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Job Title: Junior Business Development Manager Salary: £30k basic, £35k + with OTE/Commission Sector: FMCG / Tech A Tech enterprise that emerged a little over ten years ago, but is now an institution across the UK, parts of Europe and Asia, is growing in multiple markets and geographies across the UK. They're looking for a sizeable number of Junior Business Development Managers to come in and grow their book of business - successful candidates will be joining as part of new teams! Junior Business Development Manager Package: A competitive basic salary of £30k Additional OTE/commission taking your total earnings to £35k! Full tech stack Regular socials and a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere Bonuses and lucrative incentive schemes Autonomy and the ability to manage your own schedule and progression - this is a largely remote role where you will be your own boss, planning your diary Successful candidates will possess a natural flair for engaging with people, they'll employ a consultative approach with their customers as the face and mouthpiece of the company's prestigious brand. You'll enjoy an autonomous role in which you decide your own progression based on your strengths and interests. Junior Business Development Manager Role: Acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the company, its marketplace, competitors and target client Undertake effective territory planning and preparation - determine when and which clients/prospects to visit to ensure opportunity is capitalised upon Regularly speak to prospects over the phone and travel to client sites in order to maintain relationships, overcome objections and educate them on the company's value proposition Implement marketing and category initiatives throughout your customer base Manage and monitor the performance of sales throughout your assigned territory Closely observe the company ethos when attending regional and national conferences, networking with existing clients in order to further business generation Junior Business Development Manager: Ideally educated to degree level Possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills Self-motivated, with a strong desire to succeed Confident with good presentation skills Driving licence preferred A strong work ethic with a positive outlook Grab your fast pass! Want to skip the queue? Once you click 'Apply', be sure to follow the link to Sapia AI sent straight to your email. This 15-minute text chat replaces weeks of boring job applications and puts you directly in front of top companies hiring right now. How does it work? No CV needed right now - just a simple text chat for 15 minutes. Instant feedback - get your personalized "Sales DNA" profile immediately. Fast-track your career - secure your seat at our next Live Assessment Day. Hit apply below, check your inbox, and fast-track your career! Pareto is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We encourage and welcome applications from all, irrespective of background or circumstance. Our consultants are happy to discuss any adjustments you require in support of your application.

Jackson Hogg Procurement division are delighted to be partnering with an established engineering organisation in Newcastle on the appointment of a Strategic Indirect Buyer to join their team on a full-time and permanent basis. Salary on offer is £(phone number removed) depending on experience. This role will work a 35 hour week, Monday to Thursday 08.30-16.30 and Friday 08.30-14.00. Benefits include a competitive bonus scheme, pension matched up to 8%, 25 days holiday + bank holidays + holiday purchase scheme, free lunches and free parking. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the role is to develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives across indirect spend categories, delivering cost savings, supplier performance improvements, and long-term commercial value. The role will support commercial procurement and supplier management activities across a broad range of indirect spend categories, including operational services, leasing agreements, facilities support, consumables, PPE and workwear, and wider business support requirements. The Role: Work closely with the Supply Chain Manager to develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for indirect spend categories across the site Analyse company-wide indirect expenditure to identify cost-saving opportunities and procurement efficiencies Manage end to end sourcing activities, including, tendering, supplier selection, negotiation, and contract award activities Identify opportunities to consolidate suppliers, establish supply agreements to leverage group purchasing power, improve terms and reduce administrative complexity Negotiate pricing, service levels, contract terms, rebates, and value-added agreements with suppliers Manage and monitor supplier performance against agreed KPIs and SLAs Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to understand operational requirements and future business needs Identify opportunities for continuous improvement within indirect procurement processes and supplier management Ensure procurement activities align with company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements Maintain accurate contract records and oversee contract renewal planning Conduct market analysis to identify cost saving opportunities, supply risks and alternative sourcing options The Person/Specification: Previous experience in indirect procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management within manufacturing or engineering environments. Experience within the defence sector would be advantageous but is not essential Proven track record of delivering measurable cost savings and supplier performance improvements Experience negotiating service contracts, leasing agreements, and operational support contracts Strong commercial and contractual awareness Experience managing supplier relationships and performance metrics Understanding of procurement best practices and contract management principles Competent in spend analysis, reporting, and data-driven decision-making CIPS qualification (or working toward) desirable Familiarity with ERP procurement systems and Microsoft Office applications Proactive and results-driven Confident negotiator Strong analytical thinker For more information, please get in touch with Gemma Yeadon - Sector Lead Procurement at Jackson Hogg Recruitment.

