on food safety, compliance, and continuous improvement Take ownership of the site Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring full alignment with regulatory, customer, and industry standards Act as the site's Quality authority and HACCP lead, overseeing food safety systems, traceability, pest management, and audit readiness Drive Right First Time initiatives through data analysis, root cause investigations, defect prevention, and waste reduction programmes Lead customer, certification, and regulatory audits, ensuring exceptional audit performance and robust corrective action management Manage quality incidents, product holds, recalls, and investigations with a proactive, risk-based approach to protect brand integrity and consumer confidence Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, Technical, NPD, and Supply Chain teams to optimise manufacturing quality and operational performance Deliver strategic quality improvements through KPI analysis, trend reporting, supplier quality enhancement, and continuous process optimisation What We're Looking For: Proven experience in a Quality Management leadership role within food manufacturing or FMCG environments Strong working knowledge of HACCP, QMS, GMP, food safety legislation, and customer audit standards Demonstrated experience leading audits, incident investigations, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence teams across all levels of the business Analytical and solutions-focused mindset with excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving capabilities If you believe you have the skills and personality to fit these requirements please either apply via this advert or call Henderson Brown on (phone number removed) for more information.
QA Manager A leading food manufacturer is seeking a QA Manager to take ownership of site quality assurance, food safety, and compliance. This is a key leadership role ensuring products consistently meet legal, safety, and customer requirements, while maintaining best-in-class audit readiness and driving a strong quality culture across a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You'll be responsible for leading the site's QA function, working closely with operations, technical teams, and major retail customers. The role combines hands-on quality leadership with strategic oversight, ensuring robust systems are in place and continuously improved. You'll act as a central point of contact for audits, customer interactions, and internal quality performance, ensuring the site operates to the highest technical and compliance standards at all times. Key responsibilities: Lead site QA, food safety, and compliance activities Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS) Own HACCP documentation and ensure effective implementation in collaboration with technical teams Lead preparation for and successful delivery of BRC and customer audits Act as key QA contact for retailer and supermarket requirements Manage non-conformance investigations, complaints, and product release decisions Drive GMP compliance and continuous improvement across quality systems Lead, coach, and develop the QA team Ensure full compliance with food safety legislation and customer standards Support NPD, trials, and process validation from a QA perspective What you'll need: Strong experience in QA, technical, or food safety roles within food or beverage manufacturing Proven experience delivering BRC standards and supporting external audits Experience working with major retailers or supermarket customers Strong understanding of HACCP and food safety systems And this is what you'll get: Competitive salary High pension contributions Life assurance Critical illness cover
May 14, 2026
Full time
QA Manager A leading food manufacturer is seeking a QA Manager to take ownership of site quality assurance, food safety, and compliance. This is a key leadership role ensuring products consistently meet legal, safety, and customer requirements, while maintaining best-in-class audit readiness and driving a strong quality culture across a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You'll be responsible for leading the site's QA function, working closely with operations, technical teams, and major retail customers. The role combines hands-on quality leadership with strategic oversight, ensuring robust systems are in place and continuously improved. You'll act as a central point of contact for audits, customer interactions, and internal quality performance, ensuring the site operates to the highest technical and compliance standards at all times. Key responsibilities: Lead site QA, food safety, and compliance activities Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS) Own HACCP documentation and ensure effective implementation in collaboration with technical teams Lead preparation for and successful delivery of BRC and customer audits Act as key QA contact for retailer and supermarket requirements Manage non-conformance investigations, complaints, and product release decisions Drive GMP compliance and continuous improvement across quality systems Lead, coach, and develop the QA team Ensure full compliance with food safety legislation and customer standards Support NPD, trials, and process validation from a QA perspective What you'll need: Strong experience in QA, technical, or food safety roles within food or beverage manufacturing Proven experience delivering BRC standards and supporting external audits Experience working with major retailers or supermarket customers Strong understanding of HACCP and food safety systems And this is what you'll get: Competitive salary High pension contributions Life assurance Critical illness cover
Chatteris, Cambridgeshire (PE16 6EG) Full-time, 40 hours (Monday-Friday) MM Flowers is looking for an experienced Quality Manager to lead quality and food safety across our gifting division. About the Role As Quality Manager - Gifting, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety, quality, and legality of both raw materials and finished gifting products. With a strong focus on food safety and compliance, you'll lead quality operations, manage audits, and drive continuous improvement across the site. This is a key leadership position, ideal for someone with a strong background in food manufacturing quality systems who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Food Safety & Compliance Ensure full compliance with food safety standards, legal requirements, and customer codes of practice Manage and maintain the Food Safety Management System (FSMS) Oversee HACCP plans and ensure they are regularly reviewed and updated Lead internal audits and support external/customer audits Raw Material Quality Oversee inspection and approval of raw materials against specifications Investigate non-conformances and work with suppliers to drive improvements Maintain accurate inspection records with supporting data and evidence Finished Goods Quality Ensure all finished products meet quality, safety, and legal standards Manage out-of-specification issues and implement corrective actions Monitor quality trends and provide insights to key stakeholders Train operational teams on quality standards and processes Lead, coach, and develop the gifting quality team Set objectives, manage performance, and conduct appraisals Plan team rotas to ensure effective quality coverage Promote a culture of high standards and continuous improvement Data & Reporting Analyse quality data and produce performance reports Identify trends and drive improvements using data insights Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Work cross-functionally with Procurement, Production, and NPD teams Act as the technical expert for gifting quality and food safety Support customer interactions and audits Provide technical input into new product development About You Proven experience in a Quality Manager role within the food industry Strong knowledge of HACCP, BRCGS, and food safety standards Experience with raw material and finished goods inspections Understanding of food labelling and compliance requirements Strong data analysis and reporting skills Experience leading and developing teams Key Behaviours Trusted - reliable, accountable, and detail-focused Passionate - committed to quality and continuous improvement Dynamic - proactive and solutions-driven Collaborative - strong team player with excellent stakeholder engagement Why Join MM Flowers? At MM Flowers, we're passionate about delivering high-quality products that customers love. You'll be joining a business that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, with opportunities to make a real impact. Apply now to take the next step in your quality leadership career.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Chatteris, Cambridgeshire (PE16 6EG) Full-time, 40 hours (Monday-Friday) MM Flowers is looking for an experienced Quality Manager to lead quality and food safety across our gifting division. About the Role As Quality Manager - Gifting, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety, quality, and legality of both raw materials and finished gifting products. With a strong focus on food safety and compliance, you'll lead quality operations, manage audits, and drive continuous improvement across the site. This is a key leadership position, ideal for someone with a strong background in food manufacturing quality systems who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Food Safety & Compliance Ensure full compliance with food safety standards, legal requirements, and customer codes of practice Manage and maintain the Food Safety Management System (FSMS) Oversee HACCP plans and ensure they are regularly reviewed and updated Lead internal audits and support external/customer audits Raw Material Quality Oversee inspection and approval of raw materials against specifications Investigate non-conformances and work with suppliers to drive improvements Maintain accurate inspection records with supporting data and evidence Finished Goods Quality Ensure all finished products meet quality, safety, and legal standards Manage out-of-specification issues and implement corrective actions Monitor quality trends and provide insights to key stakeholders Train operational teams on quality standards and processes Lead, coach, and develop the gifting quality team Set objectives, manage performance, and conduct appraisals Plan team rotas to ensure effective quality coverage Promote a culture of high standards and continuous improvement Data & Reporting Analyse quality data and produce performance reports Identify trends and drive improvements using data insights Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Work cross-functionally with Procurement, Production, and NPD teams Act as the technical expert for gifting quality and food safety Support customer interactions and audits Provide technical input into new product development About You Proven experience in a Quality Manager role within the food industry Strong knowledge of HACCP, BRCGS, and food safety standards Experience with raw material and finished goods inspections Understanding of food labelling and compliance requirements Strong data analysis and reporting skills Experience leading and developing teams Key Behaviours Trusted - reliable, accountable, and detail-focused Passionate - committed to quality and continuous improvement Dynamic - proactive and solutions-driven Collaborative - strong team player with excellent stakeholder engagement Why Join MM Flowers? At MM Flowers, we're passionate about delivering high-quality products that customers love. You'll be joining a business that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, with opportunities to make a real impact. Apply now to take the next step in your quality leadership career.
