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Product Merchandising Manager Womenswear North West Flexible Working Up to £65,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits What's on Offer: Up to £65,000 salary Annual bonus Flexible working Excellent benefits package Significant career development opportunity The chance to shape and grow a strategically important category within a globally recognised sportswear brand A leading global sportswear brand is lookin click apply for full job details

Category Manager Greater Manchester Circa £45,000 Hybrid Working We are partnering with a highly fast-paced, entrepreneurial business to appoint a commercially driven Category Manager. This is a high-impact role for someone who is a trader at heart. Whilst inventory management, intake and product launches form part of the role, this is not simply about managing stock. It's about maximising every opportunity across all categories, driving sales performance and ensuring products are delivering their full commercial potential. You'll take ownership of your categories from supplier engagement and product selection through to launch, stock management and in-season trading. Success in this role comes from being proactive, commercially curious and relentlessly focused on driving performance. We're looking for someone from a Buying, Merchandising or Category Management background who understands how product, stock, pricing and customer demand work together to generate results. Someone who constantly has their finger on the pulse, challenges the status quo and leaves no stone unturned when identifying opportunities for growth! Key Responsibilities: Take full ownership of category performance, driving sales, margin and stock efficiency. Monitor daily and weekly trading performance, identifying opportunities and risks quickly. Use sales, stock and market data to make informed commercial decisions. Proactively identify opportunities to maximise sales from existing stock positions. React quickly to changing customer demand and market trends. Develop and execute trading strategies that optimise category performance throughout the season. Ensure all commercial decisions are aligned to profitability and business objectives. Manage the full product lifecycle from initial supplier engagement through to launch and in-season performance. Build commercially balanced ranges aligned to customer demand, market trends and business goals. Define product briefs including target pricing, margin expectations and product positioning. Collaborate with brands and suppliers to curate compelling product assortments. Ensure products are launched on time, within budget and in line with commercial expectations. Continuously review category performance to identify opportunities for range improvement and expansion. Work closely with suppliers and partners to maximise product opportunities. Identify new sourcing opportunities and alternative supply solutions where appropriate. Ensure supplier performance supports category growth, availability and profitability. Make data-led recommendations that improve category performance. Monitor competitor activity, pricing and market developments. Produce regular trading analysis and performance reviews. Support forecasting and stock planning activities to ensure optimum availability and stock health. Skills & Experience: Experience within Buying, Merchandising, Category Management or a similar commercial role. Strong understanding of category trading and commercial performance management. Proven ability to analyse sales and stock data and translate insights into action. Experience managing product ranges and supplier relationships. Strong commercial acumen with a clear understanding of pricing, margins and profitability. Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Advanced analytical capability with strong Excel and reporting skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience working with branded products and supplier partnerships. Experience within retail, wholesale, consumer goods or product-led businesses. Exposure to international sourcing and supplier management. BH36350

Category Manager Greater Manchester Circa £45,000 Hybrid Working We are partnering with a highly fast-paced, entrepreneurial business to appoint a commercially driven Category Manager. This is a high-impact role for someone who is a trader at heart. Whilst inventory management, intake and product launches form part of the role, this is not simply about managing stock. It's about maximising every opportunity across all categories, driving sales performance and ensuring products are delivering their full commercial potential. You'll take ownership of your categories from supplier engagement and product selection through to launch, stock management and in-season trading. Success in this role comes from being proactive, commercially curious and relentlessly focused on driving performance. We're looking for someone from a Buying, Merchandising or Category Management background who understands how product, stock, pricing and customer demand work together to generate results. Someone who constantly has their finger on the pulse, challenges the status quo and leaves no stone unturned when identifying opportunities for growth! Key Responsibilities: Take full ownership of category performance, driving sales, margin and stock efficiency. Monitor daily and weekly trading performance, identifying opportunities and risks quickly. Use sales, stock and market data to make informed commercial decisions. Proactively identify opportunities to maximise sales from existing stock positions. React quickly to changing customer demand and market trends. Develop and execute trading strategies that optimise category performance throughout the season. Ensure all commercial decisions are aligned to profitability and business objectives. Manage the full product lifecycle from initial supplier engagement through to launch and in-season performance. Build commercially balanced ranges aligned to customer demand, market trends and business goals. Define product briefs including target pricing, margin expectations and product positioning. Collaborate with brands