Ready to take ownership of Specifications & Artwork within a fast-paced Product Development environment? We're working with an established food manufacturer to recruit an experienced Specifications & Artwork Coordinator to join their Product Development team. This is a key role sitting at the heart of the NPD process, responsible for ensuring specifications and artwork are delivered accurately, on time and in line with critical paths. You'll lead a small specialist team while working closely with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders to keep projects moving from the creative stage through to launch. The Role You'll take ownership of the Specifications & Artwork function, ensuring the team delivers right-first-time results while maintaining visibility across multiple NPD projects and changing deadlines. You'll be responsible for: Managing and supporting a team of Specifications & Artwork Technologists. Maintaining and managing NPD critical paths from concept through to launch. Ensuring specifications and artwork are accurate and delivered within agreed timescales. Working closely with customers and internal stakeholders to agree and manage project timelines. Monitoring product change authorisations and specification-related change management. Managing customer specification portals and ensuring information remains accurate and up to date. Acting as a key point of contact for specification and artwork queries. Providing guidance on food labelling, retailer policies and relevant food legislation. Supporting Technical audits with product, specification and artwork queries. Identifying issues early, managing priorities and escalating where necessary. Driving continuous improvement across specifications and artwork processes. Developing team members through regular feedback, coaching and personal development planning. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone with a strong understanding of food specifications, artwork and retailer requirements, who is comfortable managing multiple projects and influencing stakeholders. You'll ideally have: Previous experience within Specifications, Artwork, Technical, Product Development or a similar food industry role. Strong knowledge of retailer policies relating to Product Development, raw materials and food legislation. Detailed understanding of Stage & Gate, specification and artwork processes. Experience using retailer specification and artwork systems. Experience managing multiple projects against critical paths and changing deadlines. Previous experience managing, mentoring or coordinating a team. Excellent planning, organisation and time management skills. Strong communication skills, with the confidence to work with customers, suppliers and colleagues at all levels. A proactive approach to challenging existing processes and driving continuous improvement. Strong IT skills, particularly Excel, Word, Teams and SAP. A relevant degree would be advantageous, although equivalent industry experience will be considered. Why This Opportunity? This is a role where you'll have genuine ownership and visibility across the NPD process. You'll be at the centre of the relationship between Product Development, customers, Technical and Artwork, ensuring products move from creative concept through to successful launch. If you're currently working in Specifications, Artwork or Technical and are ready to take the next step into a role with greater ownership, team leadership and influence across NPD, this could be an excellent opportunity. Interested? Apply today for a confidential conversation or call Adam on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
Aug 20, 2026
Full time
Ready to take ownership of Specifications & Artwork within a fast-paced Product Development environment? We're working with an established food manufacturer to recruit an experienced Specifications & Artwork Coordinator to join their Product Development team. This is a key role sitting at the heart of the NPD process, responsible for ensuring specifications and artwork are delivered accurately, on time and in line with critical paths. You'll lead a small specialist team while working closely with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders to keep projects moving from the creative stage through to launch. The Role You'll take ownership of the Specifications & Artwork function, ensuring the team delivers right-first-time results while maintaining visibility across multiple NPD projects and changing deadlines. You'll be responsible for: Managing and supporting a team of Specifications & Artwork Technologists. Maintaining and managing NPD critical paths from concept through to launch. Ensuring specifications and artwork are accurate and delivered within agreed timescales. Working closely with customers and internal stakeholders to agree and manage project timelines. Monitoring product change authorisations and specification-related change management. Managing customer specification portals and ensuring information remains accurate and up to date. Acting as a key point of contact for specification and artwork queries. Providing guidance on food labelling, retailer policies and relevant food legislation. Supporting Technical audits with product, specification and artwork queries. Identifying issues early, managing priorities and escalating where necessary. Driving continuous improvement across specifications and artwork processes. Developing team members through regular feedback, coaching and personal development planning. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone with a strong understanding of food specifications, artwork and retailer requirements, who is comfortable managing multiple projects and influencing stakeholders. You'll ideally have: Previous experience within Specifications, Artwork, Technical, Product Development or a similar food industry role. Strong knowledge of retailer policies relating to Product Development, raw materials and food legislation. Detailed understanding of Stage & Gate, specification and artwork processes. Experience using retailer specification and artwork systems. Experience managing multiple projects against critical paths and changing deadlines. Previous experience managing, mentoring or coordinating a team. Excellent planning, organisation and time management skills. Strong communication skills, with the confidence to work with customers, suppliers and colleagues at all levels. A proactive approach to challenging existing processes and driving continuous improvement. Strong IT skills, particularly Excel, Word, Teams and SAP. A relevant degree would be advantageous, although equivalent industry experience will be considered. Why This Opportunity? This is a role where you'll have genuine ownership and visibility across the NPD process. You'll be at the centre of the relationship between Product Development, customers, Technical and Artwork, ensuring products move from creative concept through to successful launch. If you're currently working in Specifications, Artwork or Technical and are ready to take the next step into a role with greater ownership, team leadership and influence across NPD, this could be an excellent opportunity. Interested? Apply today for a confidential conversation or call Adam on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
Packaging Technologist Location - Deeside / Hybrid working (determined by the needs of the workload, projects and client meetings, but with a minimum of 2 - 3 days per week onsite) Hours - 8am - 5pm, with 30 minutes for lunch Salary - depends on experience Benefits - 25 days holiday a year, plus bank holidays Private Healthcare provision following successful probationary period PRB scheme Overview - You will be responsible for the delivery of Own Brand Packaging on shelf for a fast paced and dynamic client, with a scope that covers technical aspects, including fit for purpose, quality, on-time and accurate packaging specification. You will drive supplier provision and client approval of physical packaging associated with NPD and EPD, in-line with the client's stage gate process. You will work with all stakeholders to deliver to a set of best working practices that ensures timely and accurate delivery of all services to this client and ensure all expectations are met. Company -Working for a global packaging and branding agency on one of their major FMCG retail clients The role - Engage with and drive supplier interaction on packaging for NPD/ EPD activity. Build, manage and report on project-based approach. Lead basic day to day packaging agenda within NPD/ EPD gate process and engage with cross functional stakeholders to provide support in delivering packaging project activity. Communicate accurately, with credibility to internal and external stakeholders. Liaise with key external client partners (product and packaging suppliers) and shape activity to meet client packaging needs. Product & Packaging briefing - Working with Trading managers and product suppliers to ensure suppliers are briefed with clear packaging and print requirements including timings for NPD and EPD Product and Packaging review - Working with Trading Managers, suppliers and packaging suppliers to ensure packaging sample submission to the brief in-line with product submissions. Manage the feedback on samples for further iterative packaging development as required. Product and Packaging sign-off - Working with Trading Managers, suppliers and packaging suppliers to ensure packaging sample submission to the brief, in-line with product submissions for sign-off. Post product and packaging sign-off Ensuring correct packaging specification on all systems. Print and packaging assurance vs requirements through to launch. Ongoing to manage any packaging quality issues with actions and outputs through to completion and close out with relevant internal and external stakeholders. Work collaboratively with the Trading, Merchandising, Technical, Development and Packaging Innovation teams. Stakeholder engagement will be with, but not exclusive to: Trading Managers, Packaging Innovation, Program and Packaging Delivery Manager, Packaging Artwork Project Managers, Packaging Design Team, Product suppliers, Packaging suppliers, Packaging material suppliers. Qualifications/Requirements - Basic experience in a packaging role. Demonstrable professional experience working to manage packaging across a range of substrates/ materials and product categories Previous exposure to FMCG environment Driven - delivers at pace Excellent communicator, at all levels, who is organised and calm under pressure Friendly, approachable and flexible Must be capable of removing barriers effectively Team player An openness to change and challenge, as well as ability to think out of the box Ability to multitask and prioritise time allocation across multiple stakeholder groups and active tasks. Tenaciousness, positivity, flexibility, confidence and determination are all vital attributes for this role. Interviews are being conducted as soon as possible for this vacancy, so if you are interested please get in touch as soon as possible and register your details with us Please note; we will not pass on any of your details without prior consent! Key words; packaging, packaging technologist, packaging development, NPD , new product development
Aug 19, 2026
Full time
Packaging Technologist Location - Deeside / Hybrid working (determined by the needs of the workload, projects and client meetings, but with a minimum of 2 - 3 days per week onsite) Hours - 8am - 5pm, with 30 minutes for lunch Salary - depends on experience Benefits - 25 days holiday a year, plus bank holidays Private Healthcare provision following successful probationary period PRB scheme Overview - You will be responsible for the delivery of Own Brand Packaging on shelf for a fast paced and dynamic client, with a scope that covers technical aspects, including fit for purpose, quality, on-time and accurate packaging specification. You will drive supplier provision and client approval of physical packaging associated with NPD and EPD, in-line with the client's stage gate process. You will work with all stakeholders to deliver to a set of best working practices that ensures timely and accurate delivery of all services to this client and ensure all expectations are met. Company -Working for a global packaging and branding agency on one of their major FMCG retail clients The role - Engage with and drive supplier interaction on packaging for NPD/ EPD activity. Build, manage and report on project-based approach. Lead basic day to day packaging agenda within NPD/ EPD gate process and engage with cross functional stakeholders to provide support in delivering packaging project activity. Communicate accurately, with credibility to internal and external stakeholders. Liaise with key external client partners (product and packaging suppliers) and shape activity to meet client packaging needs. Product & Packaging briefing - Working with Trading managers and product suppliers to ensure suppliers are briefed with clear packaging and print requirements including timings for NPD and EPD Product and Packaging review - Working with Trading Managers, suppliers and packaging suppliers to ensure packaging sample submission to the brief in-line with product submissions. Manage the feedback on samples for further iterative packaging development as required. Product and Packaging sign-off - Working with Trading Managers, suppliers and packaging suppliers to ensure packaging sample submission to the brief, in-line with product submissions for sign-off. Post product and packaging sign-off Ensuring correct packaging specification on all systems. Print and packaging assurance vs requirements through to launch. Ongoing to manage any packaging quality issues with actions and outputs through to completion and close out with relevant internal and external stakeholders. Work collaboratively with the Trading, Merchandising, Technical, Development and Packaging Innovation teams. Stakeholder engagement will be with, but not exclusive to: Trading Managers, Packaging Innovation, Program and Packaging Delivery Manager, Packaging Artwork Project Managers, Packaging Design Team, Product suppliers, Packaging suppliers, Packaging material suppliers. Qualifications/Requirements - Basic experience in a packaging role. Demonstrable professional experience working to manage packaging across a range of substrates/ materials and product categories Previous exposure to FMCG environment Driven - delivers at pace Excellent communicator, at all levels, who is organised and calm under pressure Friendly, approachable and flexible Must be capable of removing barriers effectively Team player An openness to change and challenge, as well as ability to think out of the box Ability to multitask and prioritise time allocation across multiple stakeholder groups and active tasks. Tenaciousness, positivity, flexibility, confidence and determination are all vital attributes for this role. Interviews are being conducted as soon as possible for this vacancy, so if you are interested please get in touch as soon as possible and register your details with us Please note; we will not pass on any of your details without prior consent! Key words; packaging, packaging technologist, packaging development, NPD , new product development