Found Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Trowbridge, Wiltshire
Location: Wiltshire Salary: £45,000 plus Bonus Hours: Monday to Friday Are you an NPD Manager who enjoys turning ideas into finished products that work commercially, technically and operationally? A growing food manufacturing business is looking for an NPD Manager to lead one of its development streams, taking ownership of key NPD projects from concept through to successful launch. This is a role for someone who enjoys balancing creativity with pace and delivery. You will work closely with category, factory, technical and commercial teams to ensure products are not only exciting and relevant, but also achievable at scale. If you are looking for a position where you can lead projects, support others and see your work make a real impact, this is a strong opportunity to do so. What You ll Be Doing Take the lead on NPD projects, managing the full lifecycle from concept through to launch Lead one of the development streams, supporting and guiding Development Technologists Translate ideas and briefs into viable products that meet operational, quality and cost requirements Work closely with category teams to understand opportunities, trends and future range direction Plan and execute kitchen work, factory trials and product scale up activity Manage critical paths, deadlines and launch requirements across multiple projects Work closely with factory teams to ensure smooth scale up and successful product delivery Collaborate with Technical, Production and Commercial teams to align product and process Review and refine existing products to improve quality, efficiency and customer appeal Identify gaps and opportunities within the range, contributing to future product direction Present concepts, progress and outcomes clearly to stakeholders across the business Support continuous improvement within the development function What s In It for You Opportunity to take ownership of meaningful product development projects A senior role leading a development stream and supporting others in the team Strong cross functional exposure across NPD, category, technical, factory and commercial teams Involvement in shaping product range, future launches and wider innovation pipeline A business investing in its products, people and manufacturing capability Exposure to a growing operation with ongoing site investment and future capacity plans Clear opportunity to develop and progress within a stable, long-term environment Supportive and collaborative team culture with a strong mix of experienced people and new talent Company bonus and a wider employee benefits package Your Background Experience within food product development in a manufacturing environment Strong understanding of how products move from kitchen concept to factory production Experience managing NPD projects, critical paths, deadlines and launches Comfortable working at pace and managing multiple projects at once Experience running or supporting factory trials and product scale up Commercially aware, with the ability to work closely with category and wider stakeholders Strong communication skills with the ability to influence different teams Creative and foodie, but practical enough to deliver products that work operationally Food science or related qualification would be beneficial, but hands-on development experience is more important Organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities Genuine interest in food, product quality and innovation Join a Business That Invests in You You will be joining a business that is focused on developing its product offering, improving capability and continuing to invest in its future. This is an opportunity to lead meaningful projects, work closely with multiple teams and play a key role in delivering products that meet both customer and business expectations. With continued growth across its core markets, ongoing investment into manufacturing capability and a team that combines long-standing knowledge with fresh thinking, this is an environment where you can build a strong long-term career. If you are looking for a role where you can influence product direction, develop your career and be part of a business that values innovation and delivery, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and get in touch with Kimia at Found Food and Drink.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Location: Wiltshire Salary: £45,000 plus Bonus Hours: Monday to Friday Are you an NPD Manager who enjoys turning ideas into finished products that work commercially, technically and operationally? A growing food manufacturing business is looking for an NPD Manager to lead one of its development streams, taking ownership of key NPD projects from concept through to successful launch. This is a role for someone who enjoys balancing creativity with pace and delivery. You will work closely with category, factory, technical and commercial teams to ensure products are not only exciting and relevant, but also achievable at scale. If you are looking for a position where you can lead projects, support others and see your work make a real impact, this is a strong opportunity to do so. What You ll Be Doing Take the lead on NPD projects, managing the full lifecycle from concept through to launch Lead one of the development streams, supporting and guiding Development Technologists Translate ideas and briefs into viable products that meet operational, quality and cost requirements Work closely with category teams to understand opportunities, trends and future range direction Plan and execute kitchen work, factory trials and product scale up activity Manage critical paths, deadlines and launch requirements across multiple projects Work closely with factory teams to ensure smooth scale up and successful product delivery Collaborate with Technical, Production and Commercial teams to align product and process Review and refine existing products to improve quality, efficiency and customer appeal Identify gaps and opportunities within the range, contributing to future product direction Present concepts, progress and outcomes clearly to stakeholders across the business Support continuous improvement within the development function What s In It for You Opportunity to take ownership of meaningful product development projects A senior role leading a development stream and supporting others in the team Strong cross functional exposure across NPD, category, technical, factory and commercial teams Involvement in shaping product range, future launches and wider innovation pipeline A business investing in its products, people and manufacturing capability Exposure to a growing operation with ongoing site investment and future capacity plans Clear opportunity to develop and progress within a stable, long-term environment Supportive and collaborative team culture with a strong mix of experienced people and new talent Company bonus and a wider employee benefits package Your Background Experience within food product development in a manufacturing environment Strong understanding of how products move from kitchen concept to factory production Experience managing NPD projects, critical paths, deadlines and launches Comfortable working at pace and managing multiple projects at once Experience running or supporting factory trials and product scale up Commercially aware, with the ability to work closely with category and wider stakeholders Strong communication skills with the ability to influence different teams Creative and foodie, but practical enough to deliver products that work operationally Food science or related qualification would be beneficial, but hands-on development experience is more important Organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities Genuine interest in food, product quality and innovation Join a Business That Invests in You You will be joining a business that is focused on developing its product offering, improving capability and continuing to invest in its future. This is an opportunity to lead meaningful projects, work closely with multiple teams and play a key role in delivering products that meet both customer and business expectations. With continued growth across its core markets, ongoing investment into manufacturing capability and a team that combines long-standing knowledge with fresh thinking, this is an environment where you can build a strong long-term career. If you are looking for a role where you can influence product direction, develop your career and be part of a business that values innovation and delivery, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and get in touch with Kimia at Found Food and Drink.