and suppliers to curate compelling product assortments. Ensure products are launched on time, within budget and in line with commercial expectations. Continuously review category performance to identify opportunities for range improvement and expansion. Work closely with suppliers and partners to maximise product opportunities. Identify new sourcing opportunities and alternative supply solutions where appropriate. Ensure supplier performance supports category growth, availability and profitability. Make data-led recommendations that improve category performance. Monitor competitor activity, pricing and market developments. Produce regular trading analysis and performance reviews. Support forecasting and stock planning activities to ensure optimum availability and stock health. Skills & Experience: Experience within Buying, Merchandising, Category Management or a similar commercial role. Strong understanding of category trading and commercial performance management. Proven ability to analyse sales and stock data and translate insights into action. Experience managing product ranges and supplier relationships. Strong commercial acumen with a clear understanding of pricing, margins and profitability. Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Advanced analytical capability with strong Excel and reporting skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience working with branded products and supplier partnerships. Experience within retail, wholesale, consumer goods or product-led businesses. Exposure to international sourcing and supplier management. BH36350

Category Manager Greater Manchester Circa £45,000 Hybrid Working We are partnering with a highly fast-paced, entrepreneurial business to appoint a commercially driven Category Manager. This is a high-impact role for someone who is a trader at heart. Whilst inventory management, intake and product launches form part of the role, this is not simply about managing stock. It's about maximising every opportunity across all categories, driving sales performance and ensuring products are delivering their full commercial potential. You'll take ownership of your categories from supplier engagement and product selection through to launch, stock management and in-season trading. Success in this role comes from being proactive, commercially curious and relentlessly focused on driving performance. We're looking for someone from a Buying, Merchandising or Category Management background who understands how product, stock, pricing and customer demand work together to generate results. Someone who constantly has their finger on the pulse, challenges the status quo and leaves no stone unturned when identifying opportunities for growth! Key Responsibilities: Take full ownership of category performance, driving sales, margin and stock efficiency. Monitor daily and weekly trading performance, identifying opportunities and risks quickly. Use sales, stock and market data to make informed commercial decisions. Proactively identify opportunities to maximise sales from existing stock positions. React quickly to changing customer demand and market trends. Develop and execute trading strategies that optimise category performance throughout the season. Ensure all commercial decisions are aligned to profitability and business objectives. Manage the full product lifecycle from initial supplier engagement through to launch and in-season performance. Build commercially balanced ranges aligned to customer demand, market trends and business goals. Define product briefs including target pricing, margin expectations and product positioning. Collaborate with brands and suppliers to curate compelling product assortments. Ensure products are launched on time, within budget and in line with commercial expectations. Continuously review category performance to identify opportunities for range improvement and expansion. Work closely with suppliers and partners to maximise product opportunities. Identify new sourcing opportunities and alternative supply solutions where appropriate. Ensure supplier performance supports category growth, availability and profitability. Make data-led recommendations that improve category performance. Monitor competitor activity, pricing and market developments. Produce regular trading analysis and performance reviews. Support forecasting and stock planning activities to ensure optimum availability and stock health. Skills & Experience: Experience within Buying, Merchandising, Category Management or a similar commercial role. Strong understanding of category trading and commercial performance management. Proven ability to analyse sales and stock data and translate insights into action. Experience managing product ranges and supplier relationships. Strong commercial acumen with a clear understanding of pricing, margins and profitability. Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Advanced analytical capability with strong Excel and reporting skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience working with branded products and supplier partnerships. Experience within retail, wholesale, consumer goods or product-led businesses. Exposure to international sourcing and supplier management. BH36350

National Account Manager Convenience & Impulse St Albans 4 days per week on-site Competitive salary + bonus + benefits I m working with a £100m food brand looking to recruit a National Account Manager into their Impulse team, managing a portfolio of key customers across the Convenience channel, including Booker, Spar and Forecourts. Operating in a big on trend category, as a category leader this is a great opportunity. This is a brilliant opportunity for an existing NAM or strong Key Account Manager who wants to take ownership of an exciting channel within a fast-moving, brand-led FMCG business. You ll be responsible for day-to-day customer management, building joint business plans, delivering promotional activity, and supporting the wider Impulse team in achieving their annual plans. The role is hands-on, commercially focused, and will involve working closely with customers and internal teams to drive availability, visibility, distribution, and growth. Key