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Quality Auditor Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contributions , Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Holbeach Ways of Working: 3s & 2s (Blue Days) Hours of work: 06:00am-18:00pm Contract Type: Permanent Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food, both our own and from trusted partners, to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Our site in Holbeach St Marks, Lincolnshire, specialises in producing chilled pizzas and employs around 880 people, operating in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. 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 • 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.

Are you a born hunter? Someone who genuinely loves the chase - the prospecting, the pitching, the buzz of opening a door no one has been able to open before? We re working exclusively with a brilliantly distinctive, much-loved Norfolk-based premium brand who are looking for their next Business Development Manager. This is the key hunter role within their growing sales team and be the person who will go out and win the new accounts that fuel the next chapter of their growth story. About the role This is a true new business role, not an account management role dressed up as one. You ll own the new business pipeline end to end, from identifying prospects, getting in front of buyers, pitching the brand, negotiating range and terms, and bringing new customers on board. Once accounts are launched and bedded in, you ll hand them across to the account management team and go again. Target channels are exclusively premium - think hotel groups, airlines, premium department stores and retailers, farm shops, fine food halls, specialist independents and any other channel their premium brand has a natural home for. No supermarkets, no race to the bottom. There is genuine breadth and white space to go after. What you ll be doing Building and relentlessly progressing a qualified new business pipeline across multiple channels. Proactively prospecting - cold outreach, LinkedIn, trade events, referrals and category-led conversations. Pitching, sampling, negotiating and converting prospects into listings. Owning commercial negotiation: pricing, range, promotional support and trading terms, winning business that protects margin and brand integrity. Identifying new premium channels, markets and white-space opportunities within the UK market. Working closely with Marketing, NPD and Operations to build compelling, customer-specific proposals. Representing the brand at trade shows and industry events. Keeping pipeline and forecasting tight and accurate, owning the responsibility. What you ll bring A demonstrable track record of new business wins with premium brands. A genuine hunter mentality, being energised by cold outreach and the chase, and you re resilient when doors don t open first time. Experience pitching to and negotiating with retail buyers or equivalent decision-makers. Strong commercial acumen - comfortable with margin, P&L and trading terms. Confident, credible and influential at every level, from buyer to commercial director. Exceptional pipeline discipline and the ability to juggle multiple live opportunities. A degree (or equivalent) is ideal in Business, Marketing or a related field, plus excellent IT skills. Bonus points for An existing buyer or contact network within hotel groups, airlines, premium retailers, farm shops, fine food halls or specialist independents. Experience selling premium, branded or specialist goods. This is a beautifully positioned, distinctive brand with a strong identity, a loyal following and clear ambition. They ve built solid foundations with their existing customer base and are now investing in the hunter capability to take it to the next level. You ll have genuine autonomy, the ear of the Head of Sales, and a real hand in shaping how the next phase of growth is delivered. Based at their Norwich site with expenses paid for the travel you d expect of a national new business role. Interested? This role is being handled exclusively by Select Recruitment Specialists. For a confidential conversation and the full brief, please get in touch with Emma Baylis.

Technical Manager Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contributions, Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Sutton Bridge Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work: Monday - Friday, 08.30 -17.00 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. Our site in Sutton Bridge is home to around 225 colleagues, producing chilled Indian ready meals for a dedicated customer. What you'll be doing In this integral role as Technical Manager, you will ensure robust controls are in place to consistently deliver food safety, quality, legality and customer technical requirements. You will take a proactive approach to preventing food safety issues, while ensuring effective systems and controls are in place to manage incidents or crises should they arise. You will lead and motivate the technical team across all aspects of the function, setting the technical agenda for the business unit in line with the site strategy. A key part of the role is defining and embedding a strong quality culture across customer service, raw material management and factory standards, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence throughout the site. Role Accountabilities: Ensure food safety, quality, legality and customer standards are clearly defined, implemented, communicated and monitored across the site Lead, maintain and continuously improve HACCP and quality management systems, including risk assessments for new products, processes and raw materials Drive and host technical audits, manage non-conformances and use KPIs, complaints and microbiological data to identify trends and deliver continuous improvement Own technical communication with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders, defining and delivering the customer technical agenda Lead, motivate and develop the technical team through training, PDPs and succession planning, embedding a culture aligned to Greencore values Support NPD and process development, ensuring technical standards are met from concept through to launch Manage the technical budget, support profit improvement initiatives and champion a strong food safety, quality and health & safety culture across the site What we're looking for Strong technical leadership capability within a chilled food manufacturing environment In-depth knowledge of food safety, quality, legality and customer technical standards Proven ability to lead HACCP, quality management systems and technical audits Confidence managing customer and supplier technical relationships Ability to analyse data, identify trends and drive continuous improvement Strong people leadership skills with a focus on coaching, development and succession planning Commercial awareness and the ability to align technical priorities with site and business objectives Excellent communication and influencing skills across all levels 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.