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Category & Insights Manager (On-Trade) to join our team, based full-time, on-site at our beautiful offices in Somerset. Who are Thatchers Cider? Established in 1904 by William John Thatcher, we have grown into one of the top cider making businesses in the world. Now in our fifth generation of family cider makers, we're exceptionally proud of our Somerset roots. We've experienced tremendous growth through industry leading levels of investment in our marketing, people development, innovative technology and world class cider mill. The best part? We're just getting started. What are the perks? Competitive salary Benefits including discounts in our cider shop & on-site pub, The Railway Inn! Training, support and development to help you succeed What will I be doing? As our Category & Insights Manager (On Trade), you'll champion category growth and amplify Thatchers influence across the on trade. This strategic, outward facing role transforms data into clear, actionable insight that shapes customer plans, industry influence, and long term category development. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about insight, commercially minded, and confident building credibility with customers and industry bodies. What's involved? Category Strategy & Leadership Develop and own the on trade category strategy, identifying growth drivers, market dynamics and future opportunities. Translate insight into strategic actions that shape customer, brand and commercial plans. Lead annual and long term category planning aligned with Thatchers commercial ambitions. Act as a category thought leader, raising the profile of Thatchers cider and positioning the business as a trusted voice on category trends. Insight Generation & Analysis Analyse market, consumer and customer data to uncover trends, performance drivers and risks. Build compelling insight stories to influence senior stakeholders and external partners. Monitor competitor activity, pricing and promotional effectiveness across the on trade. Industry Engagement & Advocacy Represent Thatchers within key industry bodies, forums and associations. Build strong relationships with industry influencers. Share thought leadership that positions Thatchers at the forefront of category development and cider innovation. Customer & Commercial Support Partner with key on trade customers to deliver category led joint business plans. Create tailored insight decks, ranging guidance, menu optimisation and space recommendations. Support the sales team with category stories, pitch materials and performance reviews. Menu, Range & Space Optimisation Lead menu engineering, pricing analysis and range recommendations. Develop tools and frameworks that help customers optimise performance. Evaluate NPD performance and guide commercial decisions. Cross Functional Collaboration Work closely with marketing, sales, finance and supply chain teams. Influence brand planning with insight led recommendations. Support innovation teams with opportunity sizing and concept testing. Reporting & Performance Own category reporting, dashboards and performance updates. Ensure accuracy and clarity across all insight outputs. Track KPIs such as rate of sale, distribution, share and customer performance. What are we looking for? Technical & Analytical Skills Strong experience with on trade customers and industry data sources. Ability to convert complex data into simple, compelling narratives. Skilled in forecasting, modelling and opportunity sizing. Commercial & Category Expertise Deep understanding of the on trade landscape. Proven experience in category management, insights or commercial strategy. Confident influencing customers and external stakeholders. Communication & Influence Exceptional storytelling and presentation skills. Able to constructively challenge and influence decisions. Comfortable representing the business externally. Personal Qualities The Thatchers team is action oriented, adaptable and resourceful, with high levels of resilience to compete in an exciting yet competitive marketplace. We are curious, proactive and passionate about quality cider enjoyed across the world. If you have the passion to make an impact as part of the Thatchers family, this is the role for you.
May 12, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Category & Insights Manager (On-Trade) to join our team, based full-time, on-site at our beautiful offices in Somerset. Who are Thatchers Cider? Established in 1904 by William John Thatcher, we have grown into one of the top cider making businesses in the world. Now in our fifth generation of family cider makers, we're exceptionally proud of our Somerset roots. We've experienced tremendous growth through industry leading levels of investment in our marketing, people development, innovative technology and world class cider mill. The best part? We're just getting started. What are the perks? Competitive salary Benefits including discounts in our cider shop & on-site pub, The Railway Inn! Training, support and development to help you succeed What will I be doing? As our Category & Insights Manager (On Trade), you'll champion category growth and amplify Thatchers influence across the on trade. This strategic, outward facing role transforms data into clear, actionable insight that shapes customer plans, industry influence, and long term category development. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about insight, commercially minded, and confident building credibility with customers and industry bodies. What's involved? Category Strategy & Leadership Develop and own the on trade category strategy, identifying growth drivers, market dynamics and future opportunities. Translate insight into strategic actions that shape customer, brand and commercial plans. Lead annual and long term category planning aligned with Thatchers commercial ambitions. Act as a category thought leader, raising the profile of Thatchers cider and positioning the business as a trusted voice on category trends. Insight Generation & Analysis Analyse market, consumer and customer data to uncover trends, performance drivers and risks. Build compelling insight stories to influence senior stakeholders and external partners. Monitor competitor activity, pricing and promotional effectiveness across the on trade. Industry Engagement & Advocacy Represent Thatchers within key industry bodies, forums and associations. Build strong relationships with industry influencers. Share thought leadership that positions Thatchers at the forefront of category development and cider innovation. Customer & Commercial Support Partner with key on trade customers to deliver category led joint business plans. Create tailored insight decks, ranging guidance, menu optimisation and space recommendations. Support the sales team with category stories, pitch materials and performance reviews. Menu, Range & Space Optimisation Lead menu engineering, pricing analysis and range recommendations. Develop tools and frameworks that help customers optimise performance. Evaluate NPD performance and guide commercial decisions. Cross Functional Collaboration Work closely with marketing, sales, finance and supply chain teams. Influence brand planning with insight led recommendations. Support innovation teams with opportunity sizing and concept testing. Reporting & Performance Own category reporting, dashboards and performance updates. Ensure accuracy and clarity across all insight outputs. Track KPIs such as rate of sale, distribution, share and customer performance. What are we looking for? Technical & Analytical Skills Strong experience with on trade customers and industry data sources. Ability to convert complex data into simple, compelling narratives. Skilled in forecasting, modelling and opportunity sizing. Commercial & Category Expertise Deep understanding of the on trade landscape. Proven experience in category management, insights or commercial strategy. Confident influencing customers and external stakeholders. Communication & Influence Exceptional storytelling and presentation skills. Able to constructively challenge and influence decisions. Comfortable representing the business externally. Personal Qualities The Thatchers team is action oriented, adaptable and resourceful, with high levels of resilience to compete in an exciting yet competitive marketplace. We are curious, proactive and passionate about quality cider enjoyed across the world. If you have the passion to make an impact as part of the Thatchers family, this is the role for you.