Responsibilities: Manage a portfolio of Convenience customers including Booker, Spar and Forecourts Own budget planning, P&L, range review proposals and joint business plans Support new line listings and deliver promotional plans across the customer base Work with supply chain to ensure all ranged stores have stock and gaps are quickly addressed Use retailer systems to monitor performance, availability, compliance and promotional activity Build strong relationships across buying, supply chain, formats, merchandising and promotional planning Get out into store regularly to review activity, execution and competitor performance Work closely with Category to optimise existing ranges and build sell-in stories for NPD Partner with Shopper Marketing to agree media spend and activation strategy in line with brand plans Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, finance, marketing, customer service and NPD Qualifications: Existing National Account Manager or Key Account Manager within FMCG 2+ years account management experience dealing with FMCG buyers Right to work in the UK without sponsorship Educated to Bachelor s degree level Strong commercial understanding, including P&L, margin and promotional performance Results-orientated and able to deliver account/channel targets Strong selling skills with the ability to influence buyers and internal teams Excellent organisation, written and verbal communication skills A strong team player with a genuine passion for health, wellbeing and branded FMCG If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I d love to speak to you! Find out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career contact us today. Please get in touch with or click Apply Now to be considered for this vacancy: Call: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed) The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Wholesale Merchandiser Manchester Womenswear Circa £45,000 This is an opportunity to join one of the most recognisable fashion brands in the market today. With a strong presence across the UK, US, Europe and the Middle East, this business has built its reputation on delivering what others can't. The merchandising function is established, stable and highly respected, but it's now entering an exciting phase of evolution. With significant investment into systems, processes, frameworks and ways of working, the team is redefining how merchandising operates & overall, becoming more agile, more strategic and even more commercially effective. For an ambitious merchandiser, this is the chance to gain exposure to senior leadership, manage and develop people, and play a key role in a business that continues to grow and outperform in a challenging retail landscape. This brand continues to grow fast and you'll grow with it. Combining creativity and commerciality, retail and wholesale, structure and pace, this is a rare opportunity to make a genuine impact in a business that values your expertise and input. Why Join? Womenswear End-to-End Category Ownership Exciting, High Profile Partners High Visibility Across the Business Leadership & Development Opportunities Exposure to Retail & Wholesale Channels Fast-Growing, Profitable Business The Role: As the Wholesale Merchandiser, you'll sit at the heart of the product and wholesale operation, taking ownership of key categories and helping drive commercial performance across both retail and wholesale channels. You'll be responsible for planning, forecasting, trading and stock management, ensuring products move seamlessly from supplier through to customer. This role requires someone who can balance detail with big-picture thinking, spotting opportunities, identifying risks and driving proactive decisions. Working closely with Account Managers, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the business is maximising every opportunity within the order book whilst maintaining exceptional service levels. Key Responsibilities: Own and manage the wholesale order book, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and alignment with delivery schedules Drive planning, ordering and re-ordering activity across your categories Identify gaps, risks and opportunities within trading performance and take action accordingly Work collaboratively with Account Managers to maximise commercial opportunities Manage and maintain the WSSI, using forecasts, intake plans and trading performance to support decision-making Produce and analyse reports covering sales performance, sell-through, intake, freight and delivery schedules Support range planning through historical analysis, category performance reviews and commercial insight Lead monthly reporting for highlighting performance, opportunities and potential risks Take full ownership of the critical path from order placement through to delivery Monitor timelines and ensure delivery KPIs are consistently achieved Manage wholesale freight activity and work closely with warehouse teams to ensure stock arrives where and when it's needed Maintain strong supplier relationships and proactively resolve delivery issues Attend and lead regular trade meetings with both internal and external partners Collaborate closely with suppliers, retail partners and wholesale customers to manage orders and delivery updates Partner with Finance to ensure accurate invoicing and seamless reconciliation of wholesale orders Mentor and support an Assistant Merchandiser, contributing to their development and progression Champion best practice, process improvements and continuous development across the merchandising function Support markdown, repeat order and rebuy decisions across your categories Monitor competitor activity, market trends and customer demand to keep the business ahead of the curve About You: We're looking for an experienced and commercially driven Merchandiser who thrives in a fast-paced fashion environment. Proven merchandising experience within womenswear Experience working across wholesale, retail or ideally both channels Strong commercial awareness and excellent analytical skills Advanced Excel capability, including WSSI management, forecasting, Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs A thorough understanding of critical path management, freight and delivery scheduling The ability to manage multiple stakeholders across Buying, Sales, Finance, Marketing, Account Manager, Logistics and Supply Chain Exceptional organisation and attention to detail Strong communication and relationship-building skills A genuine passion for womenswear BBBH36372