Talent Guardian is proud to be partnering with a well-established and growing food manufacturing business in Wembley to recruit an ambitious Account Executive to join their commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity for somebody looking to develop a long-term career within FMCG sales and account management. The business operates within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, supplying major retail and convenience customers across the UK. You ll be joining a collaborative commercial team where you ll receive strong mentoring, coaching and development, with a clear pathway towards Junior Account Manager level and beyond. This role will support the commercial team across day-to-day account management, forecasting, customer administration and new product launch activity. You ll gain exposure to multiple areas of the business including NPD, operations, finance and technical, making it an excellent stepping stone into a fully customer-facing commercial role. This position would suit somebody who is highly organised, analytical, commercially curious and eager to build a career within FMCG. Key Responsibilities Supporting the commercial team with day-to-day customer management activities Managing forecasts and communicating any changes across the business Supporting promotions, pricing updates and customer administration Monitoring customer service levels and reporting on supply performance Sales forecasting and variance reporting by SKU/customer Supporting NPD launches and product lifecycle management Working cross-functionally with NPD, operations, technical and finance teams Managing and analysing customer sales data and reporting insights to the wider team Building strong relationships with customer buying teams and internal stakeholders Supporting product costings and commercial reporting About You Degree educated or equivalent preferred Previous food/FMCG experience beneficial but not essential Strong Excel, PowerPoint and data analysis skills Organised with excellent attention to detail Commercially minded with strong communication skills Able to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment Keen to learn and develop within account management and FMCG sales Why Apply? Excellent development and progression opportunities Exposure to major UK retail and convenience customers Collaborative and supportive culture Fast-paced and commercially driven environment Opportunity to build a long-term career within FMCG If you re looking for an exciting opportunity to develop your commercial career within a growing food manufacturing business, we d love to hear from you. Apply directly or contact Talent Guardian for more information.

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.

Our client is a fast-growing cosmetics manufacturing business with an enviable reputation for quality, innovation, and partnership. They are proud to work with some of the most exciting brands in personal care, and as their business scales, so does the ambition behind their commercial team. This is a brand-new role, created because they ve grown. They need a commercially sharp, people-first leader to take day-to-day ownership of their account management function protecting what they ve built, and driving what comes next. If you're a B2B sales leader who thrives in technically complex, relationship-driven environments and you want a role where your impact will be immediate and visible, our client would love to hear from you. Why This Role, Why Now Our client has grown significantly and this role exists because of that success. You'll step in as the single point of accountability for revenue delivery across their customer base, leading a talented team and working hand-in-hand with the Commercial Director to shape how they go to market. You'll own the relationship with their top account, lead joint business planning across all key accounts, and build the operational rigour that lets their commercial team perform at its best. This is a high-profile, high-impact position with real scope to leave your mark. What You ll Be Doing Revenue and Account Management: Own the annual revenue target across all key and managed accounts, with full accountability for delivery and forecast accuracy. Act as the senior commercial relationship holder for our client s anchor account, working closely with the dedicated Senior AM. Lead joint business planning across key accounts commercially rigorous and aligned to their growth objectives. Identify and execute growth opportunities volume, range extension, NPD listings, and new categories. Set performance standards and escalation protocols for small accounts managed via the Inside Sales Executive. Pricing and Commercial Proposals: Own the commercial approval process for complex pricing proposals involving formulation and packaging variables. Develop robust, defensible pricing models that balance margin protection with competitive positioning. Ensure the team has the tools, templates, and capability to turn around accurate proposals within agreed timescales. Team Leadership and Development: Line manage and develop a team of five, setting clear objectives, running 1:1s, and building individual development plans. Foster a high-performance, customer-first culture with strong commercial acumen at its core. Recruit and onboard commercial talent as the business continues to grow. Commercial Operations and Insight Drive accurate CRM usage and pipeline reporting across the accounts and new business team. Deliver monthly revenue forecasts, account performance reports, and risk registers to the Commercial Director and board. Work cross-functionally with operations, finance, and R&D to ensure customer commitments are deliverable and margin is protected. What They re Looking For Essential Experience: Significant B2B sales leadership experience, ideally in FMCG, personal care, cosmetics, contract manufacturing, or adjacent sectors. A proven track record managing large, complex customer accounts and protecting high-value revenue relationships. Experience leading and developing commercial teams including Account Managers and sales support functions. Strong grasp of consultative, long-cycle sales (6 12 months) involving multiple stakeholders and technical variables. Commercial fluency in pricing, margin management, and proposal development comfortable challenging numbers and building business cases. Experience working cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, or R&D in a product manufacturing environment. Highly Desirable: Background in personal care, toiletries, or beauty an understanding of formulation and packaging complexity is a real advantage. Experience managing a customer representing a disproportionately large share of revenue. Exposure to NPD commercialisation briefing, costing, and negotiating new product listings with retail or brand customers. Familiarity with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot. Benefits: 37.5 hour week; Monday Friday; 8am to 4pm Company Bonus Scheme Quarterly Incentives Long service award Company pension Employee discount Free on-site parking