Job Title: Quality Manager Location: Peterborough Salary: £45,000 Industry: Food Manufacturing Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:00am 4:30pm (40 hours per week) Quality Manager Benefits: Competitive salary of £45,000 4% employer pension contribution Healthcare benefits Enhanced maternity & paternity pay Death in Service benefit 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Career development and training opportunities Key Quality Manager Responsibilities: Lead the site's Food Safety and Quality function. Deputise for the Technical Manager when required. Manage and develop the Laboratory team. Ensure compliance with BRCGS, HACCP and customer standards. Lead customer complaints, investigations and root cause analysis (RCA). Drive improvements in GMP, Food Safety and Quality Culture across the site. Support customer and third-party audits, ensuring corrective actions are completed. Work closely with Operations and Engineering to improve quality performance. Manage traceability, laboratory performance and supplier quality issues. Support NPD projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Quality Manager Requirements: Essential: Previous Quality Manager or Senior Quality experience within food manufacturing. Strong knowledge of BRCGS, HACCP and food safety legislation. Degree in Food Science, Microbiology or a related discipline. Experience managing audits, quality systems and customer requirements. Strong leadership, communication and coaching skills. Excellent problem-solving and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) experience. Desirable: Laboratory management experience. Knowledge of VACCP and TACCP. Experience supporting NPD projects.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Quality Manager Location: Peterborough Salary: £45,000 Industry: Food Manufacturing Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:00am 4:30pm (40 hours per week) Quality Manager Benefits: Competitive salary of £45,000 4% employer pension contribution Healthcare benefits Enhanced maternity & paternity pay Death in Service benefit 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Career development and training opportunities Key Quality Manager Responsibilities: Lead the site's Food Safety and Quality function. Deputise for the Technical Manager when required. Manage and develop the Laboratory team. Ensure compliance with BRCGS, HACCP and customer standards. Lead customer complaints, investigations and root cause analysis (RCA). Drive improvements in GMP, Food Safety and Quality Culture across the site. Support customer and third-party audits, ensuring corrective actions are completed. Work closely with Operations and Engineering to improve quality performance. Manage traceability, laboratory performance and supplier quality issues. Support NPD projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Quality Manager Requirements: Essential: Previous Quality Manager or Senior Quality experience within food manufacturing. Strong knowledge of BRCGS, HACCP and food safety legislation. Degree in Food Science, Microbiology or a related discipline. Experience managing audits, quality systems and customer requirements. Strong leadership, communication and coaching skills. Excellent problem-solving and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) experience. Desirable: Laboratory management experience. Knowledge of VACCP and TACCP. Experience supporting NPD projects.
Quality Compliance Supervisor Tiverton Salary: £30 000 (depending on experience) About the Role We are looking for an organised and proactive Quality NPD & Compliance Supervisor to join our growing food manufacturing business. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in food production, quality, or technical compliance who enjoys managing multiple projects while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and product quality. Working closely with the Technical Manager, you will coordinate new product development (NPD) projects from concept through to launch, while supporting the site's quality management systems and ensuring compliance with food safety and customer requirements. Key Responsibilities Coordinate New Product Development (NPD) projects from concept to launch. Gather supplier specifications and technical information for new products. Maintain accurate product files, specifications, and development records. Arrange customer product samples and monitor project progress. Support the Technical Manager in maintaining food safety and quality systems. Monitor production quality and ensure products consistently meet agreed standards. Assist in investigating production issues and implementing corrective actions. Maintain supplier approval documentation and technical records. Carry out supplier approval checks for new suppliers. Participate in internal audits and support external customer and certification audits. Manage traceability exercises and support product recall procedures. Deliver training on quality procedures and food safety requirements. Support continuous improvement initiatives across production and technical departments. About You We're looking for someone who has: Experience within a food manufacturing or Drinks environment. Previous experience in Technical, Quality Assurance, Compliance, or New Product Development. A good understanding of HACCP, GMP, food safety legislation, and quality management systems. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office. Desirable HACCP qualification. Internal Auditor experience. Experience working with BRCGS standards. Knowledge of retailer technical requirements. What We Offer Competitive salary. Full-time permanent position. Company pension. On-site parking. Employee discount. Ongoing training and development opportunities. Opportunity to play a key role within a growing food manufacturing business. If you're passionate about food quality, product development, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team committed to producing high-quality products while maintaining the highest food safety standards.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Quality Compliance Supervisor Tiverton Salary: £30 000 (depending on experience) About the Role We are looking for an organised and proactive Quality NPD & Compliance Supervisor to join our growing food manufacturing business. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in food production, quality, or technical compliance who enjoys managing multiple projects while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and product quality. Working closely with the Technical Manager, you will coordinate new product development (NPD) projects from concept through to launch, while supporting the site's quality management systems and ensuring compliance with food safety and customer requirements. Key Responsibilities Coordinate New Product Development (NPD) projects from concept to launch. Gather supplier specifications and technical information for new products. Maintain accurate product files, specifications, and development records. Arrange customer product samples and monitor project progress. Support the Technical Manager in maintaining food safety and quality systems. Monitor production quality and ensure products consistently meet agreed standards. Assist in investigating production issues and implementing corrective actions. Maintain supplier approval documentation and technical records. Carry out supplier approval checks for new suppliers. Participate in internal audits and support external customer and certification audits. Manage traceability exercises and support product recall procedures. Deliver training on quality procedures and food safety requirements. Support continuous improvement initiatives across production and technical departments. About You We're looking for someone who has: Experience within a food manufacturing or Drinks environment. Previous experience in Technical, Quality Assurance, Compliance, or New Product Development. A good understanding of HACCP, GMP, food safety legislation, and quality management systems. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office. Desirable HACCP qualification. Internal Auditor experience. Experience working with BRCGS standards. Knowledge of retailer technical requirements. What We Offer Competitive salary. Full-time permanent position. Company pension. On-site parking. Employee discount. Ongoing training and development opportunities. Opportunity to play a key role within a growing food manufacturing business. If you're passionate about food quality, product development, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team committed to producing high-quality products while maintaining the highest food safety standards.
Senior NPD Technologist Location: County Durham Package: up to 37,000 plus 1-day WFH Are you an experienced food innovator with a passion for bringing exciting products to market? We're looking for a Senior NPD Technologist to play a key role in developing and launching new products across retail and branded portfolios, while driving continuous product improvement and innovation. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, leading projects from concept through to launch and working closely with commercial, technical, procurement and production teams. The Role As a Senior NPD Technologist, you'll take ownership of a varied portfolio of NPD, EPD, value engineering and ingredient-led projects. You'll be responsible for turning customer briefs into commercially viable products, leading factory trials and ensuring successful product launches. You'll also support and mentor junior team members and act as a key link between development, technical, procurement and commercial functions. Key Responsibilities Lead the development of new and improved food products from concept to launch. Translate retailer and customer briefs into innovative, commercially viable products. Conduct market and trend research to identify new opportunities. Develop and reformulate recipes to meet customer, technical and financial requirements. Source and evaluate new ingredients alongside procurement and technical teams. Organise and manage factory trials, product testing and shelf-life validation. Review and approve product artwork and supporting documentation. Support nutritional analysis, product claims and cooking instruction development. Ensure compliance with food safety, allergen and retailer requirements. Manage product launch handovers and cross-functional project meetings. Drive continuous improvement across NPD processes, systems and ways of working. Mentor junior NPD team members and support their development. Deputise for the NPD Manager when required. About You We're looking for someone who combines creativity with strong technical expertise and excellent project management skills. You'll ideally have: Previous experience in an NPD role within food manufacturing. Strong knowledge of product development processes from concept to launch. Experience managing retailer accounts and customer-facing projects. Understanding of thermal processing, shelf-life testing and nutritional compliance. Knowledge of food safety legislation, HACCP and allergen management. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience mentoring or managing junior team members. A proactive, innovative and solutions-focused approach. Full UK driving licence. What's in it for you? Opportunity to lead high-profile product development projects. Exposure to major retailers and cross-functional business teams. A varied and fast-paced role with genuine autonomy. Chance to mentor and develop others while progressing your own career. Supportive and collaborative working environment. If you're passionate about food innovation and thrive on seeing products move from idea to supermarket shelf, click apply !
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Senior NPD Technologist Location: County Durham Package: up to 37,000 plus 1-day WFH Are you an experienced food innovator with a passion for bringing exciting products to market? We're looking for a Senior NPD Technologist to play a key role in developing and launching new products across retail and branded portfolios, while driving continuous product improvement and innovation. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, leading projects from concept through to launch and working closely with commercial, technical, procurement and production teams. The Role As a Senior NPD Technologist, you'll take ownership of a varied portfolio of NPD, EPD, value engineering and ingredient-led projects. You'll be responsible for turning customer briefs into commercially viable products, leading factory trials and ensuring successful product launches. You'll also support and mentor junior team members and act as a key link between development, technical, procurement and commercial functions. Key Responsibilities Lead the development of new and improved food products from concept to launch. Translate retailer and customer briefs into innovative, commercially viable products. Conduct market and trend research to identify new opportunities. Develop and reformulate recipes to meet customer, technical and financial requirements. Source and evaluate new ingredients alongside procurement and technical teams. Organise and manage factory trials, product testing and shelf-life validation. Review and approve product artwork and supporting documentation. Support nutritional analysis, product claims and cooking instruction development. Ensure compliance with food safety, allergen and retailer requirements. Manage product launch handovers and cross-functional project meetings. Drive continuous improvement across NPD processes, systems and ways of working. Mentor junior NPD team members and support their development. Deputise for the NPD Manager when required. About You We're looking for someone who combines creativity with strong technical expertise and excellent project management skills. You'll ideally have: Previous experience in an NPD role within food manufacturing. Strong knowledge of product development processes from concept to launch. Experience managing retailer accounts and customer-facing projects. Understanding of thermal processing, shelf-life testing and nutritional compliance. Knowledge of food safety legislation, HACCP and allergen management. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience mentoring or managing junior team members. A proactive, innovative and solutions-focused approach. Full UK driving licence. What's in it for you? Opportunity to lead high-profile product development projects. Exposure to major retailers and cross-functional business teams. A varied and fast-paced role with genuine autonomy. Chance to mentor and develop others while progressing your own career. Supportive and collaborative working environment. If you're passionate about food innovation and thrive on seeing products move from idea to supermarket shelf, click apply !