Wholesale Merchandiser Manchester Womenswear Circa £45,000 This is an opportunity to join one of the most recognisable fashion brands in the market today. With a strong presence across the UK, US, Europe and the Middle East, this business has built its reputation on delivering what others can't. The merchandising function is established, stable and highly respected, but it's now entering an exciting phase of evolution. With significant investment into systems, processes, frameworks and ways of working, the team is redefining how merchandising operates & overall, becoming more agile, more strategic and even more commercially effective. For an ambitious merchandiser, this is the chance to gain exposure to senior leadership, manage and develop people, and play a key role in a business that continues to grow and outperform in a challenging retail landscape. This brand continues to grow fast and you'll grow with it. Combining creativity and commerciality, retail and wholesale, structure and pace, this is a rare opportunity to make a genuine impact in a business that values your expertise and input. Why Join? Womenswear End-to-End Category Ownership Exciting, High Profile Partners High Visibility Across the Business Leadership & Development Opportunities Exposure to Retail & Wholesale Channels Fast-Growing, Profitable Business The Role: As the Wholesale Merchandiser, you'll sit at the heart of the product and wholesale operation, taking ownership of key categories and helping drive commercial performance across both retail and wholesale channels. You'll be responsible for planning, forecasting, trading and stock management, ensuring products move seamlessly from supplier through to customer. This role requires someone who can balance detail with big-picture thinking, spotting opportunities, identifying risks and driving proactive decisions. Working closely with Account Managers, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the business is maximising every opportunity within the order book whilst maintaining exceptional service levels. Key Responsibilities: Own and manage the wholesale order book, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and alignment with delivery schedules Drive planning, ordering and re-ordering activity across your categories Identify gaps, risks and opportunities within trading performance and take action accordingly Work collaboratively with Account Managers to maximise commercial opportunities Manage and maintain the WSSI, using forecasts, intake plans and trading performance to support decision-making Produce and analyse reports covering sales performance, sell-through, intake, freight and delivery schedules Support range planning through historical analysis, category performance reviews and commercial insight Lead monthly reporting for highlighting performance, opportunities and potential risks Take full ownership of the critical path from order placement through to delivery Monitor timelines and ensure delivery KPIs are consistently achieved Manage wholesale freight activity and work closely with warehouse teams to ensure stock arrives where and when it's needed Maintain strong supplier relationships and proactively resolve delivery issues Attend and lead regular trade meetings with both internal and external partners Collaborate closely with suppliers, retail partners and wholesale customers to manage orders and delivery updates Partner with Finance to ensure accurate invoicing and seamless reconciliation of wholesale orders Mentor and support an Assistant Merchandiser, contributing to their development and progression Champion best practice, process improvements and continuous development across the merchandising function Support markdown, repeat order and rebuy decisions across your categories Monitor competitor activity, market trends and customer demand to keep the business ahead of the curve About You: We're looking for an experienced and commercially driven Merchandiser who thrives in a fast-paced fashion environment. Proven merchandising experience within womenswear Experience working across wholesale, retail or ideally both channels Strong commercial awareness and excellent analytical skills Advanced Excel capability, including WSSI management, forecasting, Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs A thorough understanding of critical path management, freight and delivery scheduling The ability to manage multiple stakeholders across Buying, Sales, Finance, Marketing, Account Manager, Logistics and Supply Chain Exceptional organisation and attention to detail Strong communication and relationship-building skills A genuine passion for womenswear BBBH36372

MERCHANDISER HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS SECURITY LADIES FASHION UP TO £60,000 DOE For this opportunity, you'll find yourself emerged creative side of merchandising as you'll work closely to your design and buying teams on the new, commercial and profitable ranges that are being bought for the business. This business is one of the best performing retailers in the last 5 years. This brand really care about the product they offer to their consumer. As the Merchandiser you will be actively involved in the set up of new reporting tools and the roll out of WSSI's. You will trade and de-risk your category area by having a commercial approach to knowing your best sellers and how to capitalise on newness whilst ensuring that your Junior and Assistants are accountable for their own trading areas. AS THE MERCHANDISER, YOU WILL BE: Forecasting stock within inventory plans with the support of junior members of your team Balancing pricing, risk profile and category, supplier profiles, colour, and mixes throughout all product ranges each season Build and implement WSSI & OTB management to ensure sales and stock targets are achieved. You will be responsible for identifying