Redfox is delighted to be working with our client to appoint a National Account Manager . This is a standout opportunity to operate at the intersection of FMCG and horticulture, managing key customer relationships within a fast-paced, perishable supply chain environment. If you enjoy owning accounts, driving growth, and working closely with customers and product teams, then this is a role with real visibility and impact. The Opportunity As National Account Manager, you will take ownership of a portfolio of customer accounts, acting as the primary commercial interface between our client and its customers. You will play a key role in: Strengthening relationships Driving sales and margin growth Leading NPD submissions and category development You will work closely with internal teams across growing, production, supply chain and NPD, ensuring customer expectations are consistently met and exceeded. Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day relationships across assigned customer accounts Act as the main point of contact for all client queries and requirements Lead product submissions and support new retail opportunities alongside NPD Monitor sales performance, promotions and category data to drive decision-making Forecast demand and plan supply to meet seasonal peaks Lead range reviews and joint business planning sessions Coordinate product launches and promotional activity Ensure pricing accuracy, product availability and service levels Manage external grower relationships to ensure on-time, in-full delivery Added Value Take ownership of internal projects that directly impact account performance Engage with customers and suppliers both on-site and across locations What We Want to See from You We are looking for a commercially minded, relationship-driven professional who thrives in a fast-moving environment. You will bring: Strong account management experience within FMCG and/or perishable goods Excellent communication and relationship-building skills A results-driven mindset with strong commercial awareness The ability to analyse data and translate it into actionable insights Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively A collaborative approach, working cross-functionally with internal teams Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools Why this role stands out Work within a highly regarded UK horticultural business Operate in a sector combining FMCG pace with product authenticity Gain exposure to retail, supply chain, and product development Play a direct role in driving commercial growth Excellent package & benefits A genuinely exciting opportunity for someone looking to step into a broader, more influential account management role.

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.

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

Business Development Manager - New Product Development Location: Surrey (Frimley area) Sector: FMCG / Consumer Goods / Nutrition & Supplements Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 + generous benefits + Annual Bonus Hybrid: YES The Opportunity We are partnering with a fast-growing, product-led business operating within the FMCG, health, and consumer goods space, supporting the development and launch of innovative products for a wide range of clients. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a commercially minded Project Manager to take ownership of new client projects from concept through to delivery. This is a highly visible role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working at the intersection of product development, commercial decision-making, and client management. The Role You will act as the key point of contact during the development phase of new product launches, ensuring projects move efficiently from initial concept through to final sign-off. Key responsibilities include: Taking full ownership of multiple projects, managing them from concept through to launch Acting as the primary client contact throughout the development lifecycle Coordinating cross-functional teams across product development, packaging, and operations Managing timelines, costs, and deliverables to ensure commercial viability Supporting product development processes including briefing, sampling, and production trials Ensuring clear documentation and smooth handover to account management teams Contributing to commercial discussions including costings and margin considerations Keeping up to date with industry trends to support innovation and competitive positioning About You We're looking for someone with a strong blend of project delivery, commercial awareness and stakeholder management skills. You may currently be working in roles such as: Project Manager (NPD / FMCG / Product Development) Product Development Manager Innovation or Commercialisation Manager Account Manager within a product-led or manufacturing environment Sales Experience from any of the following sectors would be highly relevant: FMCG / Food & Beverage Beauty / Personal Care / Cosmetics Nutrition / Supplements / Health products Contract manufacturing or private label Key Requirements Proven experience managing projects from concept through to launch Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams Experience working in product-led or manufacturing environments Commercial awareness, including exposure to costings, budgets, or margins Confident communicator with experience managing client or stakeholder relationships Ability to work at pace and drive projects forward in a dynamic environment Why Apply? Opportunity to own and lead end-to-end product development projects Work in a growing, entrepreneurial business with strong market momentum High level of client exposure and influence on commercial outcomes Fast-paced, collaborative environment with genuine progression opportunities If you're looking to step into a role where you can combine project delivery, client interaction, and commercial impact, we'd love to hear from you. REF: INDSR