Willmott Dixon are recruiting for an Operations & Maintenance Coordinator to join our Wales & West region, based out of the Bristol office, you'll enjoy a hybrid working arrangement and travel on occasion across our live construction sites which span from Cardiff and Bristol to Devon and Cornwall. This is a part-time role consisting of 22.5 hours per week. The successful Operations & Maintenance Coordinator will contribute towards our goal for the "Perfect Product" to provide our customers with accurate and high-quality handover information, certification and completion documentation (O&M pack) Reporting to the Head of Customer Service and Quality, you will work alongside our site teams and Supply Chain to build Operations and Maintenance folders on all of our projects to ensure our customers receive all of the information they need about how their building has been constructed and what they need to do to maintain it. Responsibilities Contribute towards our goal for the "Perfect Product" to provide our customers with accurate and high-quality handover information, certification and completion documentation (O&M pack) Attend quality launch meetings on site to establish key project milestones and plan documentation schedule accordingly with relevant internal site teams. Build excellent working relationships with supply chain, our people and our customers to ensure correct information is collated and distributed. Liaise and coordinate with the responsible internal teams to check the information provided by the supply chain is correct. Act as the primary facilitator pushing the document collation process forward with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring timely delivery of O&M pack ready for project completion and handover to the customer. Understand expectations and produce and deliver finalised O&M pack. Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities within the O&M process, collaborating with regional counterparts across Willmott Dixon to enhance efficiency, particularly through the development of digital solutions in line with evolving customer expectations. Compile all documentation relating to Regulation 38 (Fire Safety Information) under the Building Regulations 2010, ensuring timely distribution to the appropriate authorising parties to maintain compliance. Develop and agree the Home User Guides (HUG) pack with the customer for our residential projects Essential and Desirable Criteria Experience of working as a Document Controller, Information Controller, Information Manager, or Site Administrator in the construction industry with exposure and familiarity to construction-specific documents. Proactive approach to customer service Proven experience of using Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Viewpoint for Projects (4P) or other common data environment (CDE) systems such as Dalux etc. (Essential) Ability to multitask, demonstrate resilience, and possess excellent time management capabilities in order to meet deadlines. Adept and confident with communicating to people at all levels of an organisation with willingness to travel across the business region when required to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders Good level of education, including Maths & English (both written and spoken) Full UK Driving License (essential) Additional Information In return for your hard work, we offer a competitive package that includes flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes an enhanced pension scheme, optional private medical insurance, life assurance, an Incentive Bonus, and Motor Expenditure Allowance (MEA) with a car scheme that will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. At Willmott Dixon, we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in and are happy to support agile working wherever possible. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

We are looking for an experienced Interim Procurement Transformation Manager to design and implement a contract management function from the ground up. This is a hands-on transformation role embedding contract management structure, strengthening supplier governance, and driving behavioural change. Client Details This role is within a public sector organisation. Description Key responsibilities include: Lead the design and implementation of a contract management framework from scratch Introduce structured approaches such as contract segmentation (Gold / Silver / Bronze) and ensure appropriate management strategies are applied Drive the adoption of category management principles, embedding them across stakeholders Develop and roll out templates, playbooks, and governance frameworks Deliver training and upskilling programmes across procurement and the wider business Support and attend key supplier meetings, improving governance, performance, and commercial outcomes Lead cultural and behavioural change, clearly articulating "what good looks like" and why it matters Work closely with commissioners and procurement teams to align transformation with BAU activity Profile A successful Interim Procurement Transformation Manager should have: Strong experience delivering procurement transformation programmes Proven track record implementing contract management Experience within public sector procurement is essential Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Hands-on, delivery-focused approach with the ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels Job Offer Competitive daily rate of £500 - £600 per day inside IR35 Interim role for 6 - 12 months Hybrid working pattern