Why join Marshall Land Systems in this role: As a Senior Project Manager, you will be leading the delivery of complex and high-impact projects that support critical customer and business objectives. In this role, you'll take ownership of day to day project delivery, ensuring programmes are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while working within a collaborative and fast paced engineering environment. The responsibilities in this role include: Project deliverables & requirements across all functions. These are to be clearly articulated, documented and shared across the IPT and wider organisation as appropriate. Lead the Project assigned IPT for assigned Project(s). Manage and resolve matters relating to costs, work schedules, commercial technical and production issues. Working with the assigned Procurement & Supply Chain colleagues, support the delivery of subcontracts, as required, ensuring delivery is in line with project needs. Ownership of the Project budget, leading and approving allocation to the appropriate Work Package and associated WBS items. Ensuring BAC, BAC(changes), EAC and ETCs are reviewed and reported accurately with any cost variance clearly understood; ensuring parametric and trend analysis results are fully utilised with little to no 'opinion based' reporting. Management of all other project financial targets in support of Revenue, Cash and Margin. Proactively manage risks and opportunities, collaborating with others, in particular assigned Project Controller(s). Accountable for the Project Change Management regime. Undertake additional activities as required by line management. Support the adherence of the Lifecycle Management (LCM) Processes. Preparing and managing the tailored processes through governance sign-off". Support the co-ordination of resource requirements - ensuring data inputs are submitted to the IBP team for the bids and projects; presenting IBP foresight for upcoming activities. Support and manage effective 'Lessons Learned' activities. Apply if you have most of the following: Delivering projects ideally in the defence sector. Working in an Engineering / manufacturing environment. Worked within, or lead multi-functional teams in a collaborative matrix-managed 'IPT' environment. Desirable: Knowledge of systems engineering and how to apply in a Project environment. Ideally, experience of procurement & supply-chain contract delivery and manufacturing processes. Experience of the full product development lifecycle of complex integrated systems; New Product Development (NPD) and New Production Introduction (NPI). Some knowledge of engineering development techniques for projects including: technical requirements management, development and qualification validation and verification phases, technical risk, concurrency of design and production, project planning, project control, change management, performance measurement, cost control and risk & opportunity management. Working within matrix organisations, in particular collaboration with engineering, operations, supply chain and quality within an IPT. Technical skills/education: Degree-level education, preferably in engineering, business, or defence studies. Project / Programme Management certification such as PRINCE2, APM (PMQ), PMI (PMP) or MSP and APM Risk Level 2. Strong ICT skills, including but not limited to MS365 tools such as Word and Excel. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. MS-Project or equivalent. Collaboration including identification and delivery of value for stakeholders. Additional Local Needs Hybrid working offered - 3 days on site in Cambridge, UK. Successful candidate will need to be eligible to hold UK SC Clearance . The benefits we will offer you include: 27 days holiday increasing with service up to 30 days (option to buy /sell) Pension contributions up to 9% Private medical insurance for you and your partner Company car allowance Extensive flexible benefit program including Cycle to Work Life assurance at 4x basic salary Enhanced parental leave and pay Paid volunteering leave Access to industry leading wellbeing resources and tools Marshall Land Systems is a Canadian-owned global company with an unrivalled pedigree of British engineering excellence. From its origins in Cambridge, UK, through more than a century of innovation, pioneering advances from the nose of Concorde to the early Hydrogen fuel cell technology that ultimately powered the moon landings, Marshall engineers now continue to innovate specialist vehicles and infrastructure for NATO forces across the world. From bomb disposal vehicles to deployed shelters, from command and control to CT scanners on the battlefield, Marshall Land Systems protects people in critical situations with the very best in engineering. It employs 600 people with major facilities the UK, Canada, and the Netherlands.
May 12, 2026
Full time
Why join Marshall Land Systems in this role: As a Senior Project Manager, you will be leading the delivery of complex and high-impact projects that support critical customer and business objectives. In this role, you'll take ownership of day to day project delivery, ensuring programmes are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while working within a collaborative and fast paced engineering environment. The responsibilities in this role include: Project deliverables & requirements across all functions. These are to be clearly articulated, documented and shared across the IPT and wider organisation as appropriate. Lead the Project assigned IPT for assigned Project(s). Manage and resolve matters relating to costs, work schedules, commercial technical and production issues. Working with the assigned Procurement & Supply Chain colleagues, support the delivery of subcontracts, as required, ensuring delivery is in line with project needs. Ownership of the Project budget, leading and approving allocation to the appropriate Work Package and associated WBS items. Ensuring BAC, BAC(changes), EAC and ETCs are reviewed and reported accurately with any cost variance clearly understood; ensuring parametric and trend analysis results are fully utilised with little to no 'opinion based' reporting. Management of all other project financial targets in support of Revenue, Cash and Margin. Proactively manage risks and opportunities, collaborating with others, in particular assigned Project Controller(s). Accountable for the Project Change Management regime. Undertake additional activities as required by line management. Support the adherence of the Lifecycle Management (LCM) Processes. Preparing and managing the tailored processes through governance sign-off". Support the co-ordination of resource requirements - ensuring data inputs are submitted to the IBP team for the bids and projects; presenting IBP foresight for upcoming activities. Support and manage effective 'Lessons Learned' activities. Apply if you have most of the following: Delivering projects ideally in the defence sector. Working in an Engineering / manufacturing environment. Worked within, or lead multi-functional teams in a collaborative matrix-managed 'IPT' environment. Desirable: Knowledge of systems engineering and how to apply in a Project environment. Ideally, experience of procurement & supply-chain contract delivery and manufacturing processes. Experience of the full product development lifecycle of complex integrated systems; New Product Development (NPD) and New Production Introduction (NPI). Some knowledge of engineering development techniques for projects including: technical requirements management, development and qualification validation and verification phases, technical risk, concurrency of design and production, project planning, project control, change management, performance measurement, cost control and risk & opportunity management. Working within matrix organisations, in particular collaboration with engineering, operations, supply chain and quality within an IPT. Technical skills/education: Degree-level education, preferably in engineering, business, or defence studies. Project / Programme Management certification such as PRINCE2, APM (PMQ), PMI (PMP) or MSP and APM Risk Level 2. Strong ICT skills, including but not limited to MS365 tools such as Word and Excel. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. MS-Project or equivalent. Collaboration including identification and delivery of value for stakeholders. Additional Local Needs Hybrid working offered - 3 days on site in Cambridge, UK. Successful candidate will need to be eligible to hold UK SC Clearance . The benefits we will offer you include: 27 days holiday increasing with service up to 30 days (option to buy /sell) Pension contributions up to 9% Private medical insurance for you and your partner Company car allowance Extensive flexible benefit program including Cycle to Work Life assurance at 4x basic salary Enhanced parental leave and pay Paid volunteering leave Access to industry leading wellbeing resources and tools Marshall Land Systems is a Canadian-owned global company with an unrivalled pedigree of British engineering excellence. From its origins in Cambridge, UK, through more than a century of innovation, pioneering advances from the nose of Concorde to the early Hydrogen fuel cell technology that ultimately powered the moon landings, Marshall engineers now continue to innovate specialist vehicles and infrastructure for NATO forces across the world. From bomb disposal vehicles to deployed shelters, from command and control to CT scanners on the battlefield, Marshall Land Systems protects people in critical situations with the very best in engineering. It employs 600 people with major facilities the UK, Canada, and the Netherlands.
