Job Title: Executive Assistant to Head of Sales Salary: Up to 35,000 Location: Nottingham Role Overview The Executive Assistant to the Head of Sales provides high-level administrative, organisational, and operational support to enable the effective running of the Sales function. The role requires strong commercial awareness, exceptional organisation, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Acting as a trusted partner, the Executive Assistant ensures the Head of Sales can focus on strategic objectives and business growth. Key Responsibilities Executive Support Provide proactive, confidential, and efficient executive support to the Head of Sales Manage complex diaries, scheduling meetings, internal reviews, and external appointments Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the Head of Sales Prepare agendas, presentations, reports, and briefing documents Take accurate meeting minutes and track actions to completion Sales Operations & Coordination Support sales planning activities, including forecasting meetings, pipeline reviews, and performance updates Collate and analyse sales data, KPIs, and reports for leadership review Coordinate sales leadership meetings, off-sites, and quarterly business reviews Assist with CRM updates, reporting accuracy, and data integrity Stakeholder Management Liaise with senior leaders, customers, and external partners professionally and confidently Coordinate communication between sales, marketing, finance, operations, and other departments Support onboarding of new senior sales team members Project & Process Support Assist with sales-related projects, initiatives, and process improvements Track deadlines, milestones, and deliverables across key sales initiatives Identify opportunities to improve administrative and reporting processes Administrative & Operational Duties Manage travel arrangements, expenses, and invoices Maintain organised digital and physical filing systems Support budget tracking and cost control activities Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, or Senior Administrator supporting senior leadership Strong organisational and time-management skills with exceptional attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively, and manage competing demands High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity Strong Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Desirable Experience supporting a Sales Director or commercial leadership team Understanding of sales processes, CRM systems, and sales reporting Experience working in a fast-paced, commercial environment INDAB
May 20, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Executive Assistant to Head of Sales Salary: Up to 35,000 Location: Nottingham Role Overview The Executive Assistant to the Head of Sales provides high-level administrative, organisational, and operational support to enable the effective running of the Sales function. The role requires strong commercial awareness, exceptional organisation, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Acting as a trusted partner, the Executive Assistant ensures the Head of Sales can focus on strategic objectives and business growth. Key Responsibilities Executive Support Provide proactive, confidential, and efficient executive support to the Head of Sales Manage complex diaries, scheduling meetings, internal reviews, and external appointments Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the Head of Sales Prepare agendas, presentations, reports, and briefing documents Take accurate meeting minutes and track actions to completion Sales Operations & Coordination Support sales planning activities, including forecasting meetings, pipeline reviews, and performance updates Collate and analyse sales data, KPIs, and reports for leadership review Coordinate sales leadership meetings, off-sites, and quarterly business reviews Assist with CRM updates, reporting accuracy, and data integrity Stakeholder Management Liaise with senior leaders, customers, and external partners professionally and confidently Coordinate communication between sales, marketing, finance, operations, and other departments Support onboarding of new senior sales team members Project & Process Support Assist with sales-related projects, initiatives, and process improvements Track deadlines, milestones, and deliverables across key sales initiatives Identify opportunities to improve administrative and reporting processes Administrative & Operational Duties Manage travel arrangements, expenses, and invoices Maintain organised digital and physical filing systems Support budget tracking and cost control activities Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, or Senior Administrator supporting senior leadership Strong organisational and time-management skills with exceptional attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively, and manage competing demands High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity Strong Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Desirable Experience supporting a Sales Director or commercial leadership team Understanding of sales processes, CRM systems, and sales reporting Experience working in a fast-paced, commercial environment INDAB
Do you want a role that blends new business, account growth, and relationship building? Do you have the confidence to pick up the phone and turn leads into long-term customers? Our client is looking to recruit an Internal Sales Executive to join a small, supportive, and evolving team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive sales professional who enjoys building relationships, developing opportunities, and being involved in the full sales cycle. Responsibilities within the team have recently been realigned, creating a more forward-thinking and proactive sales environment. You will work closely with account management and marketing, supporting both new business generation and key account growth. Duties will include: Proactively reach out to prospects, qualify leads, and generate new business opportunities Act as a first point of contact for enquiries, preparing and following up on quotes to maximise conversion Build and develop strong relationships with existing and repeat customers Support retention of key clients while uncovering new revenue opportunities Maintain and manage a pipeline of sales opportunities through to order/sample stage Keep CRM records accurate and up to date, tracking enquiries, quotes, and interactions Collaborate closely with internal teams including account management, marketing, and operations Re-engage dormant customers and follow up on marketing-generated leads This role would suit someone with previous experience in an internal sales, customer-facing or proactive sales role, who is confident using the phone to build relationships and drive business. You will have a proactive, self-motivated mindset with a strong commercial focus, along with the ability to identify opportunities and manage them through to conversion. Strong organisational skills and a high level of attention to detail are also essential to succeed in this role. Please note that own transport is required due to the location of the role. For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Adecco Aylesbury or apply via this website. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
May 20, 2026
Full time
Do you want a role that blends new business, account growth, and relationship building? Do you have the confidence to pick up the phone and turn leads into long-term customers? Our client is looking to recruit an Internal Sales Executive to join a small, supportive, and evolving team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive sales professional who enjoys building relationships, developing opportunities, and being involved in the full sales cycle. Responsibilities within the team have recently been realigned, creating a more forward-thinking and proactive sales environment. You will work closely with account management and marketing, supporting both new business generation and key account growth. Duties will include: Proactively reach out to prospects, qualify leads, and generate new business opportunities Act as a first point of contact for enquiries, preparing and following up on quotes to maximise conversion Build and develop strong relationships with existing and repeat customers Support retention of key clients while uncovering new revenue opportunities Maintain and manage a pipeline of sales opportunities through to order/sample stage Keep CRM records accurate and up to date, tracking enquiries, quotes, and interactions Collaborate closely with internal teams including account management, marketing, and operations Re-engage dormant customers and follow up on marketing-generated leads This role would suit someone with previous experience in an internal sales, customer-facing or proactive sales role, who is confident using the phone to build relationships and drive business. You will have a proactive, self-motivated mindset with a strong commercial focus, along with the ability to identify opportunities and manage them through to conversion. Strong organisational skills and a high level of attention to detail are also essential to succeed in this role. Please note that own transport is required due to the location of the role. For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Adecco Aylesbury or apply via this website. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Business Development Executive Welham Green Our client is seeking a commercially minded individual to take ownership of their stock gears and distribution business, and develop it into a structured, growing standalone part of the company. The stock gears and distribution business currently operates through a mix of subcontract manufacture and distribution supply. The ambition is to professionalise and grow the business through improved product positioning, stronger supplier relationships, enhanced catalogue and web shop capability, and proactive customer development. This role is hands-on and operational but with clear commercial ownership and the opportunity to shape how the business evolves over the next three years and beyond. Role Purpose To manage and develop the business as a standalone business unit, improving day-to-day operations while building a stronger commercial, product, and channel strategy to support growth. Key Responsibilities Business ownership: Take day-to-day responsibility for enquiries, orders, suppliers, and delivery. Improve internal processes, ERP data quality, and operational flow. Coordinate subcontract and distribution activity. Customer and supplier relationships: Act as primary contact for customers. Develop strong supplier and distributor relationships. Support sales into both existing customers and new markets. Product and proposition development: Review and refine the product and catalogue offering. Identify opportunities to improve positioning and competitiveness. Support development of a future web shop and digital sales capability. Commercial growth: Improve conversion from enquiry to order. Support pricing and margin discipline. Identify new opportunities, channels, and repeat customers. Contribute to the business s growth strategy. Future business development: Help shape the business into a structured business unit. Influence sourcing, stock, and product direction. Grow into broader commercial responsibility over time. What They re Looking For Essential: Experience in engineering, industrial products, or technical distribution. Background in technical sales, internal sales, product coordination, or similar. Commercial awareness and interest in growing a product-based business. Confident working with both customers and suppliers. Strong organisational and problem-solving skills. ERP / MRP and Microsoft Office experience. Desirable: Exposure to gears, power transmission, or mechanical components. Experience with catalogue products or distribution models. Involvement in pricing, sourcing, or product range development. Personal attributes: Takes ownership and responsibility. Commercially curious. Practical and solutions focused. Comfortable working across teams. Motivated by building and improving something over time. The Opportunity The stock gears and distribution business is currently a small but important part of our client, with clear growth potential. The goal is to grow the business into a £1m+ revenue stream within the next three years through stronger commercial focus, improved product positioning, and development of digital and distribution channels. This role offers the opportunity to shape and lead that journey and develop into a broader business leadership position.