best sellers and move on's that the team need to focus on to generate new sales. Review product and supplier mix's with your Buyer to ensure that the right product, quality and designs are being brought into the business Building strategy, lessons learnt and weekly trade packs for the wider team, whilst being confident in presenting your suggestions and actions to senior management. Establish a consistent pricing architecture across your ranges whilst being mindful of the competition and any promotional activity you wish to implement Manage the range in conjunction with the Head of Merchandising, along with the Buying & Design team ensuring that the best product is being brought into the business You will conduct market specific promotions and activity to grow the business, this is a great opportunity to have autonomy within a merchandising function Analysing and collating data to provide support to the team in decision making. Constantly monitor and review online performance in order to potentialise profit Ensure that your team are b new range implementation and ranging amendments. Ensuring correct stock quantities are ordered and replenishment levels loaded. Responsible for monthly Re-forecast whilst feeding back key actions to the Senior and Head of Merchandising. You will protect your department by reviewing your cover each week and will make commercial decisions about getting new product or repeats into the business You will be a motivating line manager who is approachable to all junior colleagues If you're looking for a new opportunity where there is real opportunity for growth then this is the role for you. BBBH34398

Assistant Manager Surbiton (Part Time) Job description and person specification Imagine being told that you, or someone you love, is losing their sight. In that moment, two profound questions demand urgent answers: Can this be stopped? How will I live my life? Currently, research into preventing and treating sight loss is chronically underfunded, receiving a mere 1.2% of publicly funded health research grants: people who are blind or vision impaired are three times more likely to experience loneliness and isolation than the general population. We find and fund the brilliant minds and bright ideas that put change in sight. Our researchers are at the forefront, making breakthroughs and discoveries that will prevent, treat and cure eye disease. The partnerships we build and initiatives we support are changing life for blind and vision impaired people. We are Fight for Sight: we won t stop until we: Save Sight. Change Lives. We have a clear ambition and have the support of well-respected and highly engaged ambassadors. We are now looking for experienced, committed, and creative individuals to join our dynamic team to help realise a new five-year growth strategy. You ll be part of something impactful, we d love to hear from you. We are now looking for experienced, committed, and creative individuals to join our dynamic team as we devise and launch a new five-year strategy. You ll be part of something impactful, we d love to hear from you. The Assistant Manager will play a crucial role in the future growth of our newly merged charity and the impact that we can achieve through partnership for people with sight loss. Responsible to Commercial Manager Direct reports Immediately responsible for recruiting and developing a team of dedicated volunteers. In due course the role and responsibilities may grow in line with organisational growth and priorities. Working hours and contract Permanent, part-time 21 hours, 3 days per week but flexible over a seven-day rota Salary £15,124 PTE, Location Surbiton How to Apply Please submit your CV and a covering letter with subject header Assistant Manager Surbiton (Part Time) Your covering letter should include a supporting statement (max two pages) comprising why you think you are an ideal candidate for the role, what applicable experience you ll bring and why you want to work for Fight for Sight? Closing date for applications: Rolling Early applications are encouraged. We will be interviewing on a rolling basis; therefore, we will close the vacancy as soon as we have found the right candidate. Important note: All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we do not have a sponsoring license for non-UK employees which means that if you do not have a current, valid UK working permit, please do not apply, as we will not be able to consider your application. Role Responsibilities Purpose of Job To coach, lead and manage a team of volunteers Drive sales performance to exceed targets, maximising cost efficiency Maximise shop profits through delivery of the retail strategy, including income, gift aid donor sign up and conversion, donations and other income generators. To achieve compliance with relevant regulation e.g., health and safety and safeguarding, whilst adhering to all policies and procedures To promote strong relations within the local community to enhance the profile and good name of the charity Main Responsibilities To deliver shop income plan To achieve gift aid income objectives, donor sign up and conversion. Improving processes to deliver maximum value, coaching colleagues to success To support and manage volunteer pricing to ensure items are processed in line with policies and procedures, recognising and thanking the team for their contribution To develop a culture of ownership and follow up within own team and volunteers To adhere to safe, legal & secure requirements and standards for the shop, both front and back of house To induct, train and coach new colleagues, as evidenced through induction paperwork and development plans To role model and promote effective team communication, celebrating success and sharing best practice To liaise closely with the Warehouse Manager, Volunteer Manager and Commercial Manager To role model exceptional customer service to supporters and donors, providing feedback in a timely manner To ensure the highest standards of customer care and service are demonstrated by self, line reports and volunteers Promote, monitor and act on internal and external customer feedback To evidence effective local networking to generate donations