Refuse Supervisor Great Yarmouth £15.00+ per hour + Class 2 driver allowance 37 hours per week Temporary to Permanent Tuesday to Friday 5:45am start (9.25-hour shifts) Hales Group are delighted to be supporting our client in recruiting for a Refuse Supervisor to join their Waste Management team in Great Yarmouth. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and proactive individual to take on a key operational role, supporting the delivery of efficient and compliant refuse services. This role offers the chance to step into a well-established team environment with real responsibility and opportunity to make an impact. Key Responsibilities Support the Refuse Assistant Manager with the day-to-day running of refuse operations across domestic, garden, food, and commercial waste collections Supervise frontline teams, ensuring effective allocation of staff and smooth running of planned routes Conduct morning briefings, distribute keys, and assign missed bin work to crews Monitor operational performance through regular checks, ensuring standards are met and issues are addressed Manage employee relations tasks including return-to-work meetings, absence documentation, and one-to-ones Assist with rota planning, annual leave coordination, and resource management Respond to customer queries and complaints, liaising with internal teams to resolve issues efficiently Oversee vehicle and equipment usage, ensuring compliance and reporting any faults Provide cover for the Refuse Assistant Manager when required Support operational duties where needed, including frontline work during periods of absence Maintain high standards of health & safety and ensure all procedures and PPE requirements are followed Requirements Previous operational or supervisory experience is essential; however, candidates from outside the waste industry with transferable skills will be considered A Class 2 (Category C) HGV licence is desirable but not essential Valid CPC qualification (desirable) Understanding of transport legislation, including driver hours and the Working Time Directive (desirable) Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment Proactive, reliable, and safety-focused approach Physically capable of supporting operational duties when required Working Pattern Tuesday to Friday 9.25-hour shifts (starting at 5:45am) Some additional Saturday and Bank Holiday working may be required Why Work Through Hales Group? At Hales Group, we pride ourselves on delivering a tailored and supportive recruitment experience. Our experienced Consultants work closely with you to understand your skills and career goals, matching you with the right opportunity. We process all applications in line with our Equal Opportunities policy and may contact you regarding future opportunities. If you prefer not to be contacted, please let us know.

Role: Fostering Assessment Manager Location: Remote Contract: Full Time, Permanent - 35 hours per week Salary: Up to 49,000 per annum Benefits 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Car Allowance Company Pension Life Assurance Employee Discount Scheme About Us We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as leaving care services, residential, education and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. We are delighted to be seeking an Assessment Manager to join our established assessment team to provide support, robust leadership and management to the foster parent assessment process. This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your management skills within fostering and to become part of a highly supportive environment where the focus is on delivering high-quality foster parents for the country's most vulnerable children. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a passionate Assessment Manager, who shares our goal to achieve the very best outcomes for children and young people. As an Assessment Manager, you will take the lead in delivering high-quality foster parent recruitment and assessments, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, quality standards, and performance targets. You'll manage the end-to-end assessment journey, working closely with internal and external stakeholders. As an experienced social worker who is familiar with social work assessments and Form F assessment reports, you will have excellent organisational skills, an ability to meet deadlines, and demonstrate effective communication to achieve results. Key Responsibilities Oversee the recruitment and assessment of foster parents from enquiry through to panel approval Ownership of ensuring quality and timeliness of assessments Build strong partnerships with internal teams and external stakeholders Analyse data and trends to support service improvement and business planning Provide guidance and professional advice on fostering regulations and best practice Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding, ensuring all concerns are managed appropriately and promptly Contribute to panel processes, as required About You Hold a professionally recognised qualification in Social Work Must have a minimum of four years' experience as a qualified social worker in a children and family setting Strong experience/knowledge of foster parent recruitment and assessment, from generating enquiries to approval, including Form F, and the assessment and panel process Sound knowledge of fostering legislation, regulations, and standards Experience working with fostering panels and performance targets Excellent report writing, communication, and stakeholder management skills Must possess a full driving licence Fully proficient in the full suite of Microsoft Office We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,