May 20, 2026
Full time
Business Development Executive Welham Green Our client is seeking a commercially minded individual to take ownership of their stock gears and distribution business, and develop it into a structured, growing standalone part of the company. The stock gears and distribution business currently operates through a mix of subcontract manufacture and distribution supply. The ambition is to professionalise and grow the business through improved product positioning, stronger supplier relationships, enhanced catalogue and web shop capability, and proactive customer development. This role is hands-on and operational but with clear commercial ownership and the opportunity to shape how the business evolves over the next three years and beyond. Role Purpose To manage and develop the business as a standalone business unit, improving day-to-day operations while building a stronger commercial, product, and channel strategy to support growth. Key Responsibilities Business ownership: Take day-to-day responsibility for enquiries, orders, suppliers, and delivery. Improve internal processes, ERP data quality, and operational flow. Coordinate subcontract and distribution activity. Customer and supplier relationships: Act as primary contact for customers. Develop strong supplier and distributor relationships. Support sales into both existing customers and new markets. Product and proposition development: Review and refine the product and catalogue offering. Identify opportunities to improve positioning and competitiveness. Support development of a future web shop and digital sales capability. Commercial growth: Improve conversion from enquiry to order. Support pricing and margin discipline. Identify new opportunities, channels, and repeat customers. Contribute to the business s growth strategy. Future business development: Help shape the business into a structured business unit. Influence sourcing, stock, and product direction. Grow into broader commercial responsibility over time. What They re Looking For Essential: Experience in engineering, industrial products, or technical distribution. Background in technical sales, internal sales, product coordination, or similar. Commercial awareness and interest in growing a product-based business. Confident working with both customers and suppliers. Strong organisational and problem-solving skills. ERP / MRP and Microsoft Office experience. Desirable: Exposure to gears, power transmission, or mechanical components. Experience with catalogue products or distribution models. Involvement in pricing, sourcing, or product range development. Personal attributes: Takes ownership and responsibility. Commercially curious. Practical and solutions focused. Comfortable working across teams. Motivated by building and improving something over time. The Opportunity The stock gears and distribution business is currently a small but important part of our client, with clear growth potential. The goal is to grow the business into a £1m+ revenue stream within the next three years through stronger commercial focus, improved product positioning, and development of digital and distribution channels. This role offers the opportunity to shape and lead that journey and develop into a broader business leadership position.
Business Development and Operations Manager We are looking for a Business Development Manager with great people management skills who is eager for an exciting opportunity to advance your career within an established social enterprise? You will oversee the charity s trading division, drive enterprise business development and sales growth, manage the distribution and sales of white goods and beds and ensure strategic alignment. Position: Business Development and Operations Manager Location: Leicester/hybrid and site based Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week) Salary: £35,000 Contract: Permanent Benefits: Competitive salary, 32 days annual leave (pro rata for part time roles) including Bank Holidays, pension scheme Closing Date: 28th May 2026 Interview Date: W/C 8th June 2026 The Role We are looking for a Business Development and Operations Manager to support the strategic aims of the charity and the Chief Executive Officer. You will partner and collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to develop and implement trading arm strategies, business development, and policies to ensure alignment of trading operations with the charity's mission, vision, and values. About You We are looking for someone with proven experience in business development and experience of managing operations. You will have: Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills. A proven ability to identify and pursue new business opportunities. Experience of managing budgets, targets and financial reporting. A strong team working ethic, able to motivate and inspire staff, encouraging knowledge sharing and peer support. Commercial awareness and financial literacy to manage budgets, targets and financial reporting. An excellent standard of IT including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or equivalent) The ability to network and liaise effectively with individuals and agencies in the private, public and voluntary sectors, and governmental departments. The ability to achieve targets and work to tight deadlines. The ability to work flexibly. We are looking for someone with a commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion within the workplace and a full driving license, access to own transport and willingness to travel regionally. If you are a strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans, then apply today! About the Organisation The charity believes that everyone deserves a decent standard of living, with a right to adequate food, shelter and the means to keep warm, clean and rested no matter what difficulty they may be facing. We help to make a difference by finding funding to provide the essential items that everyone deserves. As an equal opportunity employer, we would particularly welcome applications from people with an ethnic minority background or those with a disability, as the team are currently underrepresented in their workforce. You may also have experience in areas such as Business Development, Trading, Dispatch, Goods, Product, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Commercial Manager, Dispatch Manager, Goods Manager, Product Manager, Operations Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Procurement Manager, Logistics Manager.
May 20, 2026
Full time
Business Development and Operations Manager We are looking for a Business Development Manager with great people management skills who is eager for an exciting opportunity to advance your career within an established social enterprise? You will oversee the charity s trading division, drive enterprise business development and sales growth, manage the distribution and sales of white goods and beds and ensure strategic alignment. Position: Business Development and Operations Manager Location: Leicester/hybrid and site based Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week) Salary: £35,000 Contract: Permanent Benefits: Competitive salary, 32 days annual leave (pro rata for part time roles) including Bank Holidays, pension scheme Closing Date: 28th May 2026 Interview Date: W/C 8th June 2026 The Role We are looking for a Business Development and Operations Manager to support the strategic aims of the charity and the Chief Executive Officer. You will partner and collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to develop and implement trading arm strategies, business development, and policies to ensure alignment of trading operations with the charity's mission, vision, and values. About You We are looking for someone with proven experience in business development and experience of managing operations. You will have: Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills. A proven ability to identify and pursue new business opportunities. Experience of managing budgets, targets and financial reporting. A strong team working ethic, able to motivate and inspire staff, encouraging knowledge sharing and peer support. Commercial awareness and financial literacy to manage budgets, targets and financial reporting. An excellent standard of IT including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or equivalent) The ability to network and liaise effectively with individuals and agencies in the private, public and voluntary sectors, and governmental departments. The ability to achieve targets and work to tight deadlines. The ability to work flexibly. We are looking for someone with a commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion within the workplace and a full driving license, access to own transport and willingness to travel regionally. If you are a strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans, then apply today! About the Organisation The charity believes that everyone deserves a decent standard of living, with a right to adequate food, shelter and the means to keep warm, clean and rested no matter what difficulty they may be facing. We help to make a difference by finding funding to provide the essential items that everyone deserves. As an equal opportunity employer, we would particularly welcome applications from people with an ethnic minority background or those with a disability, as the team are currently underrepresented in their workforce. You may also have experience in areas such as Business Development, Trading, Dispatch, Goods, Product, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Commercial Manager, Dispatch Manager, Goods Manager, Product Manager, Operations Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Procurement Manager, Logistics Manager.
Regional Sales Director - Used Car Supermarket Group Location: North of England / Multi-Site Regional Role Territory: Up to 4 dealership sites Working Hours: Monday to Friday Salary: 85,000 - 100,000 Basic 135,000 - 150,000 OTE + Company Car + Executive Benefits Our client is one of the UK's leading used car supermarket groups, operating high-volume retail sites and delivering a customer-focused approach across the automotive sector. Due to continued growth and expansion, they are now seeking an experienced Regional Sales Director to oversee and drive performance across multiple sites in the North of England. The Role As Regional Sales Director, you will take full responsibility for the commercial and operational success of up to four dealership locations across the region, overseeing a workforce of approximately 300 staff. Reporting into senior leadership, you will lead dealership management teams, drive sales and profitability, elevate retail standards, and embed a strong customer service culture across all locations. This role requires a highly analytical and commercially astute leader who can use data, performance metrics, and operational insight to improve results while maintaining exceptional customer experience standards and consistent retail presentation across the region. Key Responsibilities Lead and support General Managers and senior leadership teams across up to four dealership sites Oversee and inspire a workforce of circa 300 employees across the region Deliver regional sales, profitability, and finance performance targets Analyse operational and commercial data to identify performance trends and improvement opportunities Drive exceptional retail standards and ensure consistency across all sites Champion a customer-first culture focused on service excellence and customer satisfaction Improve conversion rates, finance penetration, stock turn, and operational efficiencies Ensure all dealerships operate in line with company processes, FCA regulations, and compliance standards Develop and implement regional strategies aligned with company objectives and growth plans Build a high-performance culture through coaching, mentoring, accountability, and leadership development Work closely with finance, operations, marketing, and compliance departments to maximise business performance Support recruitment, succession planning, and talent development initiatives Candidate Requirements Previous experience in a Regional Sales Director, Group Sales Director, Head of Sales, or senior multi-site automotive leadership role Strong background within the motor retail industry, ideally within used car supermarkets or high-volume automotive retail Proven experience managing multiple dealership locations and large teams Demonstrable success in driving sales growth, operational performance, and customer satisfaction Highly analytical with strong commercial and operational insight Passionate about retail standards, customer journey, and service culture Strong leadership, coaching, and people development skills Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment Results-driven with a hands-on leadership style Full UK driving licence required What's on Offer 85,000 - 100,000 basic salary Realistic 135,000 - 150,000 OTE Company car Executive benefits package Monday to Friday working pattern Opportunity to join one of the UK's leading used car supermarket operators Dynamic, fast-paced leadership environment with genuine career progression opportunities Apply If you are an ambitious automotive leader with multi-site experience and a passion for delivering outstanding commercial results, customer service excellence, and operational standards, we would love to hear from you.