and volunteer engagement, including local business and other stakeholders To monitor and check security of stock and debrief variances with the Commercial Manager To proactively assess own development needs and seek out development opportunities to enhance contribution to Retail objectives and operations To take ownership of good housekeeping for all areas of responsibility To accept responsibility and carry out any other task commensurate to the role Person specification: Skills, knowledge & experience Sales and Profit Monitor and be accountable for sales and category performance, as well as ensure that the team are aware of and engaged in the shop s financial performance Foster a creative and entrepreneurial shop environment where team members seek to maximise income in new and innovative ways both within the shop and through a variety of channels, such as community events Manage the team to maximise income from Gift Aid on donated products Ensure that all of Fight for Sight s financial procedures are adhered to and executed in a timely fashion by the shop team Shop Floor Ensure sourcing sufficient levels of donated stock locally in collaboration with the shop team Establish efficient and commercially successful stock processing systems (such as pricing, quality standards, consumer safety, stock density and culling stock), including backroom systems and ensure these are adhered to by the volunteer team. Ensure that all legal and Fight for Sight s internal regulations regarding donated stock are adhered to Inspire the team to provide a great customer and donor experience, which enables Fight for Sight to attract new supporters every day. Ensure that feedback, including complaints are escalated to the Area Manager within the agreed timeframes Empower the team to create original, appropriate and commercially successful visual merchandising displays, including shop windows Make sure that all procedures for the sale of new products are followed by the volunteer team (if applicable) Work with the Commercial Manager to ensure our shops are in good condition, maximise their potential and are fit for purpose Provide a safe and healthy working environment and ensure that all team members are aware of and operate within Fight for Sight s health and safety policies and procedures, including waste management and customer safety Leadership Volunteers Recruit, induct, and retain an inclusive and diverse volunteer team, which is large enough in numbers and capable to maximise the shop s income and profitability and guarantee the smooth running of the shop. Maintain an empowered, well trained, motivated and engaged volunteer team with excellent levels of communication at team and individual level. Connect the volunteer team with Fight for Sight s work and help them to understand the value of their contribution Leadership - Paid Staff Recruit, induct, and retain an inclusive and diverse volunteer team, which is large enough in numbers and capable to maximise the shop s income and profitability and guarantee the smooth running of the shop. Maintain an empowered, well trained, motivated and engaged volunteer team with excellent levels of communication at team and individual level. Connect the volunteer team with Fight for Sight s work and help them to understand the value of their contribution. Management - being part of Fight for Sight Play active part in the charity, including attending and contributing to all-staff meetings Play a key role in enabling the shop to represent Fight for Sight and increase the knowledge of the local community about our mission and work Be accountable for the integration of the shop into the local community in collaboration with the shop team Empower the team to respond to all appeals and fundraising opportunities. Adhere to and enforce Fight for Sight safeguarding policies. Other Required to adhere to Fight for Sight s mission and values Understanding of and commitment to adhere to equality, diversity, and staff health and wellbeing principles Personal qualities The ability to work under pressure whilst remaining calm and organised To be receptive to change and to act as a change agent The ability to maintain excellent rapport with staff, volunteers, supporters, and donors To demonstrate a calm and logical approach to problem solving To consistently demonstrate a dedicated approach to the quality of customer service and team working . click apply for full job details

Are you an ambitious commercial professional with experience managing major UK retail accounts? We're looking for a National Account Manager to take ownership of a high-profile retail account, drive growth, and unlock new opportunities within a dynamic, employee-owned FMCG business. The Role You'll be responsible for managing and growing existing accounts while identifying and securing new business opportunities. This is a highly commercial, hands-on position where you'll build strong relationships across multiple functions - from Sales and Supply Chain to Product Development and Merchandising - ensuring customer satisfaction and long-term growth. Key Responsibilities: Full autonomy and responsibility for a major retail account Identifying and securing new business opportunities and product listings Developing strong cross-functional relationships with retail partners Collaborating with Procurement and Supply Chain to optimise service and stock management Delivering compelling, insight-led presentations using category data (IRI and internal sources) Managing and reporting sales performance and contract balances About You: Minimum 3 years' account management experience with UK retailers (Own Label experience preferred) Food industry background strongly preferred, though other FMCG categories considered Proven ability to win new business and deliver growth Confident negotiator with excellent communication and interpersonal skills Highly organised, detail-oriented, and commercially driven