About The Role Procurement Manager Tamworth Competitive salary, bonus, and excellent benefits Full Time, permanent position Are you looking for a senior Procurement position in a market leading company? Consider these questions. Do you have proven experience in a procurement category management role? Have you a proven track record of delivering procurement category strategies and achieved demonstrable benefits / financial savings? Have you designed and implemented procurement strategies that have delivered on service, quality, risk management and supply chain improvements, as well as financially? Are you keen to join an established, successful business which will value your skills? If you have answered 'Yes', we would really like to speak with you! We are phs Group, the leading hygiene services provider in the UK, Spain and Ireland. We have a role that is ideal for you, where you can really make a difference. Your skill will be appreciated here within phs Direct, which aims to deliver value for money and innovation in a role that is truly rewarding. Your role as Procurement Manager at phs Direct: You'll be responsible for designing, implementing, and improving a sourcing strategy for a stated category within an overall category management structure. Specifically, this would be for cleaning related categories including paper products, chemical products, and cleaning ancillaries / equipment. As our Procurement Category Manager, you'll be a role model for professional procurement practice, delivering high quality solutions for our fast paced organisation. Other key areas of your role include: Responsibility for key strategic national and international supplier selection and contract negotiations, relating to a defined category area (Paper Products, Chemical Products, Cleaning Ancillaries / Equipment) To deliver the procurement category strategy including sourcing activities which generate benefits and achieve financial savings targets Using insight and analysis of category and sub-category areas including spend and supply base, supply markets, market trends, and internal / external cost drivers Using procurement tools to develop and implement sourcing strategies, including supply market positioning, supply base profiles, supplier assessment and financial analysis, RFI, RFP, RFQ and Invitation to Tender, and eAuctions The ideal candidate: You'll require excellent communication skills, including the ability to influence and present with ease at Senior level (internal and external). You'll negotiate at the highest levels with suppliers on contracts up to c.£10m GBP. Your ability to analyse, evaluate and recommend on risk will be essential, as will objective decision making, lateral thinking and taking ownership. A CIPS qualification would be advantageous for this role. Experience we are looking for includes: Experience in a procurement category management role, in a cross functional environment. Demonstrable experience of delivery of a procurement category strategy and its benefits including financial savings. Experience of working successfully in a complex environment, with knowledge of how to deal with a high level of uncertainty around predicted or future demand. In return for your commitment and expertise: A competitive salary and annual bonus Company car or car allowance, laptop and phone Training opportunities to expand your skills. We offer accredited ILM training through external and in-house training 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (31 days in total) Buy / Sell holiday scheme Amazing employee discounts with major supermarkets and retailers with phsPerks Access to Virtual GP for you and your family Free Parking onsite so no parking costs Other benefits such as improved parental leave, a 24-hour wellbeing helpline, cycle to work scheme, pension scheme, life assurance and more Looking to move forward in your Procurement Career? We want to hear from you - Apply now. About phs: phs Group was founded in 1963 and are the leading provider for Hygiene Services in the UK, Spain and Ireland. We have over 120,000 customers across 300,000 locations incorporating numerous businesses during 62 years of business. phs Direct supplies thousands of customers with a wide range of washroom consumables and products ranging from cleaning materials and paper products to hand dryers. With over 25 years of experience, we provide the expertise and know how to help businesses save money on their consumables spend, delivered straight to their door. At phs, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination.

Purchasing Manager Electrical Wholesale To £60,000pa + bonus and benefits Leeds Supplying category-leading products, delivering sector leading levels of customer service, with ambitious expansion plans, looking to appoint a visionary Purchasing Manager to transform and lead their purchasing function in the pursuit of greater operational efficiency and profitability. This is a rare blank sheet opportunity to reimagine, restructure and use your experience to introduce best practice, to create and lead a purchasing function you can be proud of. The Role Reporting to the Operations Director you will be responsible for developing and implementing the purchasing strategy, supplier relationships, and inventory optimisation. Leading a small but capable team you will work closely with sales, finance, and warehouse operations to ensure a streamlined and commercially driven supply chain. Key Responsibilities Procurement & Supplier Management Oversee sourcing, negotiation, and supplier selection across a wide range of electrical components. Build and maintain strong relationships with UK, European, and global suppliers-including Far East sourcing where relevant. Negotiate pricing, terms, rebates, and service agreements to maximise margin and secure competitive advantage. Conduct regular supplier reviews and ensure consistent performance against KPIs. Inventory Optimisation & Forecasting Maintain optimal stock levels across a high-SKU product portfolio. Analyse sales forecasts, historical data, and market trends to make informed purchasing decisions. Minimise stockouts, obsolescence, and slow-moving items through proactive planning. Support the development of improved stock management processes and system efficiencies. Commercial & Operational Leadership Lead and mentor the small purchasing team, ensuring clarity, accountability, and continuous development. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align purchasing strategies with sales opportunities and operational needs. Provide regular reports and insights to senior management on market conditions, supplier performance, costs, and risks. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency and overall business performance. The Company One of the UK's leading independent electrical wholesalers who continue to invest heavily in their operations, supply chain, and product range. This is a long-established, highly respected organisation supplying OEMs, panel builders, industrial automation businesses, MRO operations, and specialist engineering clients across the UK and internationally. Due to their continued expansion and increased demand, they are keen to appoint a high calibre Purchasing Manager to join their senior management team and ensure the business maintains its reputation for exceptional availability and service. This is a fantastic opportunity for a procurement professional with strong technical purchasing experience looking for a fresh opportunity within a growing and forward-thinking business. You: Experience & Technical Skills Proven experience as a Finished Goods Purchasing Manager, Senior Buyer, or Procurement Lead ideally with some electrical distribution, electronics, engineering supply, or similar technical experience. Skilled in negotiation, supplier management, and contract discussions. Confident with ERP/MRP systems and comfortable working with complex data sets. Personal Attributes Commercially astute with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. A proactive, hands-on leader who can balance strategic thinking with day-to-day operational responsibilities. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Able to thrive in a fast-paced, growing business with high customer expectations. How to Apply So, if you are looking for a fresh and exciting opportunity, within an ambitious fast growing business, that will make the most of your skills, knowledge and experience, then look no further. Please submit your CV quoting job number 10420