NPD Project Manager - Food Somerset Up to £50,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced NPD Project Manager with a passion for food innovation? We're recruiting for an exciting opportunity with a premium food business seeking an experienced NPD professional to lead the development of high-quality own-brand food products across a diverse portfolio click apply for full job details
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
NPD Project Manager - Food Somerset Up to £50,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced NPD Project Manager with a passion for food innovation? We're recruiting for an exciting opportunity with a premium food business seeking an experienced NPD professional to lead the development of high-quality own-brand food products across a diverse portfolio click apply for full job details
Range Planner - Convenience Range Planner - Convenience The location of the role is Paddington, London (hybrid working). The duration of the contract is 6 months. The pay rate on offer is 275 - 350 per day (via Umbrella agency). The client is a multinational high-street retailer. Summary As a Range planner you will build ranges that are curated for the Convenience channels, make product areas easy for customers to shop, support 'best in town' display principles and efficient replenishment. Provide a customer and operational perspective with regards to range within the categories and work closely with the Commercial teams and Franchise Partners. Partner the Supply Chain in the delivery of product space that focusses on excellent displays and appropriate cost to meet credible displays. Ensure ranges & planograms to agreed timeframes through effective workload management. To partner the New Product Development (NPD) to ensure products are aligned with strategy. Key accountabilities of the role Build and execute maintenance of Convenience category ranges, ensuring that they are updated to agreed critical path and display and operational principles Work closely with Commercial Managers to curate ranges and sign off with Franchise Partners. Analyse product and store inventory data to settle the best attribution of micro space, to optimise operational efficiency and shelf fill Lead product attributes and customer decision trees to support execution of relevant displays and ranges Play a key role in leading the display strategy with Display teams, making recommendations in line with display principles, as well as supporting in the building of planograms. Work closely with Convenience store & retail teams to drive right first time launches and integrate feedback into range builds. Regularly visit competitors in the convenience market to keep track of innovation and current trends. Key skills and experience Knowledge of the Space Range, Display, NPD, Supply Chain and Procurement processes and critical paths Excellent project management with attention to detail and high degree of accuracy Proactivity and solution driven Excellent ranging analysis, interpretation and problem-solving skill Good knowledge of Microsoft Suite including Microsoft Excel If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Aug 14, 2026
Contractor
Range Planner - Convenience Range Planner - Convenience The location of the role is Paddington, London (hybrid working). The duration of the contract is 6 months. The pay rate on offer is 275 - 350 per day (via Umbrella agency). The client is a multinational high-street retailer. Summary As a Range planner you will build ranges that are curated for the Convenience channels, make product areas easy for customers to shop, support 'best in town' display principles and efficient replenishment. Provide a customer and operational perspective with regards to range within the categories and work closely with the Commercial teams and Franchise Partners. Partner the Supply Chain in the delivery of product space that focusses on excellent displays and appropriate cost to meet credible displays. Ensure ranges & planograms to agreed timeframes through effective workload management. To partner the New Product Development (NPD) to ensure products are aligned with strategy. Key accountabilities of the role Build and execute maintenance of Convenience category ranges, ensuring that they are updated to agreed critical path and display and operational principles Work closely with Commercial Managers to curate ranges and sign off with Franchise Partners. Analyse product and store inventory data to settle the best attribution of micro space, to optimise operational efficiency and shelf fill Lead product attributes and customer decision trees to support execution of relevant displays and ranges Play a key role in leading the display strategy with Display teams, making recommendations in line with display principles, as well as supporting in the building of planograms. Work closely with Convenience store & retail teams to drive right first time launches and integrate feedback into range builds. Regularly visit competitors in the convenience market to keep track of innovation and current trends. Key skills and experience Knowledge of the Space Range, Display, NPD, Supply Chain and Procurement processes and critical paths Excellent project management with attention to detail and high degree of accuracy Proactivity and solution driven Excellent ranging analysis, interpretation and problem-solving skill Good knowledge of Microsoft Suite including Microsoft Excel If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Looking for a commercially focused, end-to-end role with real ownership? Looking to be responsible for shaping brand strategy? Want to work for a reputable long-standing manufacturer? You'll be responsible for shaping brand strategy, managing product ranges, and delivering measurable growth. Working closely with sales, NPD and marketing teams, you'll take products from concept through to launch and ongoing performance optimisation. Own and manage a designated brand portfolio end-to-end. Deliver category and range reviews, identifying opportunities to improve performance and margin. Analyse sales, market and competitor data to drive informed decisions. Develop and execute go-to-market strategies and product launches. Manage budgets to maximise brand visibility and ROI. Work cross-functionally to deliver impactful marketing campaigns. Identify new product opportunities through market and customer insight. Collaborate with NPD to bring new products to market successfully. About the Company: Working with a reputable power tools manufacturer with excellent quality products and a well-established presence within trade and DIY. Due to an internal promotion, a role within this organisation has become available. Key Skills/Experience Required: Proven experience in brand, product or category management. Strong commercial awareness with the ability to interpret data and drive decisions. Experience managing product launches and go-to-market strategies. Confidence working with budgets and performance metrics. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders. A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on results. Experience within tools/DIY is highly desirable. This is an office-based role, however could be remote for someone with exceptional experience! Salary/Benefits Information: £40,000 - £45,000 34 Days Holiday Bonus Benefits Contact: Rebecca Isaac Job Reference: RI/104556 Candidate Care: By responding to this advert you consent to Cavendish Maine processing the personal data included within this application. If your application is successful we will contact you to discuss the opportunity in more detail, within 48 hours of receiving your application. Should you not hear from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please be advised that if unsuccessful for this role we may keep your details in our hold file, during which time you may be contacted for other suitable vacancies. If you do not want us to do this please call us to advise. In the meantime, we would like to thank you for your interest in Cavendish Maine.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Looking for a commercially focused, end-to-end role with real ownership? Looking to be responsible for shaping brand strategy? Want to work for a reputable long-standing manufacturer? You'll be responsible for shaping brand strategy, managing product ranges, and delivering measurable growth. Working closely with sales, NPD and marketing teams, you'll take products from concept through to launch and ongoing performance optimisation. Own and manage a designated brand portfolio end-to-end. Deliver category and range reviews, identifying opportunities to improve performance and margin. Analyse sales, market and competitor data to drive informed decisions. Develop and execute go-to-market strategies and product launches. Manage budgets to maximise brand visibility and ROI. Work cross-functionally to deliver impactful marketing campaigns. Identify new product opportunities through market and customer insight. Collaborate with NPD to bring new products to market successfully. About the Company: Working with a reputable power tools manufacturer with excellent quality products and a well-established presence within trade and DIY. Due to an internal promotion, a role within this organisation has become available. Key Skills/Experience Required: Proven experience in brand, product or category management. Strong commercial awareness with the ability to interpret data and drive decisions. Experience managing product launches and go-to-market strategies. Confidence working with budgets and performance metrics. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders. A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on results. Experience within tools/DIY is highly desirable. This is an office-based role, however could be remote for someone with exceptional experience! Salary/Benefits Information: £40,000 - £45,000 34 Days Holiday Bonus Benefits Contact: Rebecca Isaac Job Reference: RI/104556 Candidate Care: By responding to this advert you consent to Cavendish Maine processing the personal data included within this application. If your application is successful we will contact you to discuss the opportunity in more detail, within 48 hours of receiving your application. Should you not hear from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please be advised that if unsuccessful for this role we may keep your details in our hold file, during which time you may be contacted for other suitable vacancies. If you do not want us to do this please call us to advise. In the meantime, we would like to thank you for your interest in Cavendish Maine.