May 20, 2026
Full time
Regional Sales Director - Used Car Supermarket Group Location: North of England / Multi-Site Regional Role Territory: Up to 4 dealership sites Working Hours: Monday to Friday Salary: 85,000 - 100,000 Basic 135,000 - 150,000 OTE + Company Car + Executive Benefits Our client is one of the UK's leading used car supermarket groups, operating high-volume retail sites and delivering a customer-focused approach across the automotive sector. Due to continued growth and expansion, they are now seeking an experienced Regional Sales Director to oversee and drive performance across multiple sites in the North of England. The Role As Regional Sales Director, you will take full responsibility for the commercial and operational success of up to four dealership locations across the region, overseeing a workforce of approximately 300 staff. Reporting into senior leadership, you will lead dealership management teams, drive sales and profitability, elevate retail standards, and embed a strong customer service culture across all locations. This role requires a highly analytical and commercially astute leader who can use data, performance metrics, and operational insight to improve results while maintaining exceptional customer experience standards and consistent retail presentation across the region. Key Responsibilities Lead and support General Managers and senior leadership teams across up to four dealership sites Oversee and inspire a workforce of circa 300 employees across the region Deliver regional sales, profitability, and finance performance targets Analyse operational and commercial data to identify performance trends and improvement opportunities Drive exceptional retail standards and ensure consistency across all sites Champion a customer-first culture focused on service excellence and customer satisfaction Improve conversion rates, finance penetration, stock turn, and operational efficiencies Ensure all dealerships operate in line with company processes, FCA regulations, and compliance standards Develop and implement regional strategies aligned with company objectives and growth plans Build a high-performance culture through coaching, mentoring, accountability, and leadership development Work closely with finance, operations, marketing, and compliance departments to maximise business performance Support recruitment, succession planning, and talent development initiatives Candidate Requirements Previous experience in a Regional Sales Director, Group Sales Director, Head of Sales, or senior multi-site automotive leadership role Strong background within the motor retail industry, ideally within used car supermarkets or high-volume automotive retail Proven experience managing multiple dealership locations and large teams Demonstrable success in driving sales growth, operational performance, and customer satisfaction Highly analytical with strong commercial and operational insight Passionate about retail standards, customer journey, and service culture Strong leadership, coaching, and people development skills Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment Results-driven with a hands-on leadership style Full UK driving licence required What's on Offer 85,000 - 100,000 basic salary Realistic 135,000 - 150,000 OTE Company car Executive benefits package Monday to Friday working pattern Opportunity to join one of the UK's leading used car supermarket operators Dynamic, fast-paced leadership environment with genuine career progression opportunities Apply If you are an ambitious automotive leader with multi-site experience and a passion for delivering outstanding commercial results, customer service excellence, and operational standards, we would love to hear from you.
Calling all Internal Sales Executives. Do you thrive on building relationships and closing deals in a B2B environment? Are you looking for a role where your initiative, communication skills, and results really matter? If so, this could be the perfect role for you! About the Role: Our client, a growing company in the construction, civil engineering, and plant hire sector, is looking for a commercially minded, self-motivated Internal Sales Executive to join their team. This is a hands-on role combining proactive sales with operational support, helping to grow the customer base and increase sales revenue. Benefits: Location: Stratford-upon-Avon (Office-based) Salary: Salary between 30,000 - 40,000 Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm Key Responsibilities: Generate and convert new leads in target sectors (construction, infrastructure, plant hire) Prepare and send quotes, proposals, and agreements Qualify opportunities and contact prospects via phone, email, and LinkedIn Maintain CRM with activity, feedback, and pipeline forecasts Follow up leads and close deals to meet targets Support marketing initiatives, including email campaigns and lead generation projects Work with internal teams to ensure excellent customer service and delivery Provide holiday cover for the sales and operations team, including admin, order processing, invoicing, and liaising with yard/logistics staff Requirements: Proven experience in sales, business development, or account management (B2B essential) Experience in the construction or plant hire sector highly desirable Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Confidence in outbound sales, cold calling, and lead follow-up Self-motivated, organised, and results-driven Proactive, flexible attitude with willingness to assist across the business Experience with LinkedIn, Mailchimp, Excel, and CRM platforms (Sage desirable) If this sounds like you, please apply today!
May 20, 2026
Full time
Calling all Internal Sales Executives. Do you thrive on building relationships and closing deals in a B2B environment? Are you looking for a role where your initiative, communication skills, and results really matter? If so, this could be the perfect role for you! About the Role: Our client, a growing company in the construction, civil engineering, and plant hire sector, is looking for a commercially minded, self-motivated Internal Sales Executive to join their team. This is a hands-on role combining proactive sales with operational support, helping to grow the customer base and increase sales revenue. Benefits: Location: Stratford-upon-Avon (Office-based) Salary: Salary between 30,000 - 40,000 Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm Key Responsibilities: Generate and convert new leads in target sectors (construction, infrastructure, plant hire) Prepare and send quotes, proposals, and agreements Qualify opportunities and contact prospects via phone, email, and LinkedIn Maintain CRM with activity, feedback, and pipeline forecasts Follow up leads and close deals to meet targets Support marketing initiatives, including email campaigns and lead generation projects Work with internal teams to ensure excellent customer service and delivery Provide holiday cover for the sales and operations team, including admin, order processing, invoicing, and liaising with yard/logistics staff Requirements: Proven experience in sales, business development, or account management (B2B essential) Experience in the construction or plant hire sector highly desirable Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Confidence in outbound sales, cold calling, and lead follow-up Self-motivated, organised, and results-driven Proactive, flexible attitude with willingness to assist across the business Experience with LinkedIn, Mailchimp, Excel, and CRM platforms (Sage desirable) If this sounds like you, please apply today!
Business Development and Operations Manager We are looking for a Business Development Manager with great people management skills who is eager for an exciting opportunity to advance your career within an established social enterprise? You will oversee the charity s trading division, drive enterprise business development and sales growth, manage the distribution and sales of white goods and beds and ensure strategic alignment. Position: Business Development and Operations Manager Location: Leicester/hybrid and site based Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week) Salary: £35,000 Contract: Permanent Benefits: Competitive salary, 32 days annual leave (pro rata for part time roles) including Bank Holidays, pension scheme Closing Date: 28th May 2026 Interview Date: W/C 8th June 2026 The Role We are looking for a Business Development and Operations Manager to support the strategic aims of the charity and the Chief Executive Officer. You will partner and collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to develop and implement trading arm strategies, business development, and policies to ensure alignment of trading operations with the charity's mission, vision, and values. About You We are looking for someone with proven experience in business development and experience of managing operations. You will have: Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills. A proven ability to identify and pursue new business opportunities. Experience of managing budgets, targets and financial reporting. A strong team working ethic, able to motivate and inspire staff, encouraging knowledge sharing and peer support. Commercial awareness and financial literacy to manage budgets, targets and financial reporting. An excellent standard of IT including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or equivalent) The ability to network and liaise effectively with individuals and agencies in the private, public and voluntary sectors, and governmental departments. The ability to achieve targets and work to tight deadlines. The ability to work flexibly. We are looking for someone with a commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion within the workplace and a full driving license, access to own transport and willingness to travel regionally. If you are a strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans, then apply today! About the Organisation The charity believes that everyone deserves a decent standard of living, with a right to adequate food, shelter and the means to keep warm, clean and rested no matter what difficulty they may be facing. We help to make a difference by finding funding to provide the essential items that everyone deserves. As an equal opportunity employer, we would particularly welcome applications from people with an ethnic minority background or those with a disability, as the team are currently underrepresented in their workforce. You may also have experience in areas such as Business Development, Trading, Dispatch, Goods, Product, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Commercial Manager, Dispatch Manager, Goods Manager, Product Manager, Operations Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Procurement Manager, Logistics Manager.