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced and driven NPD Manager to join a fast-paced and highly innovative food manufacturing business. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a customer-focused environment, enjoys leading teams and has a passion for delivering best-in-class products within a fast-moving market. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing the full product development lifecycle, leading projects from concept through to launch while ensuring timelines, quality standards and customer expectations are consistently met. Key Responsibilities - Take ownership of maintaining, developing and continuously improving the product development critical path. - Lead projects through all development stages, coordinating effectively with both internal and external stakeholders. - Prepare and present key documentation throughout the development process, leading critical handover meetings. - Manage projects with an agile and solutions-focused approach, adapting quickly to changes and challenges while meeting deadlines. - Lead, mentor and support the NPD team, ensuring workloads are effectively managed and performance standards are achieved. - Drive a high-performance culture across the department. - Build strong, trusted relationships with customers and key stakeholders. - Work closely with development and operational teams to ensure customer briefs are translated into commercially viable, high-quality products. - Maintain a hands-on approach and promote a collaborative team culture during busy periods. - Keep up to date with market trends and competitor activity to ensure product offerings remain innovative and competitive. - Conduct regular benchmarking and gap analysis activities to identify opportunities for improvement and growth. - Develop a strong understanding of products, ingredients and manufacturing processes to support efficient product development and customer engagement. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a senior NPD role within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, with strong project and critical path management skills. You will be a confident leader with the ability to manage and develop teams effectively, while also building strong customer relationships and presenting confidently at all levels. Commercially aware and highly organised, you will have a strong understanding of market trends and innovation, alongside the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. A proactive, hands-on approach and excellent communication skills are essential for success in this role. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and forward-thinking business where you can make a real impact and help shape future product innovation. For more information or to apply, please contact Danielle Bailey on (phone number removed) or on (url removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)

Hera Beauty Ltd is a fast-growing cosmetics manufacturing business with an enviable reputation for quality, innovation, and partnership. We're proud to work with some of the most exciting brands in personal care, and as our business scales, so does the ambition behind our commercial team. This is a brand-new role, created because we've grown. We need a commercially sharp, people-first leader to take day-to-day ownership of our account management function protecting what we've built, and driving what comes next. If you're a B2B sales leader who thrives in technically complex, relationship-driven environments and you want a role where your impact will be immediate and visible, we'd love to hear from you. Why This Role, Why Now Hera Beauty has grown significantly and this role exists because of that success. You'll step in as the single point of accountability for revenue delivery across our customer base, leading a talented team and working hand-in-hand with the Commercial Director to shape how we go to market. You'll own the relationship with our top account, lead joint business planning across all key accounts, and build the operational rigour that lets our commercial team perform at its best. This is a high-profile, high-impact position with real scope to leave your mark. What You ll Be Doing Revenue and Account Management: Own the annual revenue target across all key and managed accounts, with full accountability for delivery and forecast accuracy. Act as the senior commercial relationship holder for our anchor account, working closely with the dedicated Senior AM. Lead joint business planning across key accounts commercially rigorous and aligned to our growth objectives. Identify and execute growth opportunities volume, range extension, NPD listings, and new categories. Set performance standards and escalation protocols for small accounts managed via the Inside Sales Executive. Pricing and Commercial Proposals: Own the commercial approval process for complex pricing proposals involving formulation and packaging variables. Develop robust, defensible pricing models that balance margin protection with competitive positioning. Ensure the team has the tools, templates, and capability to turn around accurate proposals within agreed timescales. Team Leadership and Development: Line manage and develop a team of five, setting clear objectives, running 1:1s, and building individual development plans. Foster a high-performance, customer-first culture with strong commercial acumen at its core. Recruit and onboard commercial talent as the business continues to grow. Commercial Operations and Insight Drive accurate CRM usage and pipeline reporting across the accounts and new business team. Deliver monthly revenue forecasts, account performance reports, and risk registers to the Commercial Director and board. Work cross-functionally with operations, finance, and R&D to ensure customer commitments are deliverable and margin is protected. What We re Looking For Essential Experience: Significant B2B sales leadership experience, ideally in FMCG, personal care, cosmetics, contract manufacturing, or adjacent sectors. A proven track record managing large, complex customer accounts and protecting high-value revenue relationships. Experience leading and developing commercial teams including Account Managers and sales support functions. Strong grasp of consultative, long-cycle sales (6 12 months) involving multiple stakeholders and technical variables. Commercial fluency in pricing, margin management, and proposal development comfortable challenging numbers and building business cases. Experience working cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, or R&D in a product manufacturing environment. Highly Desirable: Background in personal care, toiletries, or beauty an understanding of formulation and packaging complexity is a real advantage. Experience managing a customer representing a disproportionately large share of revenue. Exposure to NPD commercialisation briefing, costing, and negotiating new product listings with retail or brand customers. Familiarity with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot. Benefits: 37.5 hour week; Monday Friday; 8am to 4pm Company Bonus Scheme Quarterly Incentives Long service award Company pension Employee discount Free on-site parking