Join one of the UK's most reputable chilled food groups as their next New Product Development Manager, at a site that has secured a multiple million pound investment and is rapidly expanding. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced NPD professional to take the lead on innovation, drive real commercial impact and be a key face of the business in front of customers. As NPD Manager, you will own and drive the NPD and Innovation programme across the site, managing a robust Stage & Gate process that delivers products right first time, on brief and on time. You will build a proactive innovation pipeline covering NPD, EPD and new concepts, aligned to business strategy, food trends and category insight, while ensuring every product delivers on eating quality, operational capability, food safety and commercial viability. You will be a key customer-facing representative for the business, leading presentations, benchmarking sessions and product showcases, and building strong, lasting relationships with major retailer and customer teams. Confidence in front of the customer is essential, as is the ability to manage critical paths effectively, keep launch plans on track and communicate project status, risks and mitigation plans clearly and proactively. Leading a team including a Senior NPD Technologist, Junior NPD Technologist and NPD Apprentice, you will coach and develop your team, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement, while working closely with Operations, Technical, Commercial, Procurement and Planning to keep everything moving in the right direction. To succeed in this role, you will bring solid NPD experience gained within food manufacturing, ideally chilled, along with a genuine passion for food, strong commercial awareness and a track record of managing teams and customer relationships with confidence. If you are ready to bring your NPD expertise to a business investing seriously in its future, please get in touch with Nicola Richardson on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) to find out more. 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)
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Join one of the UK's most reputable chilled food groups as their next New Product Development Manager, at a site that has secured a multiple million pound investment and is rapidly expanding. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced NPD professional to take the lead on innovation, drive real commercial impact and be a key face of the business in front of customers. As NPD Manager, you will own and drive the NPD and Innovation programme across the site, managing a robust Stage & Gate process that delivers products right first time, on brief and on time. You will build a proactive innovation pipeline covering NPD, EPD and new concepts, aligned to business strategy, food trends and category insight, while ensuring every product delivers on eating quality, operational capability, food safety and commercial viability. You will be a key customer-facing representative for the business, leading presentations, benchmarking sessions and product showcases, and building strong, lasting relationships with major retailer and customer teams. Confidence in front of the customer is essential, as is the ability to manage critical paths effectively, keep launch plans on track and communicate project status, risks and mitigation plans clearly and proactively. Leading a team including a Senior NPD Technologist, Junior NPD Technologist and NPD Apprentice, you will coach and develop your team, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement, while working closely with Operations, Technical, Commercial, Procurement and Planning to keep everything moving in the right direction. To succeed in this role, you will bring solid NPD experience gained within food manufacturing, ideally chilled, along with a genuine passion for food, strong commercial awareness and a track record of managing teams and customer relationships with confidence. If you are ready to bring your NPD expertise to a business investing seriously in its future, please get in touch with Nicola Richardson on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) to find out more. 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)
W Talent are delighted to be partnering with an established manufacturing business based in Redditch to recruit a Development / Formulation Chemist. This is an opportunity to join an experienced Technical team, playing a key role in the development and commercialisation of innovative products. Job Description Reporting to the NPD Manager, the Development / Formulation Chemist will be responsible for developing, improving and commercialising product formulations from initial concept through to full-scale manufacture. You will take ownership of laboratory trials, formulation development, raw material evaluation, product optimisation and manufacturing scale-up, working closely with teams across Technical, Quality, Regulatory, Production and Commercial. This role would suit an experienced Formulation Chemist looking for a hands-on position where they can influence new product development, drive innovation and see projects progress from idea through to launch. Key Responsibilities Develop, optimise and commercialise new product formulations from concept through to production. Conduct laboratory trials, stability testing, compatibility testing and product performance evaluations. Evaluate and select raw materials, ingredients and additives to support product development. Improve existing formulations to enhance performance, quality and cost effectiveness. Support product scale-up activities, ensuring successful transfer from laboratory to manufacturing. Investigate and resolve formulation, manufacturing and raw material challenges. Develop technical documentation, formulation records, specifications and test reports. Work closely with Quality, Regulatory, Production, Procurement and Commercial teams. Research emerging technologies, ingredients and market trends to support innovation. Support continuous improvement initiatives across product development processes. Key Requirements Previous experience within a Formulation Chemist, Development Chemist or R&D Chemist role. Experience developing and optimising formulations within a manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of formulation principles, raw materials and product performance testing. Experience taking products from initial concept through to commercialisation. Experience supporting manufacturing scale-up and production troubleshooting. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail. Advantageous Requirements Experience within chemicals, homecare, personal care, cosmetics or a similar regulated industry. Knowledge of surfactant chemistry, emulsions, preservatives and speciality additives. Experience working with stability testing and laboratory evaluation techniques. Experience supporting NPD projects from development through to launch. Details & Benefits Salary of 35,000 - 40,000 depending on experience. Early finish on a Friday. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Death in service benefit. Access to Aviva and Bupa Employee Assistance Programmes. Digital healthcare. Cycle to Work scheme. On-site parking available. Opportunity to join an established Technical team within a successful manufacturing business. A hands-on role offering the opportunity to develop innovative products and make a real impact. To find out more about this opportunity, or to discuss your career in confidence, please get in touch with Molly Rushby at W Talent.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
W Talent are delighted to be partnering with an established manufacturing business based in Redditch to recruit a Development / Formulation Chemist. This is an opportunity to join an experienced Technical team, playing a key role in the development and commercialisation of innovative products. Job Description Reporting to the NPD Manager, the Development / Formulation Chemist will be responsible for developing, improving and commercialising product formulations from initial concept through to full-scale manufacture. You will take ownership of laboratory trials, formulation development, raw material evaluation, product optimisation and manufacturing scale-up, working closely with teams across Technical, Quality, Regulatory, Production and Commercial. This role would suit an experienced Formulation Chemist looking for a hands-on position where they can influence new product development, drive innovation and see projects progress from idea through to launch. Key Responsibilities Develop, optimise and commercialise new product formulations from concept through to production. Conduct laboratory trials, stability testing, compatibility testing and product performance evaluations. Evaluate and select raw materials, ingredients and additives to support product development. Improve existing formulations to enhance performance, quality and cost effectiveness. Support product scale-up activities, ensuring successful transfer from laboratory to manufacturing. Investigate and resolve formulation, manufacturing and raw material challenges. Develop technical documentation, formulation records, specifications and test reports. Work closely with Quality, Regulatory, Production, Procurement and Commercial teams. Research emerging technologies, ingredients and market trends to support innovation. Support continuous improvement initiatives across product development processes. Key Requirements Previous experience within a Formulation Chemist, Development Chemist or R&D Chemist role. Experience developing and optimising formulations within a manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of formulation principles, raw materials and product performance testing. Experience taking products from initial concept through to commercialisation. Experience supporting manufacturing scale-up and production troubleshooting. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail. Advantageous Requirements Experience within chemicals, homecare, personal care, cosmetics or a similar regulated industry. Knowledge of surfactant chemistry, emulsions, preservatives and speciality additives. Experience working with stability testing and laboratory evaluation techniques. Experience supporting NPD projects from development through to launch. Details & Benefits Salary of 35,000 - 40,000 depending on experience. Early finish on a Friday. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Death in service benefit. Access to Aviva and Bupa Employee Assistance Programmes. Digital healthcare. Cycle to Work scheme. On-site parking available. Opportunity to join an established Technical team within a successful manufacturing business. A hands-on role offering the opportunity to develop innovative products and make a real impact. To find out more about this opportunity, or to discuss your career in confidence, please get in touch with Molly Rushby at W Talent.
Research & Development Managers - Why You Should Apply Push the science, not just repeat it: This South Wales site is becoming the group's centre of excellence for technical gummies. Simpler products run in their millions at sister sites, so the tougher work lands on your desk: high-activity formulations and delivery formats many manufacturers can't offer. You'll build firsts, not reformulations. A say in how it's built: R&D is undergoing reshaping, and you'll set the structure rather than inherit it. How the team is organised, how projects run, where the priorities sit. Global impact : You'll join a global group with 15 manufacturing sites and R&D teams across the UK, US, Poland, Germany, Austria, Italy and China. There is an opportunity to collaborate with the sister sites to swap ideas, and a formulation you create here could be commercialised on the other side of the world. A package that fits the remit: Up to 65,000 for an established R&D Manager, plus a bonus scheme and flexible start and finish times, so you can do the school run or miss the worst of the traffic without booking a half day. Your salary, benefits & hours of work 45,000 to 65,000 depending on experience (top of the range for an established R&D Manager) Annual bonus scheme (subject to company performance) 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising with length of service Company pension, 4x life assurance and company sick pay after probation Flexible start and finish between 7:30am and 5:30pm (8-hour day), core hours 9:30am to 3:30pm. Site based in South Wales, with home working for the occasional emergency What you'll do as the R&D Manager You'll lead formulation development and the R&D team, taking products from first concept through to commercial manufacture. Lead the development and scale-up of new vitamin, mineral and supplement formulations Run around five or six major customer projects at a time, alongside process-improvement work with engineering and manufacturing Act as the technical face to customers, sales and project managers during development Line manage a team of scientists, technicians and coordinators, including appraisals, 1:1s and resource planning Keep development compliant with GMP and food supplement regulations Partner with ingredient suppliers and universities, so you see new ingredients and delivery formats before the market does What you'll need to apply for the R&D Manager Hands-on experience developing and commercialising supplement products, ideally gummies or softgels. A nutraceutical or pharma NPD background also works if you can move at supplement pace Full line-management experience, including appraisals, 1:1s and resource planning A degree, or equivalent, in food science, pharmaceutical science, chemistry, nutrition or a related discipline Interested in the Research and Development Manager position? Click Apply to find out more or call the office quoting R&D Manager to discuss. If you click ' Apply ', we may contact you via email, phone & text message regarding this job, other jobs (current and future), and related recruitment services. You can OPT OUT at any time; full details are in our Privacy Policy at (url removed) or find the policy in the Sigma website footer. Location and postcode of the advert are approximate. Don't include special category data or referee contact details in your application or CV. We use AI to triage applications, but a human makes the final decision.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Research & Development Managers - Why You Should Apply Push the science, not just repeat it: This South Wales site is becoming the group's centre of excellence for technical gummies. Simpler products run in their millions at sister sites, so the tougher work lands on your desk: high-activity formulations and delivery formats many manufacturers can't offer. You'll build firsts, not reformulations. A say in how it's built: R&D is undergoing reshaping, and you'll set the structure rather than inherit it. How the team is organised, how projects run, where the priorities sit. Global impact : You'll join a global group with 15 manufacturing sites and R&D teams across the UK, US, Poland, Germany, Austria, Italy and China. There is an opportunity to collaborate with the sister sites to swap ideas, and a formulation you create here could be commercialised on the other side of the world. A package that fits the remit: Up to 65,000 for an established R&D Manager, plus a bonus scheme and flexible start and finish times, so you can do the school run or miss the worst of the traffic without booking a half day. Your salary, benefits & hours of work 45,000 to 65,000 depending on experience (top of the range for an established R&D Manager) Annual bonus scheme (subject to company performance) 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising with length of service Company pension, 4x life assurance and company sick pay after probation Flexible start and finish between 7:30am and 5:30pm (8-hour day), core hours 9:30am to 3:30pm. Site based in South Wales, with home working for the occasional emergency What you'll do as the R&D Manager You'll lead formulation development and the R&D team, taking products from first concept through to commercial manufacture. Lead the development and scale-up of new vitamin, mineral and supplement formulations Run around five or six major customer projects at a time, alongside process-improvement work with engineering and manufacturing Act as the technical face to customers, sales and project managers during development Line manage a team of scientists, technicians and coordinators, including appraisals, 1:1s and resource planning Keep development compliant with GMP and food supplement regulations Partner with ingredient suppliers and universities, so you see new ingredients and delivery formats before the market does What you'll need to apply for the R&D Manager Hands-on experience developing and commercialising supplement products, ideally gummies or softgels. A nutraceutical or pharma NPD background also works if you can move at supplement pace Full line-management experience, including appraisals, 1:1s and resource planning A degree, or equivalent, in food science, pharmaceutical science, chemistry, nutrition or a related discipline Interested in the Research and Development Manager position? Click Apply to find out more or call the office quoting R&D Manager to discuss. If you click ' Apply ', we may contact you via email, phone & text message regarding this job, other jobs (current and future), and related recruitment services. You can OPT OUT at any time; full details are in our Privacy Policy at (url removed) or find the policy in the Sigma website footer. Location and postcode of the advert are approximate. Don't include special category data or referee contact details in your application or CV. We use AI to triage applications, but a human makes the final decision.