Founded in 2003 Wasabi's vision is to lovingly create and serve delicious Asian food for a busy nation. Wasabi now has 40 thriving restaurants across London and major UK cities and 4 in New York and in 2019, we introduced Wasabi Home Bento to the grocery channel , launching exclusively in Sainsbury s . Building on that success, the grocery business broadened its reach to Tesco in September 2022, followed by exciting launches in Co-op and Morrisons in 2024. Wasabi grocery has seen phenomenal growth and is now a £62m RSV brand. Wasabi proudly stands as the No. 2 chilled ready-meal brand in the market , consistently attracting new customers to the category through an innovative East Asian range. Wasabi s menu is celebrated for its unique character, exceptional freshness, and bold flavours. Our diverse range is designed to delight a wide audience, delivering both comfort and excitement with every bite. We have an ambitious 5-year growth strategy, focusing on new restaurants, franchise partnerships, and international expansion. As we prepare for our next phase of growth and innovation, we have an incredibly exciting opportunity for a Marketing Director to join our Marketing Team based in Park Royal. The Role: This is a key role in Wasabi s growth strategy to double the size of the business in the next five years. The Marketing Director will oversee our brand building activity with focus on driving penetration and conversion in our 40-strong UK restaurant business and through our grocery partners. The successful candidate will shape the overall strategy to build on Wasabi s credentials to become a trusted and loved brand. The role will lead a team responsible for the development and delivery of all current and future propositions and marketing activity to achieve our growth ambitions and drive commercial success. They will partner with the Food Team to bring customer insight to our menu development and ensure we capitalise on trends in the QSR and grocery markets. Key Responsibilities: Develop and evolve the Wasabi brand vision, personality and values to inform our creative strategy, visual identity and tone of voice. Act as the guardian to ensure consistent representation of our brand throughout the customer journey Develop and implement the three-year brand strategy aligning across our restaurant and grocery businesses and driving synergies where possible Oversee a robust and data-led process for reviewing marketing activity to drive continuous improvement in ROI Lead a cross-functional team to drive restaurant like-for-like sales growth, maximising transaction value through alignment of marketing activity, product availability and in-restaurant customer experience Bring customer and trend insight to the food development process, partnering with the food and commercial teams to capitalize on opportunities whilst maintaining alignment to our brand promise Champion sustainability and that ESG considerations are applied to marketing activity, product development and packaging decisions Lead a cross-functional team on packaging design and development alongside the Procurement and Food teams Source and develop new product or sales channel opportunities and drive them through to compelling customer propositions, working closely with the Restaurant Operations teams Support the successful opening of equity owned restaurants and any co-marketing activity for franchise partnerships Define and implement Wasabi s PR and social strategy to develop a balanced and broad dialogue with our customers and the wider public. Optimise both business (LinkedIn) and social (TikTok, Instagram etc) channels Oversee our agency and supplier partnerships to ensure return on investment and adherence to our service levels and impact Lead the pricing strategy for restaurants menus - executing pricing and promotional changes and evaluating performance and impact Develop and implement a Restaurant commercial playbook and lead a cross-functional working group to establish local restaurant marketing strategy and establish a local vs centrally managed approach Partner with Area Managers to develop an understanding in operations about sales drivers and how operational teams can maximise sales and brand perception Lead merchandising optimization and range reviews to maximise transaction value, alongside the Operations & Food teams Maintain a climate that attracts, retains and motivates a high performing team Our Requirements: The ideal candidate for this role will be a commercial marketing leader with extensive experience of driving results in QSR, retail or hospitality environment, alongside solid exposure to FMCG. They should demonstrate the ability to balance short-term sales driving activity whilst balancing long-term brand development. Candidates should be educated to degree level, ideally with a post graduate Marketing qualification. They will also need to demonstrate: Strategic thinking with a passion for working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment Data literacy with the ability to speak to the numbers Strong commercial acumen and financial literacy, with a solid understanding of business drivers and the ability to evaluate campaign performance and ROI Experience in developing, managing and working within budgets Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and thrives on building strong working relationships. Able to build trust and credibility across the business A track record of building creative and ground-breaking marketing campaigns and well-versed in understanding current trends on social and digital Excellent leadership capabilities with the ability to build a high-performing and engaged team In Return we provide: A great working environment Pension scheme Target Bonus Refer A Friend Scheme Free Sushi or hot food (vegan options available) 50% discount in our Branches Employee Assistant Programme (a service providing health and wellbeing support) Long Service Awards Wagestream - a financial wellbeing benefit that lets you access your pay as you earn it in real time and manage savings Life Assurance Cycle To Work Free on-site parking A variety of discounts (shopping, food & drink, entertainment and health & fitness) through Perkbox and The opportunity to develop your skills within a growing company. Our people make us who we are. If you're looking for an exciting challenge and this sounds like the job for you please apply today as we can't wait to hear from you. COME ROLL WITH US!