Field Sales Manager You will be working for a well-established and highly respected manufacturer of high-quality, speciality products. The business has been expanding with more exciting growth plans in the pipeline, therefore this is an excellent time to join the team and progress with the company. About the Field Sales Manager job The purpose of your role will be to shape and drive the company s sales strategy at a senior level. You will help set sales targets, contribute to budgeting and commercial planning, and work closely with the founders to support business growth. The role also involves close collaboration with the marketing manager to ensure sales and marketing activities are aligned and delivering consistent results. Key tasks Take ownership of commercial performance across a combined portfolio within the independent and speciality retail sector, including farm shops, delis, health food retailers, speciality grocers and artisan distributors consistently driving sustainable growth while strengthening the market presence of company brands across the UK. Design and deliver a UK-wide sales strategy, including channel prioritisation, account segmentation and promotional planning within the existing pricing structures. Take responsibility for expanding the distributor network through targeted outreach and developing direct relationships with retailers where appropriate. Work closely with key accounts to create and deliver promotional calendars, range reviews and joint marketing initiatives that support commercial growth and brand visibility. Confidently represent the company s brands and leading awareness-building activity across the artisan, organic and speciality food sectors. Work closely with marketing, NPD and operations teams and ensure smooth supply, strong range relevance and consistent brand positioning. Contribute to sales budgeting and forecasting, providing regular reporting and performance analysis against agreed commercial targets. About You The successful candidate shall have a proven track record of sales growth with recognised brands in the artisan, speciality, organic or health retail sector. Well established existing relationships with UK independent retailers, distributors and wholesalers is highly desirable. Ability to design and execute a sales strategy to include ROI, budgeting, forecasting etc. More details The Field Sales Manager job (ref:9057) is paying £40,000 - £45,000 according to your experience. This is a home-based role, with visits to potential and existing clients. Two days per month is expected on site in Gloucestershire The package includes Bonus (based on YoY and individual performance), Company Car (electric) and 20 days holiday plus bank holidays. The working hours are Monday to Friday standard office hours. Alternate job titles - Food Manufacturing Commercial Jobs Sales Manager Commercial Manager Key Account Manager National Account Manager Food Industry Sales Jobs b3 jobs are market-leading recruiters specialising in the food and beverage manufacturing industry, both in the UK and internationally. Founded in May 2000, we are proud of our reputation for being reliable, knowledgeable and resourceful - with our unique blend of honest and professional work ethics. If this role isn t quite what you re looking for feel free to register with us Upload Your CV - Food Manufacturing Jobs in the UK. On applying for this job, you consent to b3 jobs ltd holding your details on file to contact you about your job search. For full details of our GDPR policy, please refer to the b3 jobs website.