We're working exclusively with a market-leading food manufacturer to recruit an experienced Sensory Manager to join a high-performing Technical & Research & Development function. This is a rare opportunity to influence the development of some of the UK's best-loved food products, using sensory science to shape innovation, optimise quality and support strategic business decisions. You'll work at the heart of cross-functional teams, partnering with Technical, R&D, Marketing, Operations and Commercial colleagues to ensure products consistently exceed consumer expectations. If you're passionate about food, thrive on turning data into insight and enjoy leading people, this could be the perfect next step. The Opportunity You'll take ownership of the company's sensory capability, leading a team of specialists while driving best practice across product development, quality improvement and innovation. You'll be responsible for: Leading and developing a high-performing sensory team. Supporting NPD and R&D projects through robust sensory testing and consumer insight. Providing technical recommendations to improve product quality, consistency and performance. Using statistical analysis to transform complex sensory data into commercial decisions. Partnering with Technical, Operations, Commercial and Marketing teams on innovation, reformulation and continuous improvement. Driving new sensory methodologies and embedding best practice across the business. About You We're looking for someone who combines strong technical knowledge with commercial awareness and excellent stakeholder management. You'll ideally have: Experience within an FMCG food manufacturing environment. A background in Sensory Science, Food Science, Technical or R&D. Experience leading sensory programmes, trained panels or product evaluation activities. Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting sensory and statistical data. The ability to influence cross-functional teams and communicate technical findings clearly. Previous people management or leadership experience. A scientific degree (Food Science or similar) would be advantageous. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a highly respected food manufacturer where Technical excellence and innovation are genuinely valued. You'll have the autonomy to shape sensory capability, influence product strategy and play a key role in delivering future innovation across an established product portfolio. If you're looking for a role where your technical expertise can make a tangible commercial impact, we'd love to hear from you. To find out more, apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion. Or contact Adam on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
Aug 14, 2026
Contractor
We're working exclusively with a market-leading food manufacturer to recruit an experienced Sensory Manager to join a high-performing Technical & Research & Development function. This is a rare opportunity to influence the development of some of the UK's best-loved food products, using sensory science to shape innovation, optimise quality and support strategic business decisions. You'll work at the heart of cross-functional teams, partnering with Technical, R&D, Marketing, Operations and Commercial colleagues to ensure products consistently exceed consumer expectations. If you're passionate about food, thrive on turning data into insight and enjoy leading people, this could be the perfect next step. The Opportunity You'll take ownership of the company's sensory capability, leading a team of specialists while driving best practice across product development, quality improvement and innovation. You'll be responsible for: Leading and developing a high-performing sensory team. Supporting NPD and R&D projects through robust sensory testing and consumer insight. Providing technical recommendations to improve product quality, consistency and performance. Using statistical analysis to transform complex sensory data into commercial decisions. Partnering with Technical, Operations, Commercial and Marketing teams on innovation, reformulation and continuous improvement. Driving new sensory methodologies and embedding best practice across the business. About You We're looking for someone who combines strong technical knowledge with commercial awareness and excellent stakeholder management. You'll ideally have: Experience within an FMCG food manufacturing environment. A background in Sensory Science, Food Science, Technical or R&D. Experience leading sensory programmes, trained panels or product evaluation activities. Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting sensory and statistical data. The ability to influence cross-functional teams and communicate technical findings clearly. Previous people management or leadership experience. A scientific degree (Food Science or similar) would be advantageous. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a highly respected food manufacturer where Technical excellence and innovation are genuinely valued. You'll have the autonomy to shape sensory capability, influence product strategy and play a key role in delivering future innovation across an established product portfolio. If you're looking for a role where your technical expertise can make a tangible commercial impact, we'd love to hear from you. To find out more, apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion. Or contact Adam on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
London (Hybrid) | Contract 12 months - extendable/convert to perm possible Join a global leader in entertainment, media and consumer products. We're looking for a commercially minded Retail & Commercial Manager - MarTech to drive omni-channel retail marketing campaigns across the UK & Ireland for a portfolio of world-renowned entertainment brands and franchises. Working at the intersection of brand marketing, retail partnerships and commercial strategy, you'll collaborate with leading retailers to deliver innovative shopper activations, support Joint Business Planning (JBP), develop compelling commercial pitches, and use sales insights from using adaptive MarTech to drive both sell-in and sell-through performance. Key Responsibilities Lead integrated retail marketing campaigns across major UK & Ireland retail partners. Develop retailer-specific activations that increase brand visibility and commercial performance. Support Joint Business Planning (JBP), retailer presentations and commercial business reviews. Analyse sales data, shopper insights and campaign performance to optimise results. Build high-impact pitch decks using commercial and retail insights. Partner with Sales, Licensing, Category, Franchise Marketing, Creative, Technology and external agencies to deliver best-in-class campaigns. What We're Looking For Experience in Retail Marketing, Shopper Marketing, Trade Marketing, Brand Marketing or Consumer Products Marketing . Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate marketing activity into measurable business results. Experience working with major retailers and retail marketing programmes. Proficiency with retail analytics and reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Circana (IRI/NPD), Salesforce, SAP, Microsoft 365 or similar . Excellent stakeholder management, presentation and project management skills. Experience within Entertainment, Consumer Products, FMCG, Retail, Toys, Gaming, Licensing or Media is highly desirable. Why Join? Work with globally recognised brands and franchises. Influence retail strategy across major UK & Ireland accounts. Deliver innovative omni-channel campaigns with measurable commercial impact. Join a collaborative international business offering excellent career development. Please apply with your latest, relevant CV and email CV, daily rate/salary alongside your availability to interview and start this job (see below) Marina Economidou, Executive Solutions Consultant
Aug 14, 2026
Contractor
London (Hybrid) | Contract 12 months - extendable/convert to perm possible Join a global leader in entertainment, media and consumer products. We're looking for a commercially minded Retail & Commercial Manager - MarTech to drive omni-channel retail marketing campaigns across the UK & Ireland for a portfolio of world-renowned entertainment brands and franchises. Working at the intersection of brand marketing, retail partnerships and commercial strategy, you'll collaborate with leading retailers to deliver innovative shopper activations, support Joint Business Planning (JBP), develop compelling commercial pitches, and use sales insights from using adaptive MarTech to drive both sell-in and sell-through performance. Key Responsibilities Lead integrated retail marketing campaigns across major UK & Ireland retail partners. Develop retailer-specific activations that increase brand visibility and commercial performance. Support Joint Business Planning (JBP), retailer presentations and commercial business reviews. Analyse sales data, shopper insights and campaign performance to optimise results. Build high-impact pitch decks using commercial and retail insights. Partner with Sales, Licensing, Category, Franchise Marketing, Creative, Technology and external agencies to deliver best-in-class campaigns. What We're Looking For Experience in Retail Marketing, Shopper Marketing, Trade Marketing, Brand Marketing or Consumer Products Marketing . Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate marketing activity into measurable business results. Experience working with major retailers and retail marketing programmes. Proficiency with retail analytics and reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Circana (IRI/NPD), Salesforce, SAP, Microsoft 365 or similar . Excellent stakeholder management, presentation and project management skills. Experience within Entertainment, Consumer Products, FMCG, Retail, Toys, Gaming, Licensing or Media is highly desirable. Why Join? Work with globally recognised brands and franchises. Influence retail strategy across major UK & Ireland accounts. Deliver innovative omni-channel campaigns with measurable commercial impact. Join a collaborative international business offering excellent career development. Please apply with your latest, relevant CV and email CV, daily rate/salary alongside your availability to interview and start this job (see below) Marina Economidou, Executive Solutions Consultant
Internal Account Manager Wellingborough Hours - Monday to Friday Salary £Competitive DOE We are recruiting foran Internal Account Manager to join a successful business based in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. This is a key role within the internal customer service and account management team, sitting at the centre of the customer order journey. You will manage a portfolio of customer accounts, process orders and coordinate activity across three specialist manufacturing areas. The role would suit an organised, customer-focused professional who enjoys building relationships, managing multiple priorities and ensuring orders progress smoothly from initial enquiry through to delivery. THE ROLE As an Internal Account Manager, you will be the day-to-day point of contact for a portfolio of customers, ensuring orders are accurately processed, deadlines are met and customers receive regular updates throughout the process. You will work closely with colleagues across customer service, production, marketing and other internal departments to ensure projects remain on schedule. A purpose-built MIS system is used to manage orders and account information, with full training provided. This is also an excellent opportunity to develop knowledge across a range of processes, with genuine opportunities for career development and progression. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Order Processing Handle incoming customer enquiries by telephone and email, responding professionally and efficiently. Raise and process customer orders accurately. Enter and manage order information using the company's MIS system. Monitor orders throughout the production and delivery process. Track customer deliveries and provide regular updates. Brief artwork requirements and packaging changes through to the internal studio. Prepare and coordinate relevant product samples for customers. Ensure customer requirements and deadlines are communicated effectively across internal teams. Internal Account Management Manage and develop relationships with an allocated portfolio of customer accounts. Act as a central point of contact for customers throughout the order lifecycle. Work closely with colleagues across the three manufacturing processes to keep orders progressing smoothly. Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Support involvement in New Product Development (NPD) projects. Work with the marketing team to support customer presentations when required. Monitor project progress and ensure agreed deadlines are achieved. Proactively identify and resolve issues before they impact customers. Build strong relationships with internal teams and customers to deliver a consistently high level of service. ABOUT YOU We're looking for someone who is customer-focused, organised and proactive, with the ability to manage several priorities in a busy environment. You will ideally have: Previous experience in customer service, account management, sales administration or a similar role. Strong customer service and relationship management skills. A confident and professional telephone manner. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong administration and organisational abilities. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. The ability to manage multiple orders and projects simultaneously. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy. A proactive, practical approach to problem solving. The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team. A conscientious work ethic and willingness to learn. Customer service and account management experience are the key priorities, with full training provided on the company's systems and processes. WHAT'S ON OFFER Permanent, full-time position. Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm. Site-based role in Wellingborough. Competitive salary depending on experience. Full training across the company's processes. Opportunity to develop specialist knowledge. Genuine opportunities for career progression. Friendly and supportive working environment. Opportunity to work with an experienced team and develop long-term customer relationships. If you're an organised and customer-focused professional looking for an opportunity to develop your career inaccount management and customer service we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Internal Account Manager Wellingborough Hours - Monday to Friday Salary £Competitive DOE We are recruiting foran Internal Account Manager to join a successful business based in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. This is a key role within the internal customer service and account management team, sitting at the centre of the customer order journey. You will manage a portfolio of customer accounts, process orders and coordinate activity across three specialist manufacturing areas. The role would suit an organised, customer-focused professional who enjoys building relationships, managing multiple priorities and ensuring orders progress smoothly from initial enquiry through to delivery. THE ROLE As an Internal Account Manager, you will be the day-to-day point of contact for a portfolio of customers, ensuring orders are accurately processed, deadlines are met and customers receive regular updates throughout the process. You will work closely with colleagues across customer service, production, marketing and other internal departments to ensure projects remain on schedule. A purpose-built MIS system is used to manage orders and account information, with full training provided. This is also an excellent opportunity to develop knowledge across a range of processes, with genuine opportunities for career development and progression. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Order Processing Handle incoming customer enquiries by telephone and email, responding professionally and efficiently. Raise and process customer orders accurately. Enter and manage order information using the company's MIS system. Monitor orders throughout the production and delivery process. Track customer deliveries and provide regular updates. Brief artwork requirements and packaging changes through to the internal studio. Prepare and coordinate relevant product samples for customers. Ensure customer requirements and deadlines are communicated effectively across internal teams. Internal Account Management Manage and develop relationships with an allocated portfolio of customer accounts. Act as a central point of contact for customers throughout the order lifecycle. Work closely with colleagues across the three manufacturing processes to keep orders progressing smoothly. Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Support involvement in New Product Development (NPD) projects. Work with the marketing team to support customer presentations when required. Monitor project progress and ensure agreed deadlines are achieved. Proactively identify and resolve issues before they impact customers. Build strong relationships with internal teams and customers to deliver a consistently high level of service. ABOUT YOU We're looking for someone who is customer-focused, organised and proactive, with the ability to manage several priorities in a busy environment. You will ideally have: Previous experience in customer service, account management, sales administration or a similar role. Strong customer service and relationship management skills. A confident and professional telephone manner. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong administration and organisational abilities. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. The ability to manage multiple orders and projects simultaneously. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy. A proactive, practical approach to problem solving. The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team. A conscientious work ethic and willingness to learn. Customer service and account management experience are the key priorities, with full training provided on the company's systems and processes. WHAT'S ON OFFER Permanent, full-time position. Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm. Site-based role in Wellingborough. Competitive salary depending on experience. Full training across the company's processes. Opportunity to develop specialist knowledge. Genuine opportunities for career progression. Friendly and supportive working environment. Opportunity to work with an experienced team and develop long-term customer relationships. If you're an organised and customer-focused professional looking for an opportunity to develop your career inaccount management and customer service we'd love to hear from you.
Specifications Technologist Annual Salary: 35,000 Location: Northallerton Job Type: Full-time Day-to-day of the role: Writing, updating, checking, and approving finished product specifications and pack copies for our brands and retail customers. Ensuring compliance with current legislation and retailer requirements for all technical information, specifications, and artwork. Liaising with suppliers, NPD Managers & Technologists, account managers, customers, and marketers to ensure all specifications and pack copies are completed accurately and on time. Acting as a contact for all specification queries within the organisation and through direct customer contact. Communicating and implementing new legislative requirements affecting specifications and pack copy. Providing assistance with other technical information queries as required. Maintaining a consistent approach for specification completion across the group. Communicating customer specification requirements to personnel. Collating specification-related queries and documentation for customer and internal queries. Maintaining raw material and customer specification files and all related reference data. Completing any specified departmental project work. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience in managing and approving product specifications. Strong understanding of current legislation related to product specifications and packaging. Excellent communication and liaison skills to effectively manage relationships with various stakeholders. Ability to maintain high levels of accuracy and attention to detail. Strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively. Proficiency in using web-based and other computer systems relevant to specification management.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Specifications Technologist Annual Salary: 35,000 Location: Northallerton Job Type: Full-time Day-to-day of the role: Writing, updating, checking, and approving finished product specifications and pack copies for our brands and retail customers. Ensuring compliance with current legislation and retailer requirements for all technical information, specifications, and artwork. Liaising with suppliers, NPD Managers & Technologists, account managers, customers, and marketers to ensure all specifications and pack copies are completed accurately and on time. Acting as a contact for all specification queries within the organisation and through direct customer contact. Communicating and implementing new legislative requirements affecting specifications and pack copy. Providing assistance with other technical information queries as required. Maintaining a consistent approach for specification completion across the group. Communicating customer specification requirements to personnel. Collating specification-related queries and documentation for customer and internal queries. Maintaining raw material and customer specification files and all related reference data. Completing any specified departmental project work. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience in managing and approving product specifications. Strong understanding of current legislation related to product specifications and packaging. Excellent communication and liaison skills to effectively manage relationships with various stakeholders. Ability to maintain high levels of accuracy and attention to detail. Strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively. Proficiency in using web-based and other computer systems relevant to specification management.
Technical Support Manager Location: Leicester Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Department: Technical / Commercial About the Role We are recruiting for an experienced Technical Support Manager to join a well-established FMCG manufacturing business in Leicester. This is a varied and commercially focused technical role, responsible for supporting the development, launch and ongoing production of both new and existing product ranges. You will manage the full New Product Development and Existing Product Development process, ensuring products are launched on time, meet customer expectations and comply with all relevant technical, quality and regulatory requirements. The role will involve working closely with the Technical Director, Sales, Quality, Operations and wider group functions. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the full New Product Development and Existing Product Development process. Ensure projects and product launches are delivered within agreed customer timescales. Create, review and maintain accurate customer product specifications. Manage chemical, packaging and raw material specifications. Review and approve product artwork against technical and regulatory requirements. Coordinate product trials, pre-launch testing and packaging validation. Conduct competitor product analysis and communicate relevant findings to internal teams. Support the preparation of technical documentation for cosmetic products. Ensure chemical documentation meets relevant ethical accreditation requirements. Work closely with site and group quality teams to maintain consistent quality standards. Support the preparation and completion of internal and external audits. Conduct and document metal detector validation for new products. Maintain complete and traceable raw material documentation. Respond to technical customer queries within agreed timescales. Identify opportunities to improve products, processes and technical procedures. Essential Requirements Previous experience working within an FMCG environment. GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Maths, or an equivalent qualification. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate work. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate confidently with customers and colleagues at all levels. Strong organisational and project-management skills. A proactive, solution-focused approach. Ability to manage multiple product-development projects and deadlines. Flexible, adaptable and comfortable working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Strong commitment to quality, customer satisfaction and continuous improvement. Desirable Experience Experience working with chemicals or chemical-based products. Experience within a highly regulated manufacturing environment. Knowledge of cosmetic product regulations. Familiarity with BRC non-food standards. Understanding of ethical or industry accreditations. Previous involvement in technical or quality audits. A recognised audit qualification. Experience managing product specifications, packaging documentation or product artwork. What We Are Looking For The successful candidate will be a professional and collaborative team player who can take ownership of technical projects from initial development through to launch. You will be comfortable working cross-functionally and will have the confidence to challenge existing processes, resolve technical issues and maintain high standards of accuracy and compliance. This position would suit an experienced Technical Manager, Technical Support Manager, NPD Manager, Specifications Manager or Senior Technologist looking to take greater ownership of product-development and technical-support activities. Apply Please apply with an up-to-date CV, to (url removed) outlining your relevant FMCG, technical, product-development, quality or regulatory experience. Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Technical Support Manager Location: Leicester Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Department: Technical / Commercial About the Role We are recruiting for an experienced Technical Support Manager to join a well-established FMCG manufacturing business in Leicester. This is a varied and commercially focused technical role, responsible for supporting the development, launch and ongoing production of both new and existing product ranges. You will manage the full New Product Development and Existing Product Development process, ensuring products are launched on time, meet customer expectations and comply with all relevant technical, quality and regulatory requirements. The role will involve working closely with the Technical Director, Sales, Quality, Operations and wider group functions. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the full New Product Development and Existing Product Development process. Ensure projects and product launches are delivered within agreed customer timescales. Create, review and maintain accurate customer product specifications. Manage chemical, packaging and raw material specifications. Review and approve product artwork against technical and regulatory requirements. Coordinate product trials, pre-launch testing and packaging validation. Conduct competitor product analysis and communicate relevant findings to internal teams. Support the preparation of technical documentation for cosmetic products. Ensure chemical documentation meets relevant ethical accreditation requirements. Work closely with site and group quality teams to maintain consistent quality standards. Support the preparation and completion of internal and external audits. Conduct and document metal detector validation for new products. Maintain complete and traceable raw material documentation. Respond to technical customer queries within agreed timescales. Identify opportunities to improve products, processes and technical procedures. Essential Requirements Previous experience working within an FMCG environment. GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Maths, or an equivalent qualification. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate work. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate confidently with customers and colleagues at all levels. Strong organisational and project-management skills. A proactive, solution-focused approach. Ability to manage multiple product-development projects and deadlines. Flexible, adaptable and comfortable working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Strong commitment to quality, customer satisfaction and continuous improvement. Desirable Experience Experience working with chemicals or chemical-based products. Experience within a highly regulated manufacturing environment. Knowledge of cosmetic product regulations. Familiarity with BRC non-food standards. Understanding of ethical or industry accreditations. Previous involvement in technical or quality audits. A recognised audit qualification. Experience managing product specifications, packaging documentation or product artwork. What We Are Looking For The successful candidate will be a professional and collaborative team player who can take ownership of technical projects from initial development through to launch. You will be comfortable working cross-functionally and will have the confidence to challenge existing processes, resolve technical issues and maintain high standards of accuracy and compliance. This position would suit an experienced Technical Manager, Technical Support Manager, NPD Manager, Specifications Manager or Senior Technologist looking to take greater ownership of product-development and technical-support activities. Apply Please apply with an up-to-date CV, to (url removed) outlining your relevant FMCG, technical, product-development, quality or regulatory experience. Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Role: Senior Product Test Technician Location: Waterbeach Salary: 45,000 - 55,000 Per Annum - Depending on experience Proactive are currently in search of a Senior Product Test Technician to begin work for a world leading manufacturing company based in Waterbeach. You will be required to carry out testing on company products as part of the new product development cycle within Research and Development (R&D). The primary aim of the Product Test team is to verify that new products meets the specification and is fit for release. The role may include providing hands-on support during product development. Purpose of Role: The Senior Engineer - Product Test will carry out testing on company technology as part of the new product development cycle within Research and Development (R&D). The primary aim of the Product Test team is to verify that a new product meets the project specification and is fit for release to market. Other activity within the role may include providing hands-on support during product development or supporting customers where required. The Senior Engineer - Product Test will be expected to act as the Test Lead within new product development (NPD) projects, owning and delivering the test work package. The person will create test plans from project specifications and design experiments to validate or verify a new technology. They will then be expected to lead the execution of this work in the laboratory and be responsible for a high-quality output. The role will also involve processing data and writing final reports to conclude the test activity. This position is expected to be predominately laboratory based and will require a hands-on skill set alongside an organised mentality and a positive driven outlook. The successful applicant will develop a strong understanding of company technology and will be part of a growing and exciting R&D team with many opportunities for development. The successful applicant will develop a strong understanding of company technology and will be part of a growing and exciting R&D team with many opportunities for development. Key Accountabilities: Responsible for the design, execution and reporting of Product Test work packages within NPD projects. Lead experimental activity within projects and become a technical leader within the laboratory setting. Set a high standard within the laboratory for tidiness, organisation and technical output. Provide detailed feedback within project meetings, identifying next steps and being accountable for work achieved and actions. Recording and processing raw data to create concise final reports to conclude test activity. Operate printing equipment and software, such as stage or roll-to-roll tools. Set-up, operate and clean ink delivery systems and print heads. Lead fault finding activity to identify issues and create solutions. Own equipment or processes within R&D including writing documentation, such as standard operating. procedures (SOP) or risk assessments (RA). Lead initiatives to improve Product Test capability. Contribute to maintaining a high-quality laboratory environment through 5S activities. Adherence to H&S standards at all times. Key Challenges: Developing a core understanding of the fundamental operating principals of company products, drive electronics, ink systems and best printing practices. Be able to work successfully in a dynamic research and development environment where priorities may change quickly. Generating high quality output, including documentation, that is understandable and repeatable. Creating an environment to match the desired culture - professional, energetic, innovative, vibrant. Person Specification: Minimum bachelor's degree in a STEM or life sciences subject (Engineering, Physics, Maths, Chemistry). Minimum 6 years' experience of working in a laboratory or engineering environment, ideally within an R&D function. Ability to investigate and analyse complex systems in a methodical way. Able to debug a system from the printhead through to a printing application as required. A hands-on mentality with a willingness to learn new techniques or skills. Confident communicator, able to adjust their style when explaining complex technical issues to peers, managers, customers etc. Methodical approach, demonstrating attention to detail. Effective team worker - able to build good relationships with the wider R&D team. Ability to manage multiple demands and manage time effectively. Experience of: Leading activity within new product development or research projects Proven lab experience within an engineering setting Experience of working successfully within R&D or engineering projects Familiarity with engineering best practises, such as failure mode effect analysis (FMEA) and/or Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) Experience of working within the digital print industry (preferred but not essential How to Apply: Please contact Jemal on (phone number removed) or (url removed) Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Oct 09, 2025
Full time
Role: Senior Product Test Technician Location: Waterbeach Salary: 45,000 - 55,000 Per Annum - Depending on experience Proactive are currently in search of a Senior Product Test Technician to begin work for a world leading manufacturing company based in Waterbeach. You will be required to carry out testing on company products as part of the new product development cycle within Research and Development (R&D). The primary aim of the Product Test team is to verify that new products meets the specification and is fit for release. The role may include providing hands-on support during product development. Purpose of Role: The Senior Engineer - Product Test will carry out testing on company technology as part of the new product development cycle within Research and Development (R&D). The primary aim of the Product Test team is to verify that a new product meets the project specification and is fit for release to market. Other activity within the role may include providing hands-on support during product development or supporting customers where required. The Senior Engineer - Product Test will be expected to act as the Test Lead within new product development (NPD) projects, owning and delivering the test work package. The person will create test plans from project specifications and design experiments to validate or verify a new technology. They will then be expected to lead the execution of this work in the laboratory and be responsible for a high-quality output. The role will also involve processing data and writing final reports to conclude the test activity. This position is expected to be predominately laboratory based and will require a hands-on skill set alongside an organised mentality and a positive driven outlook. The successful applicant will develop a strong understanding of company technology and will be part of a growing and exciting R&D team with many opportunities for development. The successful applicant will develop a strong understanding of company technology and will be part of a growing and exciting R&D team with many opportunities for development. Key Accountabilities: Responsible for the design, execution and reporting of Product Test work packages within NPD projects. Lead experimental activity within projects and become a technical leader within the laboratory setting. Set a high standard within the laboratory for tidiness, organisation and technical output. Provide detailed feedback within project meetings, identifying next steps and being accountable for work achieved and actions. Recording and processing raw data to create concise final reports to conclude test activity. Operate printing equipment and software, such as stage or roll-to-roll tools. Set-up, operate and clean ink delivery systems and print heads. Lead fault finding activity to identify issues and create solutions. Own equipment or processes within R&D including writing documentation, such as standard operating. procedures (SOP) or risk assessments (RA). Lead initiatives to improve Product Test capability. Contribute to maintaining a high-quality laboratory environment through 5S activities. Adherence to H&S standards at all times. Key Challenges: Developing a core understanding of the fundamental operating principals of company products, drive electronics, ink systems and best printing practices. Be able to work successfully in a dynamic research and development environment where priorities may change quickly. Generating high quality output, including documentation, that is understandable and repeatable. Creating an environment to match the desired culture - professional, energetic, innovative, vibrant. Person Specification: Minimum bachelor's degree in a STEM or life sciences subject (Engineering, Physics, Maths, Chemistry). Minimum 6 years' experience of working in a laboratory or engineering environment, ideally within an R&D function. Ability to investigate and analyse complex systems in a methodical way. Able to debug a system from the printhead through to a printing application as required. A hands-on mentality with a willingness to learn new techniques or skills. Confident communicator, able to adjust their style when explaining complex technical issues to peers, managers, customers etc. Methodical approach, demonstrating attention to detail. Effective team worker - able to build good relationships with the wider R&D team. Ability to manage multiple demands and manage time effectively. Experience of: Leading activity within new product development or research projects Proven lab experience within an engineering setting Experience of working successfully within R&D or engineering projects Familiarity with engineering best practises, such as failure mode effect analysis (FMEA) and/or Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) Experience of working within the digital print industry (preferred but not essential How to Apply: Please contact Jemal on (phone number removed) or (url removed) Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Successful Food Manufacturer now looking to recruit QA SUPERVISOR PERMANENT POSITION WORKING 4 ON 4 OFF DAYS 6am-6pm ROLE Reporting into the QA Manager key responsibilities will be as follows: Responsible to escalate CCP's, OPRP's, and QCP breaches. Responsible to monitor the performance of CCP's, OPRP's, and QCP (Safety & Quality KPI's). Where required, carry out investigations when CCP s fail. Support the site management team on all validation and verification activities (i.e. CCP, OPRP, QCP). Maintain and implement Factory related risk assessment (i.e. Swab, water, FB, etc.). Work collaborative with Compliance Co-ordinator to update Risk assessments and schedules when required. Support QA Manager when hosting external audits or visits. Deputise for QA Manager during external audits and visits. Maintain departmental KPI s and address factory performance through positive challenge at daily management meetings. Escalate poor performance to Technical Manager Regularly attend taste panel. Ensure samples are available. Gather the information required to allow a thorough investigation and root cause analysis to be carried out following the identification of food safety, legality and/or quality issues i.e. product contamination, hygiene issue, process control, audit non-conformances and breach of critical control points and operational prerequisite. Ensure the correct documents are issued, implemented, and completed within the site and kept up to date with any amendments being issued in a timely manner. Ensure schedules i.e. environmental swabbing and testing, calibration, raw material testing are carried out as per stated frequency. Implement corrective actions, as required. Support the investigation of any complaints using RCA to prevent a recurrence. Escalating to the Technical Manager or designated deputy, any serious breach that could potentially lead to a recall or withdrawal. Support with any findings. Working with other site management team members drive and enforce food safety culture initiatives. Presence and support any NPD trials, Pre-Pros, ensuring any technical actions are raised and completed. Participation in completing the internal audits against the internal audit schedule. Own the Factory internal auditing process, including Risk assessment, schedule, training, completion rate, non-conformance close out. Report Findings to QA Manager. Verify and confirm the end-to-end traceability process including the factory start up checks daily. Address and close out non-conformances as these occur. Escalate to the QA Manager where a serious breach has occured. Management and key contact for all department QA s including holiday scheduling and performance review. Review QA team members setting personal performance and objectives that help drive deliverance of the technical business plan. Manage T&A system and always ensure cover. Ad-hoc project work as gaps are identified. Support Technical Manager with continuous improvement projects such as amendments to traceability paperwork, better ways of working, task analysis. Manages the Calibration RA, ensure calibration activities are conducted at the established frequency. Confirm Line Start-up, Hygiene audits and checks are completed correctly, and any issues are flagged. Maintain, and review the completion of the GMP system. Address and close out non-conformances as these occur. Escalate to the QA Manager where a serious breach has occurred. Support and manage the use of the dispensation log, and the downgrade material process. Communicate decisions accurately and at pace. Supporting Operation Supervisors to ensure all product exiting the factories daily meet the customers final product specification (including brand, own label, and food service) CANDIDATE A degree or equivalent in a Food Science or related discipline, would be an advantage but not essential. Experience within the food industry, Technical and Quality preferable. Experience managing major retailers in particular M&S and Tesco Knowledge of food legislation, labelling, nutritional and allergen information A strong communicator with a conscientious, confident and diligent attitude Ability to deal with colleagues across all levels and functions of the business. Can interpret the technical agenda. The ability to be flexible, multitask and work well under pressure. An understanding of technical systems including HACCP Competency in Microsoft Word/Excel BENEFITS 20 DAYS HOLIDAYS INCLUDING BANK HOLIDAYS PENSION, 5% employee contribution 3% employer contribution LIFE ASSURANCE , 3 x annual salary Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to work scheme Unlimited Refreshments On-site parking Referral Programme WORKING 4 ON 4 OFF 6AM- 6PM 42 HOUR WEEK WITH BREAKS ACCOUNTED FOR THE COMPANY IS VERY FOCUSED ON UPSKILLING AND PUTTING EMPLOYEES THROUGH TRAINING COURSES- STRONG PROGRESSION POTENTIAL!