May 20, 2026
Full time
Business Development and Operations Manager We are looking for a Business Development Manager with great people management skills who is eager for an exciting opportunity to advance your career within an established social enterprise? You will oversee the charity s trading division, drive enterprise business development and sales growth, manage the distribution and sales of white goods and beds and ensure strategic alignment. Position: Business Development and Operations Manager Location: Leicester/hybrid and site based Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week) Salary: £35,000 Contract: Permanent Benefits: Competitive salary, 32 days annual leave (pro rata for part time roles) including Bank Holidays, pension scheme Closing Date: 28th May 2026 Interview Date: W/C 8th June 2026 The Role We are looking for a Business Development and Operations Manager to support the strategic aims of the charity and the Chief Executive Officer. You will partner and collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to develop and implement trading arm strategies, business development, and policies to ensure alignment of trading operations with the charity's mission, vision, and values. About You We are looking for someone with proven experience in business development and experience of managing operations. You will have: Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills. A proven ability to identify and pursue new business opportunities. Experience of managing budgets, targets and financial reporting. A strong team working ethic, able to motivate and inspire staff, encouraging knowledge sharing and peer support. Commercial awareness and financial literacy to manage budgets, targets and financial reporting. An excellent standard of IT including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or equivalent) The ability to network and liaise effectively with individuals and agencies in the private, public and voluntary sectors, and governmental departments. The ability to achieve targets and work to tight deadlines. The ability to work flexibly. We are looking for someone with a commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion within the workplace and a full driving license, access to own transport and willingness to travel regionally. If you are a strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans, then apply today! About the Organisation The charity believes that everyone deserves a decent standard of living, with a right to adequate food, shelter and the means to keep warm, clean and rested no matter what difficulty they may be facing. We help to make a difference by finding funding to provide the essential items that everyone deserves. As an equal opportunity employer, we would particularly welcome applications from people with an ethnic minority background or those with a disability, as the team are currently underrepresented in their workforce. You may also have experience in areas such as Business Development, Trading, Dispatch, Goods, Product, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Commercial Manager, Dispatch Manager, Goods Manager, Product Manager, Operations Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Procurement Manager, Logistics Manager.
Reed Business Support are recruiting for a Sales Support Executive on behalf of our valued client, based in Chatham. This opportunity is ideal for an individual who is confident, proactive, and able to thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment. As the appointed professional, you will play a key role in supporting the wider team and contributing to the smooth running of daily operations. About the Role This role provides essential administrative and coordination support to a busy sales team. Responsibilities include: Preparing sales quotations, proposals, and documentation Acting as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders Managing sales inboxes and responding to enquiries promptly Updating CRM systems and maintaining accurate client records Coordinating meetings, appointments, and follow-ups Producing sales reports and performance trackers Supporting the sales team with day-to-day administrative tasks About You To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: Previous experience in sales support, commercial administration, or customer service Strong written and verbal communication skills A highly organised approach with excellent attention to detail Confidence using Microsoft Office and CRM systems The ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines A proactive and professional attitude Salary & Working Pattern Salary: £26,000 per annum Hours: 35 hours per week Days: Monday to Friday Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days home) Benefits 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays Company pension contribution Hybrid working flexibility Structured training and development Employee wellbeing initiatives Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. If you are interested in this Sales Support Executive, please apply today. Reed Business Support look forward to assisting you with the next step in your career.
May 20, 2026
Full time
Reed Business Support are recruiting for a Sales Support Executive on behalf of our valued client, based in Chatham. This opportunity is ideal for an individual who is confident, proactive, and able to thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment. As the appointed professional, you will play a key role in supporting the wider team and contributing to the smooth running of daily operations. About the Role This role provides essential administrative and coordination support to a busy sales team. Responsibilities include: Preparing sales quotations, proposals, and documentation Acting as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders Managing sales inboxes and responding to enquiries promptly Updating CRM systems and maintaining accurate client records Coordinating meetings, appointments, and follow-ups Producing sales reports and performance trackers Supporting the sales team with day-to-day administrative tasks About You To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: Previous experience in sales support, commercial administration, or customer service Strong written and verbal communication skills A highly organised approach with excellent attention to detail Confidence using Microsoft Office and CRM systems The ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines A proactive and professional attitude Salary & Working Pattern Salary: £26,000 per annum Hours: 35 hours per week Days: Monday to Friday Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days home) Benefits 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays Company pension contribution Hybrid working flexibility Structured training and development Employee wellbeing initiatives Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. If you are interested in this Sales Support Executive, please apply today. Reed Business Support look forward to assisting you with the next step in your career.
Group Sales Director Data, AI & Technology Consulting £100,000 - £130,000 base + uncapped OTE (c£160k-£180k year 1) London 4 days onsite This is not a "maintain the status quo" Sales Director role. We're partnering with a high-growth technology consultancy looking for a commercially aggressive, operationally excellent Group Sales Director to lead a national sales function through its next stage of growth. You'll inherit a team of high-performing Sector Directors and be expected to drive performance, sharpen go-to-market strategy, increase accountability and build a world-class enterprise sales culture. This role needs a leader who can operate at two levels: • Boardroom level with enterprise clients • In the data with the sales teams & sales managers You must be genuinely strong on sales operations, forecasting, pipeline quality, segmentation and performance management. Deep Salesforce capability is essential. The Role • Lead and develop 3 Sector Directors with c15 indirect reports • Own a significant revenue target across enterprise accounts (FS, Banking, Pub Sec, Commercial) • Drive new client acquisition strategy and sales performance • Use Salesforce and sales intelligence to improve conversion, market segmentation & ICP tracking and forecasting accuracy • Build senior C-level relationships across enterprise customers • Improve commercial rigour, pace and accountability across the function • Partner closely with executive leadership on growth strategy What We're Looking For Proven senior sales leadership experience within: • IT Consulting • Data & AI Services • Digital Transformation • Technology Services • OR adjacent sectors such as staffing, learning or human capital with a strong technology buyer network • Strong experience selling into enterprise technology stakeholders • A modern sales operator who understands metrics, dashboards, forecasting and CRM discipline • Someone commercially sharp, resilient and highly execution-focused • Experience leading senior sales teams through growth and change This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who wants genuine influence, visibility and ownership inside a scaling technology consultancy.
May 19, 2026
Full time
Group Sales Director Data, AI & Technology Consulting £100,000 - £130,000 base + uncapped OTE (c£160k-£180k year 1) London 4 days onsite This is not a "maintain the status quo" Sales Director role. We're partnering with a high-growth technology consultancy looking for a commercially aggressive, operationally excellent Group Sales Director to lead a national sales function through its next stage of growth. You'll inherit a team of high-performing Sector Directors and be expected to drive performance, sharpen go-to-market strategy, increase accountability and build a world-class enterprise sales culture. This role needs a leader who can operate at two levels: • Boardroom level with enterprise clients • In the data with the sales teams & sales managers You must be genuinely strong on sales operations, forecasting, pipeline quality, segmentation and performance management. Deep Salesforce capability is essential. The Role • Lead and develop 3 Sector Directors with c15 indirect reports • Own a significant revenue target across enterprise accounts (FS, Banking, Pub Sec, Commercial) • Drive new client acquisition strategy and sales performance • Use Salesforce and sales intelligence to improve conversion, market segmentation & ICP tracking and forecasting accuracy • Build senior C-level relationships across enterprise customers • Improve commercial rigour, pace and accountability across the function • Partner closely with executive leadership on growth strategy What We're Looking For Proven senior sales leadership experience within: • IT Consulting • Data & AI Services • Digital Transformation • Technology Services • OR adjacent sectors such as staffing, learning or human capital with a strong technology buyer network • Strong experience selling into enterprise technology stakeholders • A modern sales operator who understands metrics, dashboards, forecasting and CRM discipline • Someone commercially sharp, resilient and highly execution-focused • Experience leading senior sales teams through growth and change This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who wants genuine influence, visibility and ownership inside a scaling technology consultancy.
We are looking for a Sales Executive with a strong track record in IT Service Management (ITSM) solution sales. This is a great opportunity to join a global leader in IT Service Management and play a key role in expanding presence across the ITSM landscape. You will be responsible for winning new clients, developing a strong personal pipeline, and growing existing customer relationships by understanding client challenges and positioning our solutions as a trusted extension of their IT operations. The Internal Sales Executive will be responsible for the following: New business development, outbound prospecting, targeted campaigns, networking and partner engagement Identify and engage with decision makers Own the sales cycle from initial engagement through to close Develop and grow existing customer relationships, identifying upsell and cross-sell opportunities Act as a trusted advisor to clients Forecast against sales targets, submit monthly progress reports and ensure CRM data is accurate The successful Internal Sales Executive will have the following related skills / experience: Proven experience of ITSM solution sales Minimum of 3 years B2B sales experience Success in new business acquisition and account development Excellent commercial and relationship management skills
May 19, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a Sales Executive with a strong track record in IT Service Management (ITSM) solution sales. This is a great opportunity to join a global leader in IT Service Management and play a key role in expanding presence across the ITSM landscape. You will be responsible for winning new clients, developing a strong personal pipeline, and growing existing customer relationships by understanding client challenges and positioning our solutions as a trusted extension of their IT operations. The Internal Sales Executive will be responsible for the following: New business development, outbound prospecting, targeted campaigns, networking and partner engagement Identify and engage with decision makers Own the sales cycle from initial engagement through to close Develop and grow existing customer relationships, identifying upsell and cross-sell opportunities Act as a trusted advisor to clients Forecast against sales targets, submit monthly progress reports and ensure CRM data is accurate The successful Internal Sales Executive will have the following related skills / experience: Proven experience of ITSM solution sales Minimum of 3 years B2B sales experience Success in new business acquisition and account development Excellent commercial and relationship management skills
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.
May 19, 2026
Full time
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.