A fantastic opportunity for a Technical Buyer to join a global manufacturing business based in Bognor Regis with a salary up to 45,000. Candidates will have previous experience within purchasing or procurement specifically within an electronics environment, at buyer, or category buyer level and be keen to progress in their career. Role responsibilities of the Technical Buyer include: Manage supplier relationships and act as the main point of contact for purchasing and supply activities, ensuring clear communication of engineering and production requirements. Ensure materials and components are ordered, delivered, and maintained at optimal inventory levels to support uninterrupted production schedules. Monitor supplier performance across cost, quality, and delivery, conducting regular reviews, negotiations, benchmarking, and continuous improvement activities. Resolve supply chain and delivery issues proactively, coordinating with internal teams and suppliers to minimise impact on production. Maintain accurate purchasing and MRP system data, including order management, planning codes, and inventory controls. Support wider materials and purchasing initiatives, including cost reduction, inventory optimisation, supplier transitions, and engineering change management. Person Specification of the Technical Buyer: Previous experience in purchasing or procurement, with a strong understanding of electronic components and PCB assembly processes. Excellent working knowledge of MRP and ERP systems, Kanban processes, order placement, and supplier expediting where required. Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the business. Highly organised, with excellent administrative and time management skills. Proven negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain strong relationships across the supply base. Salary Up to 45k This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a buyer, sourcing specialist, commodity manager, category manager, senior buyer, materials planner, materials controller or junior buyer.

We are delighted to be working with a well-established and growing food manufacturer to recruit a Senior Brand Manager. This is a newly-created, pivotal role within the business, offering the opportunity to take full ownership of brand strategy and play a key part in shaping future growth. With significant investment planned across innovation and brand development, including new product development capabilities, this is an exciting time to join a business that is evolving rapidly within its category. As Senior Brand Manager, you will lead the development and execution of brand strategy, ensuring a consistent and compelling presence across all channels. Reporting into the senior commercial leadership team, you will take a highly visible role in driving brand performance, innovation, and market impact. You will work cross-functionally to bring products and campaigns to life-from initial consumer insight through to successful retail execution. Key Responsibilities: -Own and develop the overall brand strategy, ensuring consistency across all touchpoints -Lead integrated marketing campaigns from concept through to execution and evaluation -Manage the end-to-end NPD pipeline in collaboration with internal teams -Analyse market trends, consumer insights, and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities -Track and evaluate campaign performance, delivering clear, actionable insights -Collaborate closely with sales, operations, and product teams to ensure commercial alignment -Manage brand budgets and ensure effective allocation of spend -Oversee relationships with external agencies, ensuring high-quality creative and delivery -Support and develop digital marketing initiatives across relevant channels -Present performance updates and strategic recommendations to senior stakeholders We are looking for a commercially driven, autonomous and insight-led brand professional who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. You will bring: -Proven experience in a Brand Manager or Senior Brand role within FMCG or food -Strong commercial awareness with the ability to turn insight into action -Experience delivering multi-channel marketing campaigns -Excellent analytical and data interpretation skills -Strong project management and stakeholder engagement capability -Experience managing budgets and external agencies -Confident communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels Why Apply? -Join a forward-thinking business with clear growth plans -High-visibility role with real influence on brand and commercial performance -Collaborative culture with a strong focus on innovation -Autonomous role with the scope to shape and elevate a well-established brand As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)