Founded in 2003 Wasabi's vision is to lovingly create and serve delicious Asian food for a busy nation. Wasabi now has 40 thriving restaurants across London and major UK cities and 4 in New York and in 2019, we introduced Wasabi Home Bento to the grocery channel , launching exclusively in Sainsbury s . Building on that success, the grocery business broadened its reach to Tesco in September 2022, followed by exciting launches in Co-op and Morrisons in 2024. Wasabi grocery has seen phenomenal growth and is now a £62m RSV brand. Wasabi proudly stands as the No. 2 chilled ready-meal brand in the market , consistently attracting new customers to the category through an innovative East Asian range. Wasabi s menu is celebrated for its unique character, exceptional freshness, and bold flavours. Our diverse range is designed to delight a wide audience, delivering both comfort and excitement with every bite. We have an ambitious 5-year growth strategy, focusing on new restaurants, franchise partnerships, and international expansion. As we prepare for our next phase of growth and innovation, we have an incredibly exciting opportunity for a Marketing Director to join our Marketing Team based in Park Royal. The Role: This is a key role in Wasabi s growth strategy to double the size of the business in the next five years. The Marketing Director will oversee our brand building activity with focus on driving penetration and conversion in our 40-strong UK restaurant business and through our grocery partners. The successful candidate will shape the overall strategy to build on Wasabi s credentials to become a trusted and loved brand. The role will lead a team responsible for the development and delivery of all current and future propositions and marketing activity to achieve our growth ambitions and drive commercial success. They will partner with the Food Team to bring customer insight to our menu development and ensure we capitalise on trends in the QSR and grocery markets. Key Responsibilities: Develop and evolve the Wasabi brand vision, personality and values to inform our creative strategy, visual identity and tone of voice. Act as the guardian to ensure consistent representation of our brand throughout the customer journey Develop and implement the three-year brand strategy aligning across our restaurant and grocery businesses and driving synergies where possible Oversee a robust and data-led process for reviewing marketing activity to drive continuous improvement in ROI Lead a cross-functional team to drive restaurant like-for-like sales growth, maximising transaction value through alignment of marketing activity, product availability and in-restaurant customer experience Bring customer and trend insight to the food development process, partnering with the food and commercial teams to capitalize on opportunities whilst maintaining alignment to our brand promise Champion sustainability and that ESG considerations are applied to marketing activity, product development and packaging decisions Lead a cross-functional team on packaging design and development alongside the Procurement and Food teams Source and develop new product or sales channel opportunities and drive them through to compelling customer propositions, working closely with the Restaurant Operations teams Support the successful opening of equity owned restaurants and any co-marketing activity for franchise partnerships Define and implement Wasabi s PR and social strategy to develop a balanced and broad dialogue with our customers and the wider public. Optimise both business (LinkedIn) and social (TikTok, Instagram etc) channels Oversee our agency and supplier partnerships to ensure return on investment and adherence to our service levels and impact Lead the pricing strategy for restaurants menus - executing pricing and promotional changes and evaluating performance and impact Develop and implement a Restaurant commercial playbook and lead a cross-functional working group to establish local restaurant marketing strategy and establish a local vs centrally managed approach Partner with Area Managers to develop an understanding in operations about sales drivers and how operational teams can maximise sales and brand perception Lead merchandising optimization and range reviews to maximise transaction value, alongside the Operations & Food teams Maintain a climate that attracts, retains and motivates a high performing team Our Requirements: The ideal candidate for this role will be a commercial marketing leader with extensive experience of driving results in QSR, retail or hospitality environment, alongside solid exposure to FMCG. They should demonstrate the ability to balance short-term sales driving activity whilst balancing long-term brand development. Candidates should be educated to degree level, ideally with a post graduate Marketing qualification. They will also need to demonstrate: Strategic thinking with a passion for working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment Data literacy with the ability to speak to the numbers Strong commercial acumen and financial literacy, with a solid understanding of business drivers and the ability to evaluate campaign performance and ROI Experience in developing, managing and working within budgets Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and thrives on building strong working relationships. Able to build trust and credibility across the business A track record of building creative and ground-breaking marketing campaigns and well-versed in understanding current trends on social and digital Excellent leadership capabilities with the ability to build a high-performing and engaged team In Return we provide: A great working environment Pension scheme Target Bonus Refer A Friend Scheme Free Sushi or hot food (vegan options available) 50% discount in our Branches Employee Assistant Programme (a service providing health and wellbeing support) Long Service Awards Wagestream - a financial wellbeing benefit that lets you access your pay as you earn it in real time and manage savings Life Assurance Cycle To Work Free on-site parking A variety of discounts (shopping, food & drink, entertainment and health & fitness) through Perkbox and The opportunity to develop your skills within a growing company. Our people make us who we are. If you're looking for an exciting challenge and this sounds like the job for you please apply today as we can't wait to hear from you. COME ROLL WITH US!