Universal Business Team
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
Our client is a design-led interior refurbishment and furniture business specialising in the education sector, with a strong reputation across private schools, academies, and learning environments. The business delivers integrated solutions spanning design, refurbishment, furniture, and modular construction. With a current turnover of c. 15m and a clear pathway to 20m+, they are entering an exciting new phase of growth. Recent strategic developments include: Expansion into modular/off-site construction through a new division A major 35m modular programme Growing international opportunities across Europe and the US Our client combines a strong brand, loyal client base, and a differentiated offer, but now requires enhanced leadership, structure, and commercial discipline to fully realise its potential. The Opportunity This is a rare opportunity to lead a well-established, respected business into its next stage of growth and professionalisation. Working alongside an experienced COO and CFO, the CEO will take full responsibility for commercial performance, leadership, and strategic direction, ensuring the business delivers sustainable, profitable growth. This is not a turnaround; it is a scale-up opportunity with strong foundations, a healthy pipeline, and significant headroom for improvement. The Role Provide clear leadership and strategic direction to the business Build and maintain a credible sales pipeline to support 20m+ turnover Lead the commercial strategy, driving revenue growth and margin improvement Ensure alignment between sales, operations, and financial performance Implement robust performance management, reporting, and accountability structures Lead and develop the senior leadership team (COO and CFO) Oversee delivery of key programmes, including the current 35m project Strengthen financial discipline, including margin, cash flow, and project control Manage relationships with shareholders and the board Support expansion into new geographies and service lines Requirements Sector Experience Interior fit-out or commercial refurbishment Design-and-build contracting Specialist construction services Modular/off-site construction Workplace or education interiors You will likely have operated at a senior level within a 15m- 50m project-based business. Commercial Expertise A proven track record of building and converting strong project pipelines Experience delivering profitable growth in project-based environments Strong understanding of margin control, pricing strategy, and project risk The ability to align commercial, operational, and financial functions Leadership Style Commercially sharp and operationally decisive Experienced in leading multi-disciplinary teams Comfortable in a hands-on SME environment Able to bring structure, clarity, and accountability Credible with shareholders, clients, and senior stakeholders Personal Attributes Pragmatic, results-oriented, and resilient Strong communicator with natural leadership presence Able to balance strategic thinking with execution Comfortable leading through change and growth Benefits Generous package including bonus and incentives
May 19, 2026
Full time
Our client is a design-led interior refurbishment and furniture business specialising in the education sector, with a strong reputation across private schools, academies, and learning environments. The business delivers integrated solutions spanning design, refurbishment, furniture, and modular construction. With a current turnover of c. 15m and a clear pathway to 20m+, they are entering an exciting new phase of growth. Recent strategic developments include: Expansion into modular/off-site construction through a new division A major 35m modular programme Growing international opportunities across Europe and the US Our client combines a strong brand, loyal client base, and a differentiated offer, but now requires enhanced leadership, structure, and commercial discipline to fully realise its potential. The Opportunity This is a rare opportunity to lead a well-established, respected business into its next stage of growth and professionalisation. Working alongside an experienced COO and CFO, the CEO will take full responsibility for commercial performance, leadership, and strategic direction, ensuring the business delivers sustainable, profitable growth. This is not a turnaround; it is a scale-up opportunity with strong foundations, a healthy pipeline, and significant headroom for improvement. The Role Provide clear leadership and strategic direction to the business Build and maintain a credible sales pipeline to support 20m+ turnover Lead the commercial strategy, driving revenue growth and margin improvement Ensure alignment between sales, operations, and financial performance Implement robust performance management, reporting, and accountability structures Lead and develop the senior leadership team (COO and CFO) Oversee delivery of key programmes, including the current 35m project Strengthen financial discipline, including margin, cash flow, and project control Manage relationships with shareholders and the board Support expansion into new geographies and service lines Requirements Sector Experience Interior fit-out or commercial refurbishment Design-and-build contracting Specialist construction services Modular/off-site construction Workplace or education interiors You will likely have operated at a senior level within a 15m- 50m project-based business. Commercial Expertise A proven track record of building and converting strong project pipelines Experience delivering profitable growth in project-based environments Strong understanding of margin control, pricing strategy, and project risk The ability to align commercial, operational, and financial functions Leadership Style Commercially sharp and operationally decisive Experienced in leading multi-disciplinary teams Comfortable in a hands-on SME environment Able to bring structure, clarity, and accountability Credible with shareholders, clients, and senior stakeholders Personal Attributes Pragmatic, results-oriented, and resilient Strong communicator with natural leadership presence Able to balance strategic thinking with execution Comfortable leading through change and growth Benefits Generous package including bonus and incentives
Role: Vendor Portfolio ExecutiveLocation: Birmingham (Hybrid - WFH Monday & Friday) Salary: £38,000 Why this role? This is a key commercial role sitting at the heart of our vendor strategy. You'll be the person who brings clarity to complex vendor portfolios - deciding what matters, what doesn't, and why - and making sure Sales, Marketing, Procurement and Vendors are all aligned. If you enjoy understanding products, spotting opportunities, and shaping how a business focuses its effort (without carrying a sales target or negotiating contracts), this role is for you. What you'll be doing Owning product and portfolio clarity for assigned vendors - what we sell, where it fits, and where it's going Translating vendor roadmaps and updates into clear, usable guidance for internal teams Acting as the internal product expert and source of truth Supporting Sales with positioning, focus ranges, and competitive context Working closely with Vendor Enablement, Procurement, Marketing and Finance to keep everything joined up Managing product lifecycle visibility - new launches, transitions, and end-of-life planning What you won't be doing Negotiating vendor terms Setting pricing or rebates Placing purchase orders or managing stock Carrying a sales target This role is about insight, structure, and influence - not transactions. Who this role suits You'll likely come from a background in: Vendor or Product Enablement Purchasing / Buying / Procurement (commercially focused) Sales Operations or Commercial Operations Presales / Solutions Consulting Vendor or Channel Management You're organised, commercially curious, confident working cross-functionally, and enjoy being the person who makes sense of complexity . Why join us? Influence real commercial decisions without sales pressure Work closely with leading vendors and senior internal stakeholders Shape portfolio direction and support scalable growth Be part of a collaborative, fast-moving environment where clarity matters If you think this could be the ideal next role for you, please apply with an up to date CV to be considered.
May 19, 2026
Full time
Role: Vendor Portfolio ExecutiveLocation: Birmingham (Hybrid - WFH Monday & Friday) Salary: £38,000 Why this role? This is a key commercial role sitting at the heart of our vendor strategy. You'll be the person who brings clarity to complex vendor portfolios - deciding what matters, what doesn't, and why - and making sure Sales, Marketing, Procurement and Vendors are all aligned. If you enjoy understanding products, spotting opportunities, and shaping how a business focuses its effort (without carrying a sales target or negotiating contracts), this role is for you. What you'll be doing Owning product and portfolio clarity for assigned vendors - what we sell, where it fits, and where it's going Translating vendor roadmaps and updates into clear, usable guidance for internal teams Acting as the internal product expert and source of truth Supporting Sales with positioning, focus ranges, and competitive context Working closely with Vendor Enablement, Procurement, Marketing and Finance to keep everything joined up Managing product lifecycle visibility - new launches, transitions, and end-of-life planning What you won't be doing Negotiating vendor terms Setting pricing or rebates Placing purchase orders or managing stock Carrying a sales target This role is about insight, structure, and influence - not transactions. Who this role suits You'll likely come from a background in: Vendor or Product Enablement Purchasing / Buying / Procurement (commercially focused) Sales Operations or Commercial Operations Presales / Solutions Consulting Vendor or Channel Management You're organised, commercially curious, confident working cross-functionally, and enjoy being the person who makes sense of complexity . Why join us? Influence real commercial decisions without sales pressure Work closely with leading vendors and senior internal stakeholders Shape portfolio direction and support scalable growth Be part of a collaborative, fast-moving environment where clarity matters If you think this could be the ideal next role for you, please apply with an up to date CV to be considered.
Business Development and Operations Manager We are looking for a Business Development Manager with great people management skills who is eager for an exciting opportunity to advance your career within an established social enterprise? You will oversee the charitys trading division, drive enterprise business development and sales growth, manage the distribution and sales of white goods and beds and e click apply for full job details
May 19, 2026
Full time
Business Development and Operations Manager We are looking for a Business Development Manager with great people management skills who is eager for an exciting opportunity to advance your career within an established social enterprise? You will oversee the charitys trading division, drive enterprise business development and sales growth, manage the distribution and sales of white goods and beds and e click apply for full job details
Our reputable client is seeking a Senior Product Marketing Executive to join their team on a part time, permanent basis. The core focus will be managing the day-to day operations of the product marketing team. This includes supporting the team to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality campaigns within the campaign schedule. Key responsibilities: The Senior Product Marketing Executive will work with the team and stakeholders to produce marketing plans Leading on the development and creation of campaign marketing materials including branding, website copy, content, graphics and videos Track and measure the success of campaigns including achievement of Key Performance Indicators including cost of acquisition. Execute plans effectively to ensure they meet objectives and contribute to the overall organisational KPIs. Coordinating the effective delivery of the campaigns via a range of both digital and traditional channels including websites, email marketing, paid and organic social media and print. Key skills/requirements: Experience of working in a marketing department, preferably in a commercial environment in depth experience of executing integrated multi-channel marketing campaigns with a particular focus on digital marketing Analytical experience The successful Senior Product Marketing Executive will have budget management experience Experience mentoring a small team Company Benefits: Private healthcare and dental cover Other salary sacrifice schemes Life assurance Free onsite parking Hybrid working About Us: FS1 Recruitment is a UK-based recruitment agency providing solutions within the Sales, Marketing and Creative fields for permanent, freelance and contract positions please contact us to discuss one of our many positions.