National Account Manager - Grocery Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire Salary: Competitive The Business Our client is a leading FMCG business with a portfolio of well-loved healthy snacking brands sold across the UK and internationally. Built on strong consumer demand, innovation and category leadership, the business continues to deliver impressive growth and is investing heavily in its next phase of expansion. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing commercial team and play a key role in driving growth across major retail customers. The Role As National Account Manager, you will take ownership of key grocery accounts, developing and delivering customer strategies that maximise sales, profitability and brand presence. Working closely with Category, Marketing, Supply Chain and Field Sales teams, you will be responsible for building strong customer partnerships, delivering joint business plans and ensuring exceptional execution both in-store and online. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver strategic account plans to achieve sales, profit and volume targets Own customer P&L, forecasting and budget management Build strong relationships across buying, category, supply chain and commercial functions within customer accounts Lead annual negotiations, range reviews and promotional planning Deliver joint business plans that create sustainable growth for both customer and business Work closely with Category and Marketing teams to utilise insights that drive commercial performance Maximise availability, distribution, visibility and promotional compliance across accounts Collaborate with Field Sales teams to ensure excellent in-store execution Analyse customer, market and category performance to identify growth opportunities Manage retailer systems and ensure accurate forecasting and reporting. About You We are looking for an ambitious and commercially driven National Account Manager, or a high-performing National Account Executive ready to step into their first NAM role. Experience & Skills FMCG account management experience with major grocery customers Strong commercial acumen with experience managing P&L responsibility Proven track record of delivering sales growth and commercial results Excellent negotiation and influencing skills Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate data into actionable insights Ability to build long-term customer relationships and work cross-functionally Highly organised with strong forecasting and planning skills Resilient, tenacious and results-focused approach Experience within snacking, grocery or wider FMCG categories would be advantageous Exposure to eCommerce or digital retail channels would be beneficial. What's On Offer Opportunity to join a fast-growing, market-leading FMCG business Ownership of key retail accounts with genuine autonomy Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture Excellent career development opportunities within a growing international organisation Competitive salary, bonus and benefits package The Advocate Group is a leading UK recruitment partner to the FMCG and consumer products sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy. The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Role: Portfolio Executive Location: Leeds Broadgate Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately 4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. What You'll be doing: As part of our dynamic portfolio team, you'll play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of new and existing products from concept through to launch. Working cross-functionally across the business, you'll help ensure projects are delivered on time, aligned to customer expectations, and contribute to Greencore's strategic KPIs and innovation plans. Key responsibilities include: Maintaining and updating the Project Master Plan to provide a live, accurate overview of all products progressing through the IBP process Supporting weekly and monthly ITP, IBP, Feasibility and S&G meetings, ensuring actions are tracked and followed through Managing documentation and reporting processes to keep key stakeholders informed and aligned Creating and maintaining product master documentation throughout the Stage & Gate product lifecycle Assisting with the effective delivery of projects through the Stage & Gate process to meet critical path timelines Coordinating Post Launch Reviews to evaluate financial, operational and sales performance, while capturing key learnings and continuous improvement opportunities Supporting range performance reviews, helping identify opportunities to improve profitability and portfolio performance Providing support across BAU activities in the absence of the Portfolio Manager, ensuring continuity across reporting, communication and escalation processes What We're Looking For We're looking for a highly organised and commercially aware individual who thrives in a fast-paced, data-driven environment and enjoys working collaboratively across multiple teams. You'll ideally have: Strong numerical and analytical skills, with experience interpreting and working with data Excellent stakeholder management and influencing abilities Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging stakeholders at all levels Experience supporting projects through their lifecycle against challenging KPIs, timelines and business objectives An understanding of manufacturing capability and food development processes Experience within a commercial environment, ideally within FMCG Knowledge of category management principles and commercial priorities Most importantly, you'll be proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about delivering successful products that make an impact. At Greencore we put our people at the core. We celebrate their differences and help everyone to be themselves at work. Together we make every day taste better. If this sounds like you join us, grow with Greencore and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and job-related benefits Holidays Competitive matched pension contributions Life insurance up to 4x salary Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies

Business Development Manager Northampton - £35k basic + uncapped commission + company car + excellent benefits Our client is a well-established Workwear and PPE organisation, due to continued growth and expansion they are now looking to recruit a Business Development Manager Your role will be to establish innovation, drive sales and provide industry leading knowledge in this category to reassure our trusted clients that our client has the experience, expertise and credibility to fully support them. The ideal candidate will be based in either of the following areas - Northampton, Kettering and Milton Keynes etc. Responsibilities include: To successfully identify new business opportunities and develop a new business pipeline through channels such as cold calling, visiting sites, LinkedIn and social media. Arrange and facilitate site visits for existing and prospect customers Have a proactive approach to sales and consistently achieve your activity and sales targets. Participate in weekly calling days to set up external face to face meetings. Convert prospects into trading accounts in line with the expectations of the profitability model and targets in both sales and gross profit and percentage. Identify leakage and lack of spend against contracts. Where necessary develop and follow a plan to ensure customers are compliant. To confidently present our offering to clients, providing them with reassurance of our ability to support in this category and to drive innovation. To build presentations and proposals in line with our company brand guidelines showcasing our solutions. Update and maintain all records on prospects and new accounts in CRM. Work with and alongside the Internal Accounts team to ensure smooth transition for all new customers. Build rapport and nurture customer relationships, ensuring client accounts remain profitable at all times. Support Account Managers in holding regular account reviews to make clients aware of updates in legislation, products, and innovation. To bring innovative ideas to our clients in the workwear category to ensure they receive an industry leading service. About You: Knowledge and experience of working within the PPE and Workwear industry is not essential but would be beneficial. Ideally would have recent experience of working within a new business environment where sales targets are consistently being achieved or exceeded. Desire to achieve and exceed targets. Excellent presentation skills. Benefits include: A base salary of up to £35,000 per annum with potential to increase Uncapped bonus / commission structure for meeting targets Potential for a hybrid working structure with the flexibility to work from home for part of the week Company mobile phone Company car Onsite parking Company merchandise