NEW VACANCY! (PK9263) TECHNICAL / NPD MANAGER WEST YORKSHIRE Competitive Salary + Benefits Package Our Client is a leader in high-quality labels and packaging, seeking a Technical / New Product Development (NPD) Manager to drive product innovation and technical excellence. This is a hands-on, site-based role requiring expertise in self-adhesive labels and/or flexible packaging to lead projects from concept to production. Key Responsibilities: Manage the full NPD process, taking new product concepts through to production-ready trials. Provide technical support on materials, ink applications, and substrate selection. Bridge the gap between customer technical requirements and production capabilities. Improve existing products and ensure high-quality standards (BRC/ISO) are met. Key Requirements: Must be based on-site. Strong knowledge of self-adhesive labels or flexible packaging. Technical aptitude for printing processes (Flexo, Screen, Digital). Experienced in project management within a high-pressure manufacturing environment. Excellent communication skills for managing customer and internal relationships. Interested candidates with a background in print/packaging, please apply with a current Cv
May 11, 2026
Full time
NEW VACANCY! (PK9263) TECHNICAL / NPD MANAGER WEST YORKSHIRE Competitive Salary + Benefits Package Our Client is a leader in high-quality labels and packaging, seeking a Technical / New Product Development (NPD) Manager to drive product innovation and technical excellence. This is a hands-on, site-based role requiring expertise in self-adhesive labels and/or flexible packaging to lead projects from concept to production. Key Responsibilities: Manage the full NPD process, taking new product concepts through to production-ready trials. Provide technical support on materials, ink applications, and substrate selection. Bridge the gap between customer technical requirements and production capabilities. Improve existing products and ensure high-quality standards (BRC/ISO) are met. Key Requirements: Must be based on-site. Strong knowledge of self-adhesive labels or flexible packaging. Technical aptitude for printing processes (Flexo, Screen, Digital). Experienced in project management within a high-pressure manufacturing environment. Excellent communication skills for managing customer and internal relationships. Interested candidates with a background in print/packaging, please apply with a current Cv
Prestige Recruitment Specialists
North Scarle, Lincolnshire
Shift Manager (Manufacturing) Location: LN6, Lincoln Salary: 50,000 per year Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (6:00am - 6:00pm / 6:00pm - 6:00am) Full-time Permanent About the Role We are looking for an experienced and driven Shift Manager to lead operations within a busy manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for providing clear leadership to shift teams and coordinating key stakeholders across Engineering, Technical, Supply Chain, Warehouse, and NPD functions. This role is critical in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production while driving performance, engagement, and continuous improvement across the shift. Key Responsibilities Provide day-to-day leadership and direction to shift operatives Ensure compliance with all operational standards, procedures, and production plans Deploy the correct labour levels and skill mix to meet operational needs Maintain and improve GMP and site standards Manage and escalate downtime and production performance issues Drive yield improvement, reporting, and performance analysis Close out complaints and non-conformance reports (NCRs) effectively Lead, coach, and develop team members, including disciplinary support where required Ensure clear and effective shift communication and handovers Work closely with Operations to support recruitment and workforce planning What We're Looking For Experience in a manufacturing/FMCG environment (food or pet food preferred) Previous Shift Manager, Team Leader, or Supervisory experience HACCP Level 2 (desirable) IOSH Managing Safely (desirable) Awareness of BRC standards and CI tools Strong leadership and decision-making skills Excellent communication and relationship-building ability A credible leader who can influence and gain buy-in Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail Positive, proactive, and solution-focused mindset Health, Safety & Compliance Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation and site procedures Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and accountability Take responsibility for safe working practices across the shift Support environmental, ethical, and energy efficiency standards Lead by example in line with company policies and values Why Join? Competitive salary of 50,000 per year Structured 4 on 4 off shift pattern (days and nights) Opportunity to lead a high-performing manufacturing team Strong focus on development, improvement, and career progression If you are interested in the above role, please send your cv to (url removed)
May 11, 2026
Full time
Shift Manager (Manufacturing) Location: LN6, Lincoln Salary: 50,000 per year Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (6:00am - 6:00pm / 6:00pm - 6:00am) Full-time Permanent About the Role We are looking for an experienced and driven Shift Manager to lead operations within a busy manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for providing clear leadership to shift teams and coordinating key stakeholders across Engineering, Technical, Supply Chain, Warehouse, and NPD functions. This role is critical in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production while driving performance, engagement, and continuous improvement across the shift. Key Responsibilities Provide day-to-day leadership and direction to shift operatives Ensure compliance with all operational standards, procedures, and production plans Deploy the correct labour levels and skill mix to meet operational needs Maintain and improve GMP and site standards Manage and escalate downtime and production performance issues Drive yield improvement, reporting, and performance analysis Close out complaints and non-conformance reports (NCRs) effectively Lead, coach, and develop team members, including disciplinary support where required Ensure clear and effective shift communication and handovers Work closely with Operations to support recruitment and workforce planning What We're Looking For Experience in a manufacturing/FMCG environment (food or pet food preferred) Previous Shift Manager, Team Leader, or Supervisory experience HACCP Level 2 (desirable) IOSH Managing Safely (desirable) Awareness of BRC standards and CI tools Strong leadership and decision-making skills Excellent communication and relationship-building ability A credible leader who can influence and gain buy-in Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail Positive, proactive, and solution-focused mindset Health, Safety & Compliance Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation and site procedures Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and accountability Take responsibility for safe working practices across the shift Support environmental, ethical, and energy efficiency standards Lead by example in line with company policies and values Why Join? Competitive salary of 50,000 per year Structured 4 on 4 off shift pattern (days and nights) Opportunity to lead a high-performing manufacturing team Strong focus on development, improvement, and career progression If you are interested in the above role, please send your cv to (url removed)
Found Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Trowbridge, Wiltshire
Location: Wiltshire Salary: Competitive + Performance Bonus Hours: Monday to Friday Are you a process-driven food professional who enjoys being close to the factory floor and making tangible improvements to quality and performance? A well-established and growing food manufacturing business is looking for a Process Manager to play a key role in driving process consistency, improving product quality and supporting operational excellence across site. This is a highly visible role where you will work cross functionally with Production, Technical and NPD, taking ownership of how products move through the factory and identifying opportunities to improve standards, efficiency and customer outcomes. If you enjoy solving problems, influencing change and seeing the impact of your work in real time, this is a great opportunity to step into a role with genuine influence. What You ll Be Doing Drive improvements in product quality, process reliability and manufacturing performance Lead and support factory trials for new products, process changes and improvements Monitor process performance and ensure consistency following product launches Evaluate existing processes and introduce more efficient or robust ways of working Establish and strengthen process controls to improve right first time delivery Carry out structured process reviews and investigate root causes of failures or complaints Support equipment and process validation activity across the site Work closely with cross functional teams to align manufacturing capability with product requirements Define and refine quality parameters in line with operational realities Identify opportunities to reduce cost through smarter processing methods Support resolution of factory related quality issues Coach and guide teams on best practice and process standards What s In It for You Opportunity to take ownership of process performance within a growing manufacturing site A role with real visibility and influence across Production, Technical and NPD Long-term career development within a business investing in its operations Exposure to continuous improvement and large-scale manufacturing projects Supportive leadership team with a focus on progression and capability building Stable, well-invested environment with a strong focus on quality and innovation Your Background Experience within a food manufacturing or food processing environment Strong understanding of how process impacts product quality and consistency Detail-oriented with a structured and methodical approach Comfortable analysing issues and implementing practical solutions Confident working cross functionally and influencing stakeholders Able to manage priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting Hands-on mindset with a proactive approach to improvement Genuine interest in food and delivering high standards Join a Business That Invests in You You will be joining a business that is continuing to invest in its people, processes and manufacturing capability, with a clear focus on delivering high-quality products and driving operational excellence. This is a role where you can genuinely shape how things are done, working closely with multiple teams to improve performance and standards across the factory. If you are looking for a position where you can influence change, develop your skill set and be part of a forward-thinking manufacturing environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and get in touch with Kimia at Found Food and Drink.