May 19, 2026
Full time
Our reputable client is seeking a Senior Product Marketing Executive to join their team on a part time, permanent basis. The core focus will be managing the day-to day operations of the product marketing team. This includes supporting the team to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality campaigns within the campaign schedule. Key responsibilities: The Senior Product Marketing Executive will work with the team and stakeholders to produce marketing plans Leading on the development and creation of campaign marketing materials including branding, website copy, content, graphics and videos Track and measure the success of campaigns including achievement of Key Performance Indicators including cost of acquisition. Execute plans effectively to ensure they meet objectives and contribute to the overall organisational KPIs. Coordinating the effective delivery of the campaigns via a range of both digital and traditional channels including websites, email marketing, paid and organic social media and print. Key skills/requirements: Experience of working in a marketing department, preferably in a commercial environment in depth experience of executing integrated multi-channel marketing campaigns with a particular focus on digital marketing Analytical experience The successful Senior Product Marketing Executive will have budget management experience Experience mentoring a small team Company Benefits: Private healthcare and dental cover Other salary sacrifice schemes Life assurance Free onsite parking Hybrid working About Us: FS1 Recruitment is a UK-based recruitment agency providing solutions within the Sales, Marketing and Creative fields for permanent, freelance and contract positions please contact us to discuss one of our many positions.
Parkside Search has been instructed on a search to identify a Group CFO for a growing international Fintech business. You will be a commercially minded CFO, leading a finance function with experience of guiding scaleup technology companies through growing pains and international expansion. You will have the gravitas and leadership qualities to act as a key member of a highly motivated management team, but also enjoy rolling your sleeves up and using detailed analysis to refine processes and drive profitability. The challenges will be: Provide systems, procedures and controls to support the continued rapid growth of the company. Build robust reporting and monitoring systems around the unique technology solution currently in development Work closely with sales and operations to maximise profitability across multiple channels Support international growth across several territories Evaluate and implement new revenue opportunities, leveraging existing customer relationships This is a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, and this role is unlikely to suit candidates with only large company or corporate experience. For more information please contact James Kennedy.
May 19, 2026
Full time
Parkside Search has been instructed on a search to identify a Group CFO for a growing international Fintech business. You will be a commercially minded CFO, leading a finance function with experience of guiding scaleup technology companies through growing pains and international expansion. You will have the gravitas and leadership qualities to act as a key member of a highly motivated management team, but also enjoy rolling your sleeves up and using detailed analysis to refine processes and drive profitability. The challenges will be: Provide systems, procedures and controls to support the continued rapid growth of the company. Build robust reporting and monitoring systems around the unique technology solution currently in development Work closely with sales and operations to maximise profitability across multiple channels Support international growth across several territories Evaluate and implement new revenue opportunities, leveraging existing customer relationships This is a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, and this role is unlikely to suit candidates with only large company or corporate experience. For more information please contact James Kennedy.
Sales & Customer Service Executive (Part-Time) Medway, Kent Pro-rata salary equivalent to 26,000 - 35,000 plus commission About the Company My client is a growing, family-run cleaning business with over 14 years of experience across residential, commercial, office, and industrial sectors. Having already exceeded their annual target by April, they are entering an exciting phase of growth. Recently, they have transitioned from a home office into commercial premises, launched a new SEO-optimised website, and continue to expand their market presence. Alongside their commercial success, they proudly support multiple charitable initiatives. With ambitious plans to scale further, this role will play a key part in supporting continued business growth, with a particular focus on securing and supporting commercial cleaning contracts. The Role We are looking for a proactive and highly self-motivated Sales & Customer Service Executive to support the day-to-day running of the business, help generate new commercial opportunities, and enable the owners to focus on client acquisition and revenue growth. This is a varied, office-based role combining customer service, administration, and business development, with a strong emphasis on commercial contract support and lead generation. Key Responsibilities Track sales activity and maintain accurate CRM/data records Maintain and track tender opportunities, particularly during key periods Monitor contract timelines and proactively identify renewal opportunities Schedule client meetings ahead of contract end dates to support retention Organise and manage diaries for the business owners, enabling them to attend meetings and win new business Provide excellent customer service and act as the first point of contact for enquiries Learn and confidently promote company products and services (full training provided, including COSHH/chemical training) Support and contribute to social media activity and online presence Assist with general office administration, including basic accounts support Focus on supporting and generating commercial cleaning contract opportunities rather than domestic services Key Requirements Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently Highly self-motivated with a proactive, "can-do" attitude Good knowledge of the local area Willingness to learn about specialist products, including chemical-based solutions Strong communication and customer service skills Comfortable working in an office-based environment Desirable Previous experience in sales support or business development coordination Accounts or bookkeeping knowledge Experience managing or contributing to business social media Working Hours Working days: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday Working hours can be either 8:00am - 4:00pm, or 9:00am - 5:00pm If you're a parent and require working within school hours, my client is happy to be flexible for the right person Salary & Benefits Pro-rata salary equivalent to 26,000 - 35,000 per annum (depending on experience) Commission structure: 10 per meeting booked 2% commission upon successful client sign-up Company pension scheme Private healthcare provided, including cover for pre-existing conditions Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious business at an exciting stage Training and development, including COSHH certification A supportive, hands-on working environment The chance to play a key role in the company's continued growth and commercial expansion
May 19, 2026
Full time
Sales & Customer Service Executive (Part-Time) Medway, Kent Pro-rata salary equivalent to 26,000 - 35,000 plus commission About the Company My client is a growing, family-run cleaning business with over 14 years of experience across residential, commercial, office, and industrial sectors. Having already exceeded their annual target by April, they are entering an exciting phase of growth. Recently, they have transitioned from a home office into commercial premises, launched a new SEO-optimised website, and continue to expand their market presence. Alongside their commercial success, they proudly support multiple charitable initiatives. With ambitious plans to scale further, this role will play a key part in supporting continued business growth, with a particular focus on securing and supporting commercial cleaning contracts. The Role We are looking for a proactive and highly self-motivated Sales & Customer Service Executive to support the day-to-day running of the business, help generate new commercial opportunities, and enable the owners to focus on client acquisition and revenue growth. This is a varied, office-based role combining customer service, administration, and business development, with a strong emphasis on commercial contract support and lead generation. Key Responsibilities Track sales activity and maintain accurate CRM/data records Maintain and track tender opportunities, particularly during key periods Monitor contract timelines and proactively identify renewal opportunities Schedule client meetings ahead of contract end dates to support retention Organise and manage diaries for the business owners, enabling them to attend meetings and win new business Provide excellent customer service and act as the first point of contact for enquiries Learn and confidently promote company products and services (full training provided, including COSHH/chemical training) Support and contribute to social media activity and online presence Assist with general office administration, including basic accounts support Focus on supporting and generating commercial cleaning contract opportunities rather than domestic services Key Requirements Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently Highly self-motivated with a proactive, "can-do" attitude Good knowledge of the local area Willingness to learn about specialist products, including chemical-based solutions Strong communication and customer service skills Comfortable working in an office-based environment Desirable Previous experience in sales support or business development coordination Accounts or bookkeeping knowledge Experience managing or contributing to business social media Working Hours Working days: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday Working hours can be either 8:00am - 4:00pm, or 9:00am - 5:00pm If you're a parent and require working within school hours, my client is happy to be flexible for the right person Salary & Benefits Pro-rata salary equivalent to 26,000 - 35,000 per annum (depending on experience) Commission structure: 10 per meeting booked 2% commission upon successful client sign-up Company pension scheme Private healthcare provided, including cover for pre-existing conditions Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious business at an exciting stage Training and development, including COSHH certification A supportive, hands-on working environment The chance to play a key role in the company's continued growth and commercial expansion