Job Type: Permanent Location: Oldbury, West Midlands Hours: 40 hours per week Competitive Salary & Benefits At Hayley Dexis we ve built-up our reputation over the course of the last five decades with stock, service and people at the core of everything we do. We are entering an exciting period of growth and our 1300 people, doing things the Hayley Way along with industry leading customer service are central to our success. We re excited to offer a brilliant opportunity for an Own Brand Development Manager with strong commercial expertise to make a real impact based in Oldbury. About the role: You will be responsible for driving the strategic growth of the Hayley Dexis own-brand portfolio across both new and existing markets. This role involves identifying and evaluating commercial opportunities, collaborating closely with product teams to develop and launch innovative, market-leading own-brand ranges, and ensuring alignment with broader business objectives. The position also requires providing hands-on support to national sales teams, equipping them with the necessary tools, insights, and guidance to maximise revenue and profitability from own-brand offerings. In addition, the role partners with marketing to develop and execute comprehensive go-to-market (GTM) strategies, ensuring successful product positioning, effective launch execution, and strong market penetration. What we re looking for in our Own Brand Development Manager: Experience in product, category, or commercial roles, ideally within own brand/private label Proven ability to identify and deliver growth opportunities across markets Experience collaborating cross-functionally with product, sales, and marketing teams Strong commercial awareness with the ability to analyse markets and drive performance Track record of supporting sales teams and contributing to go-to-market strategies Effective stakeholder management and organisational skills What you ll get in return: From 23 days annual leave (plus public/bank holidays) Bonus Scheme Company Vehicle Enhanced Pension Scheme Life assurance cover (x2 salary) Invitation to healthcare schemes Wellness programmes Training and development provided through our own Hayley Academy What to expect from our recruitment process: Initial screening Microsoft Teams interview with our Talent Acquisition Partner Face to face interview either in-person or Microsoft Teams Decision outcome We ll close this role on Friday 17th July, but may do so earlier if we receive strong interest so don t miss out. A final note Not sure you tick every box? Please don t let that stop you from applying. Need any reasonable adjustments? Just give our talent acquisition team a shout. Any questions on your mind? Please reach out to us at (url removed)