COMMERCIAL FINANCE MANAGER - FAST GROWTH FMCG - £65-75K + BENEFITS Your new company Are you looking to join a fast-growing, ambitious business with a clear growth agenda across the UK and international markets? This organisation is strengthening its finance team with the appointment of a Commercial Finance Manager to play a pivotal role in supporting strategic decision-making and driving profitable growth.This is a broad, high-impact position offering ownership of the full commercial finance agenda, including business partnering, profitability and growth analysis, forecasting, and strategic insight. The business is keen to speak with candidates who bring strong commercial finance experience, ideally from an FMCG, retail or consumer goods environment. Your New Role Reporting directly to the CFO, you will act as a key commercial partner to the wider business. Your responsibilities will include: Partnering closely with Sales, Marketing and Supply Chain to provide insightful, value-adding commercial support Leading the budgeting, forecasting and rolling forecast process, including detailed volume, price, mix and margin analysis Owning P&L performance, with a focus on gross margin optimisation, net revenue and cost control Driving pricing, promotions and trade spend analysis, ensuring return on investment is clearly understood and optimised Delivering robust commercial modelling and scenario analysis to support strategic initiatives and NPD Acting as the finance lead for customer and channel profitability analysis Constructively challenging stakeholders to improve commercial performance and decision-making Developing clear, actionable management reporting for senior leadership Identifying key risks and opportunities, translating data into practical commercial recommendations This role offers genuine ownership and visibility, with the opportunity to shape how commercial insight is used across the organisation. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified finance professional (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with proven experience in a commercial finance role, ideally within FMCG, consumer goods or retail. You'll be a confident, credible business partner who enjoys operating in a hands-on, sole-charge commercial finance role and influencing senior stakeholders. What you'll get in return You'll receive a competitive salary of £60,000 - £75,000 (DOE) alongside a strong benefits package. You'll work with an impressive leadership team and play a key role in an exciting and clearly defined growth journey. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Business Development Executive Food Manufacturing - B2B Commercial Growth - Customer Development Berkshire / Hybrid Working c 45-50,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Exceptional Long-Term Opportunity A highly respected and commercially ambitious UK food manufacturing business is seeking an exceptional Business Development Executive to help drive the next phase of growth across its evolving B2B commercial function. This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing organisation supplying into complex food manufacturing environments and to play a genuinely influential role in developing new customer relationships, identifying growth opportunities and strengthening long-term commercial partnerships across the sector. Importantly, this is not a traditional account management role it is a new business development role. The organisation already possesses strong manufacturing capability, established customer relationships, respected operational infrastructure and significant technical expertise. What it is now looking to strengthen is its proactive commercial growth capability, somebody capable of identifying opportunities, understanding customer challenges, developing relationships and helping convert prospects into profitable long-term partnerships. The role has been specifically created to bring greater external focus, customer development, market intelligence and new business capability into an evolving B2B commercial function. For the right individual, this represents an exceptional opportunity to gain broad commercial exposure within a collaborative and fast-paced food manufacturing environment whilst building a long-term career within a commercially ambitious business. The Opportunity Operating within the B2B commercial team, you will focus on identifying and developing new commercial opportunities, building relationships with prospective manufacturing and food service customers, understanding market gaps and customer challenges, supporting commercially compelling proposals and helping convert opportunities into profitable long-term business relationships. You will work closely across Commercial, NPD, Technical, Finance, Purchasing, Planning and Operations to ensure opportunities are commercially viable, operationally deliverable and strategically aligned. This is a highly cross-functional commercial role requiring somebody who enjoys understanding how manufacturing businesses operate, where commercial opportunities exist and how long-term customer relationships are developed. You will spend significant time externally engaging with customers and prospects, understanding their businesses, identifying opportunities and developing strong commercial relationships across the market. The role combines elements of business development, customer engagement, commercial analysis, onboarding support, market insight generation, strategic relationship building and customer growth development. This opportunity would suit somebody who enjoys being externally visible, commercially curious and proactive in identifying opportunities rather than operating purely within a reactive or heavily account-administration-led environment. The Type Of Individual Likely To Succeed The successful individual is likely to be ambitious, commercially curious and motivated by the idea of building long-term customer relationships within a complex manufacturing environment. You will enjoy understanding how businesses operate, identifying gaps and opportunities, asking intelligent commercial questions and developing relationships across multiple stakeholders. This role is unlikely to suit somebody who prefers purely desk-based account administration or heavily process-led commercial support work. Instead, the organisation is looking for somebody who enjoys engaging customers directly, is comfortable operating externally, demonstrates strong commercial instinct and naturally builds credibility and trust with others. The business is particularly interested in individuals who combine energy, resilience, commercial curiosity, relationship-building capability, strong organisational skills and genuine ambition to develop their commercial career further. Equally important will be the ability to work collaboratively across functions including NPD, Technical, Finance, Operations and Planning. This is a role sitting at the intersection of customer development and operational delivery, meaning strong internal collaboration is just as important as external commercial capability. Background & Experience We are particularly interested in speaking with individuals currently operating within food manufacturing, ingredients, flavourings, seasonings, beverage manufacturing, foodservice manufacturing, B2B FMCG or wider manufacturing-led commercial environments. You may currently be working as a Commercial Executive, Sales Executive, Customer Executive, Business Development Executive, Customer Development Executive, Junior Commercial Manager or within another commercially customer-facing environment. Experience engaging with or selling into manufacturing customers would be highly advantageous, particularly within complex food manufacturing or B2B environments. Candidates with exposure to customer development, commercial proposals, manufacturing relationships, NPD collaboration, margin-focused commercial thinking and consultative customer engagement are likely to be particularly well suited. Academic & Development Background The organisation is particularly interested in individuals who have built strong commercial foundations early in their career. This may include degree education, formal commercial graduate training schemes, structured FMCG commercial development programmes or broader customer-facing commercial training within manufacturing-led businesses. The successful individual is likely to demonstrate strong commercial acumen, excellent numeracy including expertise in Excel an analytical capability and the intellectual curiosity to understand both the commercial and operational drivers behind customer relationships. Exposure to areas such as negotiation, customer presentations, commercial analysis, product portfolio management, project coordination or broader commercial planning would all be viewed positively. Why This Opportunity Stands Out This opportunity offers the chance to join a business that combines genuine manufacturing capability, established customer relationships, operational agility, collaborative leadership and strong long-term commercial ambition. Unlike larger corporate environments, this role offers broad commercial exposure, visibility across the organisation, close collaboration with senior stakeholders and the opportunity to make a genuine impact within an evolving B2B function. The organisation is looking for somebody capable of growing with the role over time and sees this as an important long-term commercial hire rather than simply a short-term vacancy fill. As the B2B channel continues to evolve, there is genuine opportunity for increased exposure, responsibility and long-term career development.