Who we are GlobalData operates an intelligence platform that empowers leaders to act decisively in a world of complexity and change. By uniting proprietary data, human expertise, and purpose-built AI into a single, connected platform, we help organizations see what s coming, move faster, and lead with confidence. Our solutions are used by over 5,000 organizations across the world s largest industries, delivering tailored intelligence that supports strategic planning, innovation, risk management, and sustainable growth. Why join GlobalData? GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey and we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision to deliver intelligence that transforms uncertainty into opportunity for the world s most successful organizations.? Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. Working together in an intellectually challenging environment, where learning is super-charged to keep us on our toes, the highly stimulating, fast-paced, global environment we operate in, and our bold ambitions result in unique learning opportunities for our people. The role GD Media is a newly created division within GlobalData, encompassing Arena International, MEED, BTMI and MBI. These divisions between them run over 60 conferences and expos, hundreds of webinars, dozens of awards, as well as standalone networking dinners and roundtables. The Senior Events Manager role for GD Media will line manage the Arena International operations team, manage a portfolio of events and support the implementation of processes to increase efficiency. GD Media is following a multi-year growth strategy and requires an experienced senior events manager to support the next stage of our progress in exceptional event delivery. Reporting to the Head of Events Delivery you will thrive on detail and have a passion for delivering excellence. This role is heavily focused on logistics, budget and team management. Essential you can work within an ever-changing and highly agile environment focused on continuous improvement. What you ll be doing End to end event management Lead the delivery of events on-site, troubleshooting any issues ensuring a smooth execution Budget management: creating and managing event cost sheets, identifying efficiencies, invoice management and reporting financial information Line management of Events Operation Manager and two Events Executives Create and implement SOPs (standard operating procedures) for event operations and delivery including templates, timelines and operational playbooks Venue sourcing & cost negotiation Supplier sourcing, negotiation and procurement Event planning and delivery floor plans, AV, event collateral, event app, F&B, health & safety, travel, onsite materials; event guides, delegate packs Client liaison - sponsors, delegates, VIPs, speakers Collaborate with internal teams including sales, delegate sales, production, marketing, design, finance to align operational delivery with event objectives Manage platforms to manage event data to deliver events and identify process efficiencies including delegate registration platform, badging and on-site registration platform, event app and 1-1 meeting systems Keeping IT systems, and event reporting up-to date What we re looking for Proven experience working within the events industry on a global scale conference/confex/award formats (commercial events background preferred) Experience of managing a team, leading 1-1 meetings, annual reviews and coaching of direct line reports Ability to manage event budgets, financial forecasting and negotiation skills Experience of setting up processes in a fast-paced or scaling environment Excellent organizational, project management and communication skills Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and excellent interpersonal skills ability to deal with a wide range of people at all levels Proven ability to work to tight deadlines, with attention to detail under pressure on multiple events at once A proactive, solutions-focused mindset Ability to travel internationally (circa 6-8 international events per year plus London-based events) High level of IT competency, including Microsoft Office and event management platforms In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed) GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
May 19, 2026
Full time
Who we are GlobalData operates an intelligence platform that empowers leaders to act decisively in a world of complexity and change. By uniting proprietary data, human expertise, and purpose-built AI into a single, connected platform, we help organizations see what s coming, move faster, and lead with confidence. Our solutions are used by over 5,000 organizations across the world s largest industries, delivering tailored intelligence that supports strategic planning, innovation, risk management, and sustainable growth. Why join GlobalData? GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey and we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision to deliver intelligence that transforms uncertainty into opportunity for the world s most successful organizations.? Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. Working together in an intellectually challenging environment, where learning is super-charged to keep us on our toes, the highly stimulating, fast-paced, global environment we operate in, and our bold ambitions result in unique learning opportunities for our people. The role GD Media is a newly created division within GlobalData, encompassing Arena International, MEED, BTMI and MBI. These divisions between them run over 60 conferences and expos, hundreds of webinars, dozens of awards, as well as standalone networking dinners and roundtables. The Senior Events Manager role for GD Media will line manage the Arena International operations team, manage a portfolio of events and support the implementation of processes to increase efficiency. GD Media is following a multi-year growth strategy and requires an experienced senior events manager to support the next stage of our progress in exceptional event delivery. Reporting to the Head of Events Delivery you will thrive on detail and have a passion for delivering excellence. This role is heavily focused on logistics, budget and team management. Essential you can work within an ever-changing and highly agile environment focused on continuous improvement. What you ll be doing End to end event management Lead the delivery of events on-site, troubleshooting any issues ensuring a smooth execution Budget management: creating and managing event cost sheets, identifying efficiencies, invoice management and reporting financial information Line management of Events Operation Manager and two Events Executives Create and implement SOPs (standard operating procedures) for event operations and delivery including templates, timelines and operational playbooks Venue sourcing & cost negotiation Supplier sourcing, negotiation and procurement Event planning and delivery floor plans, AV, event collateral, event app, F&B, health & safety, travel, onsite materials; event guides, delegate packs Client liaison - sponsors, delegates, VIPs, speakers Collaborate with internal teams including sales, delegate sales, production, marketing, design, finance to align operational delivery with event objectives Manage platforms to manage event data to deliver events and identify process efficiencies including delegate registration platform, badging and on-site registration platform, event app and 1-1 meeting systems Keeping IT systems, and event reporting up-to date What we re looking for Proven experience working within the events industry on a global scale conference/confex/award formats (commercial events background preferred) Experience of managing a team, leading 1-1 meetings, annual reviews and coaching of direct line reports Ability to manage event budgets, financial forecasting and negotiation skills Experience of setting up processes in a fast-paced or scaling environment Excellent organizational, project management and communication skills Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and excellent interpersonal skills ability to deal with a wide range of people at all levels Proven ability to work to tight deadlines, with attention to detail under pressure on multiple events at once A proactive, solutions-focused mindset Ability to travel internationally (circa 6-8 international events per year plus London-based events) High level of IT competency, including Microsoft Office and event management platforms In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed) GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
Your Company: A highly rewarding opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Trade/FMCG Produce to join a fast-paced and ambitious organisation operating within the food supply, FMCG, wholesale, and protein trading sector. This is a senior commercial leadership role, ideally suited to an individual with strong trading expertise, deep market knowledge, and a proven ability to lead both teams and end-to-end commercial performance across procurement, sales, supply chain, and customer functions. The business operates across sourcing, trading, manufacturing, and global supply chain operations, supplying customers throughout retail, wholesale, hospitality, foodservice, and food production markets. The organisation is recognised for its entrepreneurial approach, commercial agility, and ability to deliver high-quality products through a robust and responsive supply network. The successful candidate will take ownership of the full trading cycle - from procurement and supplier engagement through to customer negotiation, pricing strategy, commercial growth, and operational alignment. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on trading responsibility, requiring someone capable of driving margin, developing partnerships, identifying market opportunities, and leading high-performing commercial teams in a highly competitive environment. Key Responsibilities: While in this position your duties will include, but are not limited to: Leading end-to-end trading activity across key FMCG and protein categories, ensuring alignment between procurement, sales, logistics, and operational performance Managing and developing a high-performing commercial and trading team, setting clear direction, accountability, and performance targets Owning commercial strategy including pricing, margin optimisation, promotional activity, and customer trading terms across multiple channels Driving profitable sales growth across wholesale, retail, foodservice, manufacturing, and export markets Negotiating high-value supplier and customer agreements to maximise long-term commercial value and supply continuity Overseeing supply and demand planning in collaboration with operations, logistics, procurement, and planning teams to ensure product availability and service levels Monitoring market trends, commodity pricing, competitor activity, and customer demand to identify trading opportunities and commercial risks Managing key supplier and customer relationships at senior level, ensuring long-term strategic partnerships Leading cross-functional collaboration between commercial, supply chain, logistics, finance, and operations teams to deliver overall business performance Taking full P&L responsibility for trading performance across defined categories and commercial activities Identifying and executing growth opportunities through new customers, markets, product categories, and supply routes Ensuring all trading activity complies with food safety, regulatory, quality, and ethical trading standards What You Will Need to Apply: The successful candidate will have extensive experience within a senior trading, commercial, or category leadership role across FMCG, food manufacturing, wholesale, protein trading, or global food supply chains. In addition, the ideal candidate will demonstrate: Proven experience in end-to-end trading, including buying, selling, pricing, and margin ownership Strong leadership capability with experience managing and developing high-performing commercial teams Deep understanding of food markets, commodity pricing, and complex supply chain operations Excellent negotiation skills with a proven ability to deliver significant commercial value Strong financial and commercial acumen, including P&L ownership and margin management Experience operating across fast-paced and highly competitive trading environments Strong analytical and decision-making capability with the ability to react quickly to market changes Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills at senior level Experience working across international sourcing, logistics, and export markets would be advantageous A strategic mindset combined with hands-on trading capability and accountability What You Will Receive in Return: A highly competitive and substantial base salary is available for the successful candidate, alongside a significant uncapped commission and bonus structure, with strong overall earning potential available for exceptional commercial performance. In addition to this, the role offers senior-level influence over trading strategy and wider commercial direction, alongside long-term progression opportunities within a growing and highly ambitious organisation. The successful candidate will have the autonomy to shape commercial structures, influence operational strategy, and build high-performing teams, while working closely with senior leadership and executive decision-makers. This position also offers hybrid working flexibility alongside the opportunity to operate within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where commercial success, innovation, and leadership are recognised and rewarded. Overall, this is a rare opportunity for an experienced trading or commercial professional seeking full ownership of a high-impact trading function, the ability to lead at scale, and the platform to drive significant commercial growth within an evolving food and FMCG business.If this opportunity interests you, then please do not hesitate to reach out to: Alexander Booth - Talent Acquisition Specialist M: E:
May 19, 2026
Full time
Your Company: A highly rewarding opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Trade/FMCG Produce to join a fast-paced and ambitious organisation operating within the food supply, FMCG, wholesale, and protein trading sector. This is a senior commercial leadership role, ideally suited to an individual with strong trading expertise, deep market knowledge, and a proven ability to lead both teams and end-to-end commercial performance across procurement, sales, supply chain, and customer functions. The business operates across sourcing, trading, manufacturing, and global supply chain operations, supplying customers throughout retail, wholesale, hospitality, foodservice, and food production markets. The organisation is recognised for its entrepreneurial approach, commercial agility, and ability to deliver high-quality products through a robust and responsive supply network. The successful candidate will take ownership of the full trading cycle - from procurement and supplier engagement through to customer negotiation, pricing strategy, commercial growth, and operational alignment. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on trading responsibility, requiring someone capable of driving margin, developing partnerships, identifying market opportunities, and leading high-performing commercial teams in a highly competitive environment. Key Responsibilities: While in this position your duties will include, but are not limited to: Leading end-to-end trading activity across key FMCG and protein categories, ensuring alignment between procurement, sales, logistics, and operational performance Managing and developing a high-performing commercial and trading team, setting clear direction, accountability, and performance targets Owning commercial strategy including pricing, margin optimisation, promotional activity, and customer trading terms across multiple channels Driving profitable sales growth across wholesale, retail, foodservice, manufacturing, and export markets Negotiating high-value supplier and customer agreements to maximise long-term commercial value and supply continuity Overseeing supply and demand planning in collaboration with operations, logistics, procurement, and planning teams to ensure product availability and service levels Monitoring market trends, commodity pricing, competitor activity, and customer demand to identify trading opportunities and commercial risks Managing key supplier and customer relationships at senior level, ensuring long-term strategic partnerships Leading cross-functional collaboration between commercial, supply chain, logistics, finance, and operations teams to deliver overall business performance Taking full P&L responsibility for trading performance across defined categories and commercial activities Identifying and executing growth opportunities through new customers, markets, product categories, and supply routes Ensuring all trading activity complies with food safety, regulatory, quality, and ethical trading standards What You Will Need to Apply: The successful candidate will have extensive experience within a senior trading, commercial, or category leadership role across FMCG, food manufacturing, wholesale, protein trading, or global food supply chains. In addition, the ideal candidate will demonstrate: Proven experience in end-to-end trading, including buying, selling, pricing, and margin ownership Strong leadership capability with experience managing and developing high-performing commercial teams Deep understanding of food markets, commodity pricing, and complex supply chain operations Excellent negotiation skills with a proven ability to deliver significant commercial value Strong financial and commercial acumen, including P&L ownership and margin management Experience operating across fast-paced and highly competitive trading environments Strong analytical and decision-making capability with the ability to react quickly to market changes Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills at senior level Experience working across international sourcing, logistics, and export markets would be advantageous A strategic mindset combined with hands-on trading capability and accountability What You Will Receive in Return: A highly competitive and substantial base salary is available for the successful candidate, alongside a significant uncapped commission and bonus structure, with strong overall earning potential available for exceptional commercial performance. In addition to this, the role offers senior-level influence over trading strategy and wider commercial direction, alongside long-term progression opportunities within a growing and highly ambitious organisation. The successful candidate will have the autonomy to shape commercial structures, influence operational strategy, and build high-performing teams, while working closely with senior leadership and executive decision-makers. This position also offers hybrid working flexibility alongside the opportunity to operate within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where commercial success, innovation, and leadership are recognised and rewarded. Overall, this is a rare opportunity for an experienced trading or commercial professional seeking full ownership of a high-impact trading function, the ability to lead at scale, and the platform to drive significant commercial growth within an evolving food and FMCG business.If this opportunity interests you, then please do not hesitate to reach out to: Alexander Booth - Talent Acquisition Specialist M: E:
At Adaptable Recruitment we are excited to offer an opportunity for a Business Development Executive to join one of UK's leading suppliers based in the Bury area. Here you will become part of a dynamic team in a fast-paced, thriving sales environment with the opportunity to make it a permanent position. Salary: Up to £35,000 (DOE) Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm, fully office based Holidays: 20 days + bank holidays Location: Bury (Head Office) Benefits: Bonus scheme Overview Adaptable Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a leading UK supplier with an excellent opportunity for a Business Development Executive . This role sits within a fast-paced commercial environment and will play a key part in driving early-stage customer engagement, qualifying leads, and supporting the wider sales function.You will act as the first point of contact for outbound communication, nurturing prospective relationships, responding to inbound enquiries, and ensuring smooth handovers to the commercial team. This position offers long-term potential within a stable and growing business. Main Responsibilities to include: Make outbound calls to cold, warm, and dormant leads to initiate contact and qualify interest Build rapport with prospective customers, developing early-stage relationships Respond to inbound sales calls and web enquiries when required, providing initial information and escalating appropriately Support the preparation and follow-up of quotes and proposals , ensuring accuracy and timely delivery Maintain and update the CRM system with detailed notes, contact information, and activity logs Monitor digital enquiry channels (contact forms, website, live chat) and ensure leads are captured and followed up Work closely with the Senior Account Manager, Business Development, and Operations teams to ensure smooth handover of qualified opportunities Assist in the coordination and tracking of outbound call campaigns Identify and flag potential cross-sell or upsell opportunities Provide admin support linked to sales and marketing campaigns Maintain product knowledge to confidently communicate with prospective clients Ideal Candidate Profile Clear, professional, and confident telephone manner Strong verbal and written communication skills Customer-first mindset with strong relationship-building ability Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities Excellent attention to detail, especially when preparing quotes or updating CRM records Positive, enthusiastic, and a strong team player Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced, evolving environment Comfortable working independently when handling briefs or projects Experience & Skills 1-2 years' experience in sales support, telemarketing, B2B customer service, or lead generation Experience using CRM systems (HubSpot, Salesforce, or similar) desirable Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Experience within construction, plant hire, industrial, wholesale, utilities, or commercial service environments considered a strong advantage Fluent written and spoken English
May 19, 2026
Full time
At Adaptable Recruitment we are excited to offer an opportunity for a Business Development Executive to join one of UK's leading suppliers based in the Bury area. Here you will become part of a dynamic team in a fast-paced, thriving sales environment with the opportunity to make it a permanent position. Salary: Up to £35,000 (DOE) Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm, fully office based Holidays: 20 days + bank holidays Location: Bury (Head Office) Benefits: Bonus scheme Overview Adaptable Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a leading UK supplier with an excellent opportunity for a Business Development Executive . This role sits within a fast-paced commercial environment and will play a key part in driving early-stage customer engagement, qualifying leads, and supporting the wider sales function.You will act as the first point of contact for outbound communication, nurturing prospective relationships, responding to inbound enquiries, and ensuring smooth handovers to the commercial team. This position offers long-term potential within a stable and growing business. Main Responsibilities to include: Make outbound calls to cold, warm, and dormant leads to initiate contact and qualify interest Build rapport with prospective customers, developing early-stage relationships Respond to inbound sales calls and web enquiries when required, providing initial information and escalating appropriately Support the preparation and follow-up of quotes and proposals , ensuring accuracy and timely delivery Maintain and update the CRM system with detailed notes, contact information, and activity logs Monitor digital enquiry channels (contact forms, website, live chat) and ensure leads are captured and followed up Work closely with the Senior Account Manager, Business Development, and Operations teams to ensure smooth handover of qualified opportunities Assist in the coordination and tracking of outbound call campaigns Identify and flag potential cross-sell or upsell opportunities Provide admin support linked to sales and marketing campaigns Maintain product knowledge to confidently communicate with prospective clients Ideal Candidate Profile Clear, professional, and confident telephone manner Strong verbal and written communication skills Customer-first mindset with strong relationship-building ability Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities Excellent attention to detail, especially when preparing quotes or updating CRM records Positive, enthusiastic, and a strong team player Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced, evolving environment Comfortable working independently when handling briefs or projects Experience & Skills 1-2 years' experience in sales support, telemarketing, B2B customer service, or lead generation Experience using CRM systems (HubSpot, Salesforce, or similar) desirable Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Experience within construction, plant hire, industrial, wholesale, utilities, or commercial service environments considered a strong advantage Fluent written and spoken English
