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Salary: £12 per hour Monday - Friday 8am-6pm Saturday 9am-4pm Remote customer service advisor Are you passionate about providing customer service advice and looking for flexibility, independence and rewarding opportunities? Look no further! Join the dynamic team at Nowple Recruitment LTD. Work from the comfort of your own home and choose your own hours. We currently have client opportunities to work for Nespreso, a premium single-serve coffee brand of the multinational Swiss company Nestle in which individually portioned aluminum capsules containing roast and ground coffees are partnered with especially design coffee machines. By 2011, Nespresso has sold more than 20 billion of its proprietary aluminium coffee capsules directly to consumers through exclusive takes, tele-ordering and its e-commerce websites. What you will be doing: • Positively interact with customers via phone, providing a premium service to the customer. • Be a positive representative for the brand; promoting products, benefits & discounts available to the customer. • Navigate multiple complex systems while researching and resolving customers’ issues or concerns. • Provide troubleshooting and resolutions to customers’ technical issues with their products. Requirements: Previous customer service experience preferred, but not required as training will be provided. Strong communication skills and a passion for helping others Reliable internet connection and a quiet workspace. Willingness to undergo training and certification as required by clients. Equipment: This is a general guide and the Systems and Equipment guide should be referred to and provided upon request. There may also be additional technology requirements for each client and will be found on their Opportunity Announcement.​ Technical Specifications: - Computer: Intel Core I5 or higher (or equivalent). Desktop preferred with two monitors. Laptop may also be used with minimum 15" monitor. - Operating System: Windows 10 or 11. - Storage: 60GB hard drive with 20GB free space. - Memory: Minimum 4GB RAM (8GB recommended). - Internet Connection: Hard-wired with at least 10 mbps download and 3 mbps upload speed. - A USB noise cancelling headset for training and class.

Duties of the post: Responsible for completing the annual, quarterly and monthly foreign trade business indicators and department management work set by the company Managing export trade process and risk control Managing customer accounts in accordance with the company's financial policies, contract terms and export-related regulations Responsible for exploring new markets, developing new customers, and increasing product sales scope in the UK catering industry Responsible for the overall planning of UK sales activities and supervise the execution of department employees Responsible for arranging employees to conduct market research and understand sales conditions and demand changes Developing connections and relationships that lead to new business opportunities in UK catering market sectors Presenting the company’s service offering to prospective clients Building and maintaining a CRM database Receiving enquiries for new business and collaborating with leadership to strategize responses. Salary: £53,000-£55,000 depending on experience Skill, experience and qualifications: Educated to degree level Fluent English and Mandarin speaker as the company targets Asian restaurants in the UK At least 5 years of experience in international trade and business development, ideally in e-commerce or in the catering industry Have strong business development and market development capabilities, and be able to lead the entire team to expand and maintain foreign trade business Communication and negotiation skills Be target driven and tenacious Be able to work effectively within a team Be motivated and enthusiastic at all times Display high standards of service and presentation

Location: Woolwich, East London, UK Salary: Basic £28k to £35k, up to £45K with OTE Company Overview: Boost Inc is a dynamic and multi-award-winning retail tech company dedicated to delivering innovative and cutting-edge unattended retail solutions to our customers. With a focus on unrivalled user experience and excellent customer service, we strive to revolutionise the vending industry landscape through our commitment to excellence, creativity, and fun technology. Position Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Sales Executive to join our growing team. This role presents an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate to kick-start their career in sales within the technology sector. As a Graduate Sales Executive, you will be responsible for driving revenue growth through prospecting, cultivating relationships, and helping generate sales pipeline with new and existing clients. Working closely with the International Head of Sales, our Sales Managers and our Sales Executives, you will play a key role in helping us win and manage new business; ensuring that new leads are qualified and followed up, and that the administrative aspects of our sales cycle is managed brilliantly. Key Responsibilities: - Process Management: ensuring our sales operation functions effectively, including managing inbounds for the UK and European businesses, as well as supporting on contract administration and other account management tasks. - Sales Administration: Preparing customer quotes, client invoicing, overseeing back-office sales support functions, including making recommendations for improvement. - Lead Generation: Generate leads through various channels such as cold calling, email campaigns, networking events, and social media. - Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective clients through effective communication and account management. - Prospecting: Identify and research potential clients within the designated market segment. - Pipeline Management: Manage sales pipeline efficiently, tracking leads and opportunities through CRM software. - Solution Selling: Act as the front line for all inbound enquiries. You will understand the clients’ needs and actively work with the Sales Managers and Account Managers to effectively build a suitable proposition of our products/services. - Market Analysis: Stay updated on industry trends, market developments, and competitor activities to identify new business opportunities. - Collaboration: Work closely with the sales team and other departments to ensure a seamless sales cycle and alignment of departments to deliver sales orders. This will include organising product demonstrations and organising meetings with agendas for the Sales management team to attend and ensure follow up actions are adhered to. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in any field. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Self-organised with the ability to run multiple projects at once. • Goal-oriented with a drive to succeed in a sales environment. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and CRM software. • Self-motivated learner, able to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment. • Prior experience in sales or customer service is advantageous but not essential. We are more interested in your attitude and experience than your academic profile, and welcome applicants from a wide range of backgrounds. Benefits: • Competitive salary with commission/bonus structure. • Comprehensive training and development programs. • Opportunities for career advancement and progression. • Private health insurance subject to successful completion of probation (6 months) • Dynamic and supportive work environment with a focus on work-life balance. • Free fruit, snacks and discounted in-office healthy meals (and some less healthy ones!) • Exceptional learning opportunities. You will be part of a fast-growing scale-up with a dynamic team, with the opportunity to learn from a highly talented group of people. • The opportunity to travel internationally on a regular basis. • On-site parking Application Process: If you are a proactive and ambitious individual looking to launch your career in sales, we invite you to apply for the Graduate Sales Executive position at Boost Inc. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and why you are interested in joining our team. We look forward to hearing from you!