Product Development Technologist (potential for senior title!) Reporting to: NPD Manager Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Salary: 30 - 40k About the Role I am working with a business who are looking for a passionate and driven Product Development Technologist to join the NPD team. This is an exciting opportunity to support both new and existing product development projects. This role is ideal for someone with prior experience in product development or a recent graduate eager to begin their career in the food industry. We're looking for a true foodie with creativity, enthusiasm, and a collaborative mindset. Key Responsibilities Support the NPD Manager across all new and existing product development projects Assist in recipe development using recipe sheets and raw materials, producing samples for customers Conduct taste panel trials for both new and existing products Liaise with suppliers to source new raw materials, manage costings, and maintain accurate ingredient specifications Prepare and deliver customer samples on time, including all supporting documentation and preliminary specifications Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives Ensure compliance with BRC and HACCP standards during all NPD activities Organise and participate in factory trials, supporting timely and efficient product launches Communicate trial outcomes and next steps (e.g. product, packaging, or process changes) to relevant stakeholders Accurately complete all NPD documentation, including trial reports, sensory evaluations, shelf-life reviews, and recipe mix sheets Key Skills & Experience A qualification in a Food-related subject (College or University level) A passion for food innovation with a natural creative flair Strong interest in new ingredients and food trends Excellent communication, organisation, and attention to detail Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) Kitchen or food production experience is desirable Full UK Driving Licence Benefits Opportunities for internal progression 28 days holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata) Full training provided, including Level 2 Food Health & Safety certification

Business Development Manager - B2B Food Manufacturing Location: UK (Travel required) Job Type: Full-time Salary: Competitive base salary plus performance-related commission/bonus We are seeking a driven and commercially astute Business Development Manager to spearhead growth across our value-added component supply division, specialising in sachets and dip pots for a broad range of industrial and B2B food manufacturing clients. This hands-on, hunter-style role is perfect for someone who thrives on opening doors, building relationships, and converting opportunities into long-term partnerships. Day-to-day of the role: Identify, target, and win new B2B accounts across the food manufacturing sector, focusing on value-added sachet and dip pot supply. Develop and execute a structured business development plan to grow revenue across primary and secondary channels. Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified opportunities, managing the full sales cycle from prospecting through to contract negotiation and onboarding. Establish and nurture strong relationships with procurement, technical, and NPD teams within target customers. Collaborate with internal operations, NPD, and quality teams to deliver tailored solutions that meet customer specifications and regulatory requirements. Provide market intelligence on customer trends, competitor activity, and new product opportunities. Represent the business at trade shows, industry events, and customer meetings. Report on pipeline activity, forecasts, and commercial performance against targets. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven track record in B2B business development or sales management within the food manufacturing or food ingredients sector. An established network of contacts within ready meal, salad, seafood, meat, vegetable processing, or meal kit businesses. Strong understanding of the technical demands of supplying into food manufacturing environments, including specifications, food safety standards, and regulatory compliance. Experience managing the full sales cycle, from lead generation and cold outreach through to contract closure and account growth. Commercially sharp, with the ability to negotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreements. Self-starter who works proactively and independently, comfortable operating with minimal supervision. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to engage at all levels from buyer to board. Willingness to travel to customer sites and industry events as required. Full UK driving licence. Benefits: Competitive base salary plus performance-related commission/bonus. Opportunity to shape and grow a key commercial function within a well-established food manufacturer. Autonomy and ownership - this is a role where initiative is rewarded. Supportive team environment with direct access to senior leadership.