Join Howdens, as an Assistant Marketing Manager to play a key role in shaping and delivering our category marketing activity and be part of a fast-moving FTSE100 company. This is an initial 12-month fixed-term contract, based at "The Yard" in Raunds, Northamptonshire. Our offices offer a modern and engaging working environment, including a subsidised restaurant and free on-site parking. Based at this site, you'll work closely with our marketing team, as well as wider stakeholders across our commercial and digital teams. What You'll Do: Develop Go-to-Market Strategies:Collaborate with category and product development leaders to develop comprehensive go-to-market strategies and roadmaps for own label solutions, new product investments (NPI), range extensions and trading existing products, ensuring our propositions are effectively launched and promoted to our audience. Strategic Campaign & Brochures Leadership:Lead the charge in shaping and executing a robust category marketing plan that puts our products in the spotlight and drives business growth. Taking the helm in developing and rolling out engaging product and category campaigns, along with brochures that capture attention and resonate with our audience. Ensure Cohesive Communications:Partner with senior channel leads to ensure that our category marketing activation plans are cohesive and deliver the most effective ongoing communications experience for our customers and future customers. Collaborative Depot Support:Partner closely with wider Marketing team to ensure depots have the tools to trade the products with the marketing support materials that hit the mark, staying true to our brand essence. Forge Strong Supplier Relationships:Cultivate partnerships with suppliers to gather invaluable product and brand content tailored to Howdens, ensuring our depots have the support they need. Engage Stakeholders:Rally support from stakeholders across the board, ensuring alignment with our projects and objectives to drive success. What We Need from You: Category Marketing experience:Show us your stripes in Category and Product Marketing or Brand Marketing Communications, brochure planning and delivery, events, POS creation and strong ability to inspire channel marketing leads, particularly in fast-paced trade or retail environments-bonus if you have a knack for the kitchen trade industry. Master Planner:Bring your A-game in planning and organisation, juggling multiple priorities like a pro. Customer Focus:Be driven by a passion for delivering value to our customers through strategic marketing initiatives. Top-notch Communicator:Command the room with your presentation skills, captivating audiences at every level. Problem-Solving Whiz:Embrace challenges head-on, armed with your natural problem-solving prowess. Creative Thinker:Harness your creativity to spot new and innovative ways to solve communication challenges, motivating internal creative and content teams to deliver outstanding results. Desirable Qualifications:A CIM qualification would be the cherry on top, signalling your commitment to staying at the top of your marketing game. What we can offer you: Competitive salary and annual company bonus Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%) 25 days holiday + bank holidays Subsidised lunch at our onsite restaurant Staff Discount Employee Assistance Programme Exceptional Reward and Recognition events Ready to dive into the exciting world of product and category marketing? Don't miss out on the chance to be a driving force behind our marketing success. Apply now to join our energetic team. About Howdens: Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values. There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For. Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you. Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding. INDKSD

A successful and growing manufacturer requires a Procurement Manager. Applicants need procurement leadership experience within a manufacturing or engineering business, along with the ability to balance strategic sourcing, supplier management, inventory planning, and operational procurement activities. The Procurement Manager will lead a small procurement team. The role is responsible for ensuring continuity of supply, driving cost reduction initiatives, supporting new product introduction (NPI), and developing a resilient, high-performing supply base capable of supporting future business growth. Specific duties of the Procurement Manager include: Develop and execute procurement and sourcing strategies across direct materials, indirect spend, and new product introduction activities Build, develop, and manage supplier relationships, ensuring suppliers can support quality, delivery, cost, and growth objectives Negotiate commercial agreements and contracts to secure optimal terms and reduce supply chain risk Monitor and improve supplier performance against key metrics including quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost Collaborate closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, R&D, and Finance teams to support operational and business objectives Lead supplier selection, supplier audits, and supplier development activities Drive inventory optimisation, demand planning, and continuity of supply through effective use of ERP/MRP systems Assess and mitigate supply chain risks relating to sole-source suppliers, supplier stability, quality, sustainability, and product lifecycle challenges Support NPI and engineering change activities, ensuring materials and suppliers are in place to meet project timelines Lead and develop a small procurement team while driving continuous improvement across procurement processes and systems Procurement Manager applicants should meet the following criteria: Previous procurement experience within a manufacturing or engineering business, ideally operating within a regulated industry Experience operating at Procurement Manager, Purchasing Manager, Senior Buyer, Commodity Manager, Strategic Buyer, Category Manager, Materials Manager or Supply Chain Manager level Strong supplier management, supplier development, and commercial negotiation experience Experience sourcing technical products, components, assemblies, or engineered materials Knowledge of inventory management, forecasting, and supply planning principles Experience supporting NPI, product development, engineering change, or product lifecycle activities Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma experience advantageous

We currently offer a fantastic opportunity to join a successful Fresh Produce supplier, who are at the forefront of their product categories within the industry, supplying UK Retailers with the best produce from Worldwide Growers. As Senior National Account Manager , this position is a fundamental part of the successful supply of product to key customers. The successful Senior National Account Manager will work closely with the senior team to meet customer demand and offer & deliver the highest standard of customer satisfaction to key retail accounts. This is a pivotal position at a crucial and exciting time and offers a commercially driven individual the opportunity to become part of the passionate commercial team and support the success of the business going forward. Responsibilities include; Build honest and strong relationships with key commercial retail contacts, offering market leading category management Work as part of the team to ensure commercial expectations are met with outstanding service levels achieved Manage and develop large product categories with retail customers Manage and achieve sales, volumes, and service targets We require; Fresh Produce / Fresh Food experience, ideally within a Fruit category is essential. Ability to work within a demanding environment, whilst maintaining a high level of customer service Experience gained within a comparable role, having managed key retail customer accounts Confident, passionate, commercially driven individual, with a positive approach This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is seeking Commercial lead role in the fresh produce sector. Salary; Competitive, dependent on experience + Benefits Location; West Midlands