Oct 09, 2025
Full time
Successful Food Manufacturer now looking to recruit QA SUPERVISOR PERMANENT POSITION WORKING 4 ON 4 OFF DAYS 6am-6pm ROLE Reporting into the QA Manager key responsibilities will be as follows: Responsible to escalate CCP's, OPRP's, and QCP breaches. Responsible to monitor the performance of CCP's, OPRP's, and QCP (Safety & Quality KPI's). Where required, carry out investigations when CCP s fail. Support the site management team on all validation and verification activities (i.e. CCP, OPRP, QCP). Maintain and implement Factory related risk assessment (i.e. Swab, water, FB, etc.). Work collaborative with Compliance Co-ordinator to update Risk assessments and schedules when required. Support QA Manager when hosting external audits or visits. Deputise for QA Manager during external audits and visits. Maintain departmental KPI s and address factory performance through positive challenge at daily management meetings. Escalate poor performance to Technical Manager Regularly attend taste panel. Ensure samples are available. Gather the information required to allow a thorough investigation and root cause analysis to be carried out following the identification of food safety, legality and/or quality issues i.e. product contamination, hygiene issue, process control, audit non-conformances and breach of critical control points and operational prerequisite. Ensure the correct documents are issued, implemented, and completed within the site and kept up to date with any amendments being issued in a timely manner. Ensure schedules i.e. environmental swabbing and testing, calibration, raw material testing are carried out as per stated frequency. Implement corrective actions, as required. Support the investigation of any complaints using RCA to prevent a recurrence. Escalating to the Technical Manager or designated deputy, any serious breach that could potentially lead to a recall or withdrawal. Support with any findings. Working with other site management team members drive and enforce food safety culture initiatives. Presence and support any NPD trials, Pre-Pros, ensuring any technical actions are raised and completed. Participation in completing the internal audits against the internal audit schedule. Own the Factory internal auditing process, including Risk assessment, schedule, training, completion rate, non-conformance close out. Report Findings to QA Manager. Verify and confirm the end-to-end traceability process including the factory start up checks daily. Address and close out non-conformances as these occur. Escalate to the QA Manager where a serious breach has occured. Management and key contact for all department QA s including holiday scheduling and performance review. Review QA team members setting personal performance and objectives that help drive deliverance of the technical business plan. Manage T&A system and always ensure cover. Ad-hoc project work as gaps are identified. Support Technical Manager with continuous improvement projects such as amendments to traceability paperwork, better ways of working, task analysis. Manages the Calibration RA, ensure calibration activities are conducted at the established frequency. Confirm Line Start-up, Hygiene audits and checks are completed correctly, and any issues are flagged. Maintain, and review the completion of the GMP system. Address and close out non-conformances as these occur. Escalate to the QA Manager where a serious breach has occurred. Support and manage the use of the dispensation log, and the downgrade material process. Communicate decisions accurately and at pace. Supporting Operation Supervisors to ensure all product exiting the factories daily meet the customers final product specification (including brand, own label, and food service) CANDIDATE A degree or equivalent in a Food Science or related discipline, would be an advantage but not essential. Experience within the food industry, Technical and Quality preferable. Experience managing major retailers in particular M&S and Tesco Knowledge of food legislation, labelling, nutritional and allergen information A strong communicator with a conscientious, confident and diligent attitude Ability to deal with colleagues across all levels and functions of the business. Can interpret the technical agenda. The ability to be flexible, multitask and work well under pressure. An understanding of technical systems including HACCP Competency in Microsoft Word/Excel BENEFITS 20 DAYS HOLIDAYS INCLUDING BANK HOLIDAYS PENSION, 5% employee contribution 3% employer contribution LIFE ASSURANCE , 3 x annual salary Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to work scheme Unlimited Refreshments On-site parking Referral Programme WORKING 4 ON 4 OFF 6AM- 6PM 42 HOUR WEEK WITH BREAKS ACCOUNTED FOR THE COMPANY IS VERY FOCUSED ON UPSKILLING AND PUTTING EMPLOYEES THROUGH TRAINING COURSES- STRONG PROGRESSION POTENTIAL!
Area Sales Manager - London & South-East Based - Up to 41,000 + Company Car + Bonus + Benefits We are seeking a driven and commercially focused Area Sales Manager to join one of Europe's leading distributors with a full portfolio of market-leading products. This business has been established over 30 years, turnover 400m+ and has exciting growth plans in the pipeline, through new partnerships and exciting NPD projects! Due to growth, they are hiring for an Area Sales Manager to focus across London and South-East regions. You will be responsible for leading sales activity across your territory, developing customer relationships, and driving growth in line with company targets. Key Responsibilities of a Area Sales Manager: Manage and grow sales within your designated area Build and maintain strong relationships with independent and multi-operating customers Negotiate and execute promotional plans to maximise sales opportunities Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify new business potential Deliver accurate forecasting and reporting on sales performance About You: Proven track record in FMCG sales, operating at Area Sales Manager level Experience within the non-food FMCG industry, the likes of Houseware, SDA, DIY or Pet industry Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation skills Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels Results-orientated with the ability to work independently Flexibility to travel across London and the South-East What We Offer: Competitive salary, up to 41,000 Performance-related bonus, up to 40% Company car All travel expenses covered Comprehensive training and career development opportunities A dynamic and supportive team environment Apply for more information on this exciting Area Sales Manager role.
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Area Sales Manager - London & South-East Based - Up to 41,000 + Company Car + Bonus + Benefits We are seeking a driven and commercially focused Area Sales Manager to join one of Europe's leading distributors with a full portfolio of market-leading products. This business has been established over 30 years, turnover 400m+ and has exciting growth plans in the pipeline, through new partnerships and exciting NPD projects! Due to growth, they are hiring for an Area Sales Manager to focus across London and South-East regions. You will be responsible for leading sales activity across your territory, developing customer relationships, and driving growth in line with company targets. Key Responsibilities of a Area Sales Manager: Manage and grow sales within your designated area Build and maintain strong relationships with independent and multi-operating customers Negotiate and execute promotional plans to maximise sales opportunities Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify new business potential Deliver accurate forecasting and reporting on sales performance About You: Proven track record in FMCG sales, operating at Area Sales Manager level Experience within the non-food FMCG industry, the likes of Houseware, SDA, DIY or Pet industry Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation skills Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels Results-orientated with the ability to work independently Flexibility to travel across London and the South-East What We Offer: Competitive salary, up to 41,000 Performance-related bonus, up to 40% Company car All travel expenses covered Comprehensive training and career development opportunities A dynamic and supportive team environment Apply for more information on this exciting Area Sales Manager role.
NPD Manager 50,000 Yolk Recruitment are proud to be supporting a leading food manufacturer in the search for an ambitious New Product Development Manager. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and commercially minded professional to take ownership of developing award-winning products from concept to launch. If you're passionate about food innovation and want to be at the heart of bringing exciting new products to market, this could be the perfect next step in your career. As the NPD Manager, you'll play a key role in driving the innovation pipeline, ensuring products are successfully developed, tested, and delivered to meet both consumer demand and customer expectations. You'll work cross-functionally with commercial, brand, and operations teams to ensure that each product launch aligns with business objectives and maintains the highest standards of quality. Key responsibilities: Lead and manage the end-to-end New Product Development process, from concept generation through to launch. Develop innovative, market-leading food products that meet brand and retailer requirements. Oversee trials, testing, and development in the test kitchen, ensuring feasibility and scalability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Commercial, Brand, and Operations to align NPD with business strategy. Monitor food trends, competitor activity, and market insights to identify new opportunities. Ensure all new products meet required quality, compliance, and commercial standards. Manage project timelines and budgets to deliver products on time and within cost parameters. Build strong relationships with key internal stakeholders and external partners. This is what you'll need: Proven experience in New Product Development within the food or FMCG industry. Strong understanding of food manufacturing processes and product innovation. Excellent project management, organisation, and communication skills. And this is what you'll get: Competitive salary. Chance to join growing secure company. Catering events. Employee rewards. Christmas activities.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
NPD Manager 50,000 Yolk Recruitment are proud to be supporting a leading food manufacturer in the search for an ambitious New Product Development Manager. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and commercially minded professional to take ownership of developing award-winning products from concept to launch. If you're passionate about food innovation and want to be at the heart of bringing exciting new products to market, this could be the perfect next step in your career. As the NPD Manager, you'll play a key role in driving the innovation pipeline, ensuring products are successfully developed, tested, and delivered to meet both consumer demand and customer expectations. You'll work cross-functionally with commercial, brand, and operations teams to ensure that each product launch aligns with business objectives and maintains the highest standards of quality. Key responsibilities: Lead and manage the end-to-end New Product Development process, from concept generation through to launch. Develop innovative, market-leading food products that meet brand and retailer requirements. Oversee trials, testing, and development in the test kitchen, ensuring feasibility and scalability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Commercial, Brand, and Operations to align NPD with business strategy. Monitor food trends, competitor activity, and market insights to identify new opportunities. Ensure all new products meet required quality, compliance, and commercial standards. Manage project timelines and budgets to deliver products on time and within cost parameters. Build strong relationships with key internal stakeholders and external partners. This is what you'll need: Proven experience in New Product Development within the food or FMCG industry. Strong understanding of food manufacturing processes and product innovation. Excellent project management, organisation, and communication skills. And this is what you'll get: Competitive salary. Chance to join growing secure company. Catering events. Employee rewards. Christmas activities.