Quality Auditor (FTC- Mat cover) Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contributions , Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Bourne, Lincolnshire, PE10 0AT Ways of Working: Site based Hours of work: 4 on 4 off / 6am - 6pm Contract Type: Fixed Term 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. This role is based in Bourne at a site specialising in the preparation of fruit, leafy salads, and stir-fry mixes. The site employs over 1,200 people and is conveniently located just 16 miles from Peterborough and 12 miles from Spalding. 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.

Our highly regarded and growing client is looking to add a Product Manager to their well-established & International Product Management team. If you are a Product Manager, Product or Technical Engineer/Support waiting to be re challenged then this role could be ideal for you! Especially, if you pride yourself on your ability to be able to interpret and present technical product information. Job Title: Category Manager Location: Warwick Salary: Competitive - to be fully disclosed by the recruiter + Bonus Hours: Flexible start and finish times & Hybrid 1 day per week Benefits: 25 days holiday, attractive company bonus scheme, flexible working, yearly salary reviews etc. Category Manager key responsibilities Developing and executing the product strategy, implementing the category roadmap. Effectively working towards a group sales strategy utilising sales analytics and data to allow for a more proactive approach. Completion and presentation of regular category reviews, analysing performance against previous targets and identifying opportunity to close performance gaps. Managing the product portfolio, focusing on new product introduction, through cradle-to-grave process and managing excess and obsolete products, gap analysis and duplication's. Developing products based on market research and cross functional collaboration. Ensuring correct pricing, product features and benefits and photography in marketing activities. Leading NPD projects, defining specifications, and presenting documentation to senior management. Providing technical products support to other key business areas. Supporting other Product Managers within the team as and when required. Desirable Current/previous experience as a Product Manager, Category Manager, Category Assistant or similar Exposure to the Manufacturing, Utilities, Construction, Engineering industries Technical mindset, ability to understand legislation Knowledge of product standards/ highly regulated products Physical experience in bringing products to market Strategic ability to analyse and work effectively Excellent communication skills

NPD Manager This NPD role works across the full spectrum from concept to launch, working with commercial and category teams and contributing to both own-label and branded development. It s a great platform if you are looking to develop your NPD career and want more autonomy driving new product concepts. Reporting to the Head of Development, you will have fantastic support from both NPD and the Category teams to help you grow and develop in the role. This is a site-based role offering one days WFH per week. Are you a development technologist looking for the next stage in your career to NPD Manager? This role is ideal, with plenty of scope to grow your development skill set in terms of the mentoring opportunities and the experienced team to work alongside. The Business : A business with a portfolio of quality food products Agile and decisive Strong reputation in their product ranges Robust supply chain Standout position due to customer service and quality Constantly driving innovation in their market category What does your development background need to look like for this NPD Manager role? Experience in product development in the food industry. Experience managing the product life cycle from concept to launch in deadline-driven environments. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think laterally to overcome obstacles. A real love of food and the industry. Experience working in manufacturing within retail food production environments. A confident, enthusiastic individual able to engage with peers and stakeholders at all levels. A passion for product development and the ability to keep project plans up to date. Able to manage the critical path and collaborate with other functions to deliver to deadlines. An organised individual who can coordinate multi-stakeholder projects. Please get in touch with us to learn more about this opportunity interviews to be scheduled before the end of May. We work around your hours, so arranging a discreet discussion to explore this role couldn t be easier. Please send your CV to Colette, mentioning the title NPD Manager, in the Novus team to start the process.