May 10, 2026
Full time
Location: Wiltshire Salary: Competitive + Performance Bonus Hours: Monday to Friday Are you a process-driven food professional who enjoys being close to the factory floor and making tangible improvements to quality and performance? A well-established and growing food manufacturing business is looking for a Process Manager to play a key role in driving process consistency, improving product quality and supporting operational excellence across site. This is a highly visible role where you will work cross functionally with Production, Technical and NPD, taking ownership of how products move through the factory and identifying opportunities to improve standards, efficiency and customer outcomes. If you enjoy solving problems, influencing change and seeing the impact of your work in real time, this is a great opportunity to step into a role with genuine influence. What You ll Be Doing Drive improvements in product quality, process reliability and manufacturing performance Lead and support factory trials for new products, process changes and improvements Monitor process performance and ensure consistency following product launches Evaluate existing processes and introduce more efficient or robust ways of working Establish and strengthen process controls to improve right first time delivery Carry out structured process reviews and investigate root causes of failures or complaints Support equipment and process validation activity across the site Work closely with cross functional teams to align manufacturing capability with product requirements Define and refine quality parameters in line with operational realities Identify opportunities to reduce cost through smarter processing methods Support resolution of factory related quality issues Coach and guide teams on best practice and process standards What s In It for You Opportunity to take ownership of process performance within a growing manufacturing site A role with real visibility and influence across Production, Technical and NPD Long-term career development within a business investing in its operations Exposure to continuous improvement and large-scale manufacturing projects Supportive leadership team with a focus on progression and capability building Stable, well-invested environment with a strong focus on quality and innovation Your Background Experience within a food manufacturing or food processing environment Strong understanding of how process impacts product quality and consistency Detail-oriented with a structured and methodical approach Comfortable analysing issues and implementing practical solutions Confident working cross functionally and influencing stakeholders Able to manage priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting Hands-on mindset with a proactive approach to improvement Genuine interest in food and delivering high standards Join a Business That Invests in You You will be joining a business that is continuing to invest in its people, processes and manufacturing capability, with a clear focus on delivering high-quality products and driving operational excellence. This is a role where you can genuinely shape how things are done, working closely with multiple teams to improve performance and standards across the factory. If you are looking for a position where you can influence change, develop your skill set and be part of a forward-thinking manufacturing environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and get in touch with Kimia at Found Food and Drink.
Make Your Mark at Ipsos Global Head of Syndicated Products - Audience Measurement Ipsos is seeking a visionary and strategic leader to serve as the Global Head of Syndicated Products. As the Global Product Owner, you will be primarily responsible for helping to shape the long term vision and strategic roadmap for our syndicated offers. This is a high impact leadership role responsible for the growth, and evolution of our entire syndicated product portfolio. As a "builder" and a "strategist," you will turn commercial white spaces into monetizable data products. You will lead through influence in a matrix environment, ensuring that our syndicated offers meet the changing needs of media owners, agencies, and global brands. What is in it for you? This opportunity provides you with a platform to: You will play a pivotal role in setting a Product Portfolio Strategy & Vision Influence new product development Drive growth opportunities across Ipsos - commercial growth and P&L influence Lead and inspire indirect teams across Research, Operations, Sales, and Marketing to execute the product roadmap effectively. Act as the primary global advocate for Ipsos's syndicated capabilities The Role This role sits in Ipsos' global audience measurement within syndicated services. Ipsos Global Influentials (IGI) is the comprehensive survey to understand the motivations and desires of decision makers, big spenders and trendsetters who shape the world. Targeting adults in households in the top 20% of income and business leaders in 40+ markets, IGI tracks media usage, wealth, business decisions, personal spending, and attitudes across various product categories. Continuous tracking enables you to grasp and react to the moments that matter. From understanding life changes to emerging global trends, IGI provides a rich, agile and actionable solution that enables you to convince hard to reach audiences on why they need your brand. Key Responsibilities: Product Portfolio Strategy & Vision - Portfolio Oversight Provide strategic guidance and oversight for existing syndicated offers (IGI, GameTrack, StatEx) ensuring their growth and product development in line with changing market needs Long Term Roadmap: Develop and articulate a compelling long term vision for the global syndicated business, ensuring all products align with the company's broader business objectives. New Product Development (NPD): Lead the end to end process of identifying, packaging, and monetizing new data driven products to expand our market footprint. Commercial Growth & P&L Influence Revenue Strategy: Partner with Global Commercial leads to manage and identify new clients to drive revenue growth across the portfolio. Matrix P&L Management: While not having direct P&L ownership, you will be responsible for the global commercial success of the products, influencing regional leaders to hit growth targets. Monetization & Activation: Innovate how independent datasets are used by media owners and brands for both insights and activation, ensuring maximum ROI for clients. Matrix Leadership & Operations Cross Functional Orchestration: Lead and inspire indirect teams across Research, Operations, Sales, and Marketing to execute the product roadmap effectively. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with senior leadership, internal country managers, and external industry partners. Product Evangelism: Act as the primary global advocate for Ipsos's syndicated capabilities, communicating their value to technical teams and C suite executives alike. About you: This role requires a passionate visionary business leader. We are seeking someone with: Expertise in Syndicated Data: Required experience in media/advertising and a mastery of how syndicated datasets are utilized by the industry. Mastery of Matrix Environments: Demonstrated ability to lead through influence rather than direct authority, fostering collaboration across diverse, global teams. Data Driven Decision Making: An analytical mindset capable of synthesizing complex research data and financial metrics into actionable business plans. Proven Strategic Builder: Extensive experience developing and executing successful business strategies, specifically in launching and scaling new products. Commercial & Financial Acumen: A deep understanding of business drivers, financial concepts, and the ability to capitalize on commercial opportunities in a global market. Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you as an individual. Our standard benefits include 25 days annual leave, pension contribution, income protection and life assurance. In addition, there are a range of health & wellbeing, financial benefits and professional development opportunities. We realise you may have commitments outside of work and will consider flexible working applications - please highlight what you are looking for when you make your application. We have a hybrid approach to work and ask people to be in the office or with clients for 3 days per week. We are committed to equality, treating people fairly, promoting a positive and inclusive working environment and ensuring we have diversity of people and views. We recognise that this is important for our business success - a more diverse workforce will enable us to better reflect and understand the world we research and ultimately deliver better research and insight to our clients. We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident scheme, certified as Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.
May 10, 2026
Full time
Make Your Mark at Ipsos Global Head of Syndicated Products - Audience Measurement Ipsos is seeking a visionary and strategic leader to serve as the Global Head of Syndicated Products. As the Global Product Owner, you will be primarily responsible for helping to shape the long term vision and strategic roadmap for our syndicated offers. This is a high impact leadership role responsible for the growth, and evolution of our entire syndicated product portfolio. As a "builder" and a "strategist," you will turn commercial white spaces into monetizable data products. You will lead through influence in a matrix environment, ensuring that our syndicated offers meet the changing needs of media owners, agencies, and global brands. What is in it for you? This opportunity provides you with a platform to: You will play a pivotal role in setting a Product Portfolio Strategy & Vision Influence new product development Drive growth opportunities across Ipsos - commercial growth and P&L influence Lead and inspire indirect teams across Research, Operations, Sales, and Marketing to execute the product roadmap effectively. Act as the primary global advocate for Ipsos's syndicated capabilities The Role This role sits in Ipsos' global audience measurement within syndicated services. Ipsos Global Influentials (IGI) is the comprehensive survey to understand the motivations and desires of decision makers, big spenders and trendsetters who shape the world. Targeting adults in households in the top 20% of income and business leaders in 40+ markets, IGI tracks media usage, wealth, business decisions, personal spending, and attitudes across various product categories. Continuous tracking enables you to grasp and react to the moments that matter. From understanding life changes to emerging global trends, IGI provides a rich, agile and actionable solution that enables you to convince hard to reach audiences on why they need your brand. Key Responsibilities: Product Portfolio Strategy & Vision - Portfolio Oversight Provide strategic guidance and oversight for existing syndicated offers (IGI, GameTrack, StatEx) ensuring their growth and product development in line with changing market needs Long Term Roadmap: Develop and articulate a compelling long term vision for the global syndicated business, ensuring all products align with the company's broader business objectives. New Product Development (NPD): Lead the end to end process of identifying, packaging, and monetizing new data driven products to expand our market footprint. Commercial Growth & P&L Influence Revenue Strategy: Partner with Global Commercial leads to manage and identify new clients to drive revenue growth across the portfolio. Matrix P&L Management: While not having direct P&L ownership, you will be responsible for the global commercial success of the products, influencing regional leaders to hit growth targets. Monetization & Activation: Innovate how independent datasets are used by media owners and brands for both insights and activation, ensuring maximum ROI for clients. Matrix Leadership & Operations Cross Functional Orchestration: Lead and inspire indirect teams across Research, Operations, Sales, and Marketing to execute the product roadmap effectively. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with senior leadership, internal country managers, and external industry partners. Product Evangelism: Act as the primary global advocate for Ipsos's syndicated capabilities, communicating their value to technical teams and C suite executives alike. About you: This role requires a passionate visionary business leader. We are seeking someone with: Expertise in Syndicated Data: Required experience in media/advertising and a mastery of how syndicated datasets are utilized by the industry. Mastery of Matrix Environments: Demonstrated ability to lead through influence rather than direct authority, fostering collaboration across diverse, global teams. Data Driven Decision Making: An analytical mindset capable of synthesizing complex research data and financial metrics into actionable business plans. Proven Strategic Builder: Extensive experience developing and executing successful business strategies, specifically in launching and scaling new products. Commercial & Financial Acumen: A deep understanding of business drivers, financial concepts, and the ability to capitalize on commercial opportunities in a global market. Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you as an individual. Our standard benefits include 25 days annual leave, pension contribution, income protection and life assurance. In addition, there are a range of health & wellbeing, financial benefits and professional development opportunities. We realise you may have commitments outside of work and will consider flexible working applications - please highlight what you are looking for when you make your application. We have a hybrid approach to work and ask people to be in the office or with clients for 3 days per week. We are committed to equality, treating people fairly, promoting a positive and inclusive working environment and ensuring we have diversity of people and views. We recognise that this is important for our business success - a more diverse workforce will enable us to better reflect and understand the world we research and ultimately deliver better research and insight to our clients. We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident scheme, certified as Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.
Factory Technical Manager A leading food manufacturer is hiring a Factory Technical Manager to bring together food safety, technical, and quality leadership in one role. You'll take full ownership of HACCP, BRC audits, QMS, and retailer compliance, working closely with major supermarket customers. This is a high-impact, visible leadership position with real influence across site performance and standards. The role has been shaped to find someone with the right blend of expertise across food safety, technical management, and quality. Someone who can confidently lead audits, engage with customers, and maintain high standards across a fast-paced manufacturing site. You'll have the autonomy to drive improvements, lead a strong technical team, and influence site-wide quality culture. You'll lead the site's technical and quality function, ensuring all products meet food safety, legal, and customer requirements. Acting as a key link between operations, customers, and auditors, you'll ensure the site is always audit-ready and performing at a high standard, combining strategic oversight with hands-on involvement where needed. Key responsibilities: Lead food safety, quality, and technical compliance across the site Own and develop HACCP systems, ensuring robust risk management Manage and improve the Quality Management System Lead and deliver successful BRC and third-party audits Act as the main contact for retailer / supermarket technical relationships Ensure product safety, legality, and quality from intake to dispatch Manage non-conformance, complaints, and product release decisions Drive continuous improvement across GMP, food safety, and quality Lead, develop, and motivate QA and microbiology teams Ensure compliance with food legislation and customer standards Support NPD, process validation, and site technical projects This is what you'll need: Strong experience across food safety, technical, and quality roles within food or beverage manufacturing Proven track record delivering BRC standards and leading audits Experience working with major retailers / supermarkets HACCP and Food Safety qualification And this is what you'll get: Competitive salary Car allowance High pension contributions Life assurance Critical illness cover
May 10, 2026
Full time
Factory Technical Manager A leading food manufacturer is hiring a Factory Technical Manager to bring together food safety, technical, and quality leadership in one role. You'll take full ownership of HACCP, BRC audits, QMS, and retailer compliance, working closely with major supermarket customers. This is a high-impact, visible leadership position with real influence across site performance and standards. The role has been shaped to find someone with the right blend of expertise across food safety, technical management, and quality. Someone who can confidently lead audits, engage with customers, and maintain high standards across a fast-paced manufacturing site. You'll have the autonomy to drive improvements, lead a strong technical team, and influence site-wide quality culture. You'll lead the site's technical and quality function, ensuring all products meet food safety, legal, and customer requirements. Acting as a key link between operations, customers, and auditors, you'll ensure the site is always audit-ready and performing at a high standard, combining strategic oversight with hands-on involvement where needed. Key responsibilities: Lead food safety, quality, and technical compliance across the site Own and develop HACCP systems, ensuring robust risk management Manage and improve the Quality Management System Lead and deliver successful BRC and third-party audits Act as the main contact for retailer / supermarket technical relationships Ensure product safety, legality, and quality from intake to dispatch Manage non-conformance, complaints, and product release decisions Drive continuous improvement across GMP, food safety, and quality Lead, develop, and motivate QA and microbiology teams Ensure compliance with food legislation and customer standards Support NPD, process validation, and site technical projects This is what you'll need: Strong experience across food safety, technical, and quality roles within food or beverage manufacturing Proven track record delivering BRC standards and leading audits Experience working with major retailers / supermarkets HACCP and Food Safety qualification And this is what you'll get: Competitive salary Car allowance High pension contributions Life assurance Critical illness cover
Horticulture Sales Manager South England Hybrid with Travel Passionate about horticulture? Love building commercial relationships around high-quality plants? Ready to lead a sales team and shape the future of a growing wholesale business? This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership within a well-known business, working with horticulture crops across the UK and Europe. You'll sit at the heart of a fast-moving horticulture business, leading people, shaping strategy, and helping bring exciting new plants and varieties to market. What's in it for you? Senior commercial role in a respected horticulture and plants business Competitive salary and package The chance to lead and shape a growing wholesale division. High level of influence across sales, product range and marketing Work with exciting new plant varieties and product development. The Role You'll lead all sales activity across the South of England. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining customer management, commercial planning, and team leadership. You'll work closely with Finance, Supply Chain, Sales, Production and Technical teams to make sure the right plants are produced, priced, and sold profitably, while developing long-term customer partnerships across the horticulture sector. Day-to-day you'll be: Leading, coaching and managing the wholesale sales team. Owning and growing key customer accounts across horticulture and plants Developing sales plans and account strategies to drive revenue and profitability. Setting and managing pricing in collaboration with Finance and Supply Chain Preparing budgets, forecasts, and performance reports Monitoring customer performance and spend potential. Working with Trees and Liners teams to build and manage the product portfolio. Driving new product development (NPD) and launching new plant varieties Visiting customers around 2-3 days per week, including overnight stays Tracking competitor activity and market trends in horticulture Delivering the wholesale marketing plan - trade shows, open days, catalogues, and social media Representing the business at key UK and European horticulture events This role isn't about ticking boxes; it's about building a profitable, future-focused business built around great plants, great people, and strong customer partnerships. About You Proven experience selling to commercial nurseries, whether that's plants, growing media, fertilisers, substrates, or other horticultural products. A strong background in managing key accounts and building long-term customer relationships. Experience working with pricing, budgets, forecasts, and profit margins. Commercially minded, with a genuine interest in plants and the wider horticulture market Comfortable travelling regularly and staying away from home when needed. A confident communicator who builds trust with customers and works well with internal teams. What's Next? For an informal chat, please call me, Sarah, on (phone number removed), email (url removed), or message me on LinkedIn. Don't worry if your CV isn't fully up to date, just send what you've got, and we'll take it from there.
May 10, 2026
Full time
Horticulture Sales Manager South England Hybrid with Travel Passionate about horticulture? Love building commercial relationships around high-quality plants? Ready to lead a sales team and shape the future of a growing wholesale business? This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership within a well-known business, working with horticulture crops across the UK and Europe. You'll sit at the heart of a fast-moving horticulture business, leading people, shaping strategy, and helping bring exciting new plants and varieties to market. What's in it for you? Senior commercial role in a respected horticulture and plants business Competitive salary and package The chance to lead and shape a growing wholesale division. High level of influence across sales, product range and marketing Work with exciting new plant varieties and product development. The Role You'll lead all sales activity across the South of England. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining customer management, commercial planning, and team leadership. You'll work closely with Finance, Supply Chain, Sales, Production and Technical teams to make sure the right plants are produced, priced, and sold profitably, while developing long-term customer partnerships across the horticulture sector. Day-to-day you'll be: Leading, coaching and managing the wholesale sales team. Owning and growing key customer accounts across horticulture and plants Developing sales plans and account strategies to drive revenue and profitability. Setting and managing pricing in collaboration with Finance and Supply Chain Preparing budgets, forecasts, and performance reports Monitoring customer performance and spend potential. Working with Trees and Liners teams to build and manage the product portfolio. Driving new product development (NPD) and launching new plant varieties Visiting customers around 2-3 days per week, including overnight stays Tracking competitor activity and market trends in horticulture Delivering the wholesale marketing plan - trade shows, open days, catalogues, and social media Representing the business at key UK and European horticulture events This role isn't about ticking boxes; it's about building a profitable, future-focused business built around great plants, great people, and strong customer partnerships. About You Proven experience selling to commercial nurseries, whether that's plants, growing media, fertilisers, substrates, or other horticultural products. A strong background in managing key accounts and building long-term customer relationships. Experience working with pricing, budgets, forecasts, and profit margins. Commercially minded, with a genuine interest in plants and the wider horticulture market Comfortable travelling regularly and staying away from home when needed. A confident communicator who builds trust with customers and works well with internal teams. What's Next? For an informal chat, please call me, Sarah, on (phone number removed), email (url removed), or message me on LinkedIn. Don't worry if your CV isn't fully up to date, just send what you've got, and we'll take it from there.