Yard Sale Pizza are looking for an ambitious, proactive and driven Partnerships Executive to join their marketing team to manage and grow our pub and venue partnerships across London. Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza was born out of three friends’ shared passion for simple, quality pizza. It all began with a little oven, chugging away in Johnnie’s own backyard. Nine years later and we’re serving love and pizza across North, East and now South London. Who’d have thought? We’re still local at heart though, making orders by hand and delivering them ourselves through our in-house delivery service – never through a third party. Handmade, hand-delivered from dough to door. It makes award-winning neighbourhood pizza that bit better. We hope you agree. We’ve been awarded Best Value Eats in the Observer Food Monthly awards in 2022, after winning their Best Cheap Eats award in 2017, have been voted London’s favourite pizza in Time Out’s inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022, and were named London’s most-loved restaurant in Time Out’s 2016 Love London Awards. What is my role? As our Partnerships Executive you will work closely with our Head of Marketing & Communications, Marketing Director and the rest of the marketing team at Yard Sale Pizza to account manage our pub partnerships and build our pub partner network to drive innovation & growth across new and existing partners for Yard Sale. You will also support the team on broader marketing initiatives and local marketing campaigns, assist with key marketing events and oversee some administrative tasks relating to our pub partners. The perfect candidate would be a motivated, creative people-person who knows our brand, would be motivated by a target-driven role and loves getting out and about across London. This role comes at a very exciting time for Yard Sale and would be a great opportunity for the right person to grow with the business. Deadline: 3rd April 2024 To apply: Apply via Harri with a CV and short 500-word cover letter to tell us why you would be perfect for the job! Salary: Around £28k dependent on experience, with additional bonus scheme to be agreed Schedule: 2-3 days of travel per week to our pub partners across each of our shops’ neighbourhoods (within Zones 1-4). Wednesdays in Hackney with the YSP Head Office Team Roles & responsibilities: - Drive our pub partner network through building relationships, identifying new pub partner opportunities and bringing creative ideas to help grow this side of the business - Managing and building our collateral and marketing presence in our pubs to help grow additional marketing and sales opportunities - Managing administrative and reporting requirements for our pub partnerships including pub reports, menu management, research, and notes/next steps from meetings - Becoming the point of contact for our new and existing pub partner network and representing Yard Sale to the pub and venue community in London - Management of external digital and print collateral (menus/website/marketing copy etc) - Managing and building our collateral and marketing presence in our pubs to help grow additional marketing and sales opportunities - Basic InDesign/creative responsibilities in managing menu/pub assets and creating new ones where possible - Assisting on broader marketing initiatives such as local marketing campaigns and key marketing events Skills/requirements - Minimum one year experience in a relationship management role - Knowledge and understanding of hospitality in a relevant environment - Proactive, self-starting and enthusiastic approach - Great with people and able to build relationships with pub partners, shop teams and our friends in the community across London - Travel across London to visit existing and new pub partners - Organised and reliable with a good attention to detail - A team player with a can-do attitude - Awareness and understanding of the Yard Sale brand and how we communicate - Passionate about food & drink, London hospitality and keen to grow in the industry - Some design ability (InDesign/Photoshop) a plus but not essential What’s on offer: - Hybrid working role - Cycle to work scheme - Tech scheme - Working from home allowance - 28 days annual leave - Christmas hols - Pizza for days! - YSP merchandise and discounts across all sites for family and friends - Staff parties If this sounds good, then we can’t wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, YSP

Job Title: NPD Executive Location: London Company: Barry M Cosmetics About Us: Barry M Cosmetics is a leading player in the cosmetics industry, known for its innovation and commitment to creating high-quality colour cosmetics products. We are seeking a highly motivated and creative Senior NPD Executive to join our team. Reporting to the Head of NPD, this role is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge colour cosmetics and actively engage with clients to bring their visions to life. Job Summary: As the Senior NPD Executive, you will be at the forefront of our product innovation efforts. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, lead product development projects, and, importantly, engage directly with clients to understand their needs and preferences, ensuring that our products exceed their expectations. Key Responsibilities: Client Engagement: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong relationships. Conduct client meetings, understand their product requirements, and ensure their expectations are met throughout the product development process. NPD Process Management: Collaborate with the Head of NPD to set and execute the NPD strategy. Lead end-to-end product development projects, from concept to market launch, while adhering to timelines and budgets. Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with design, manufacturing, chemist, technical and other teams to develop innovative colour cosmetics product concepts and prototypes. Ensure seamless communication among departments to drive project success. Market Research and Analysis: Conduct in-depth market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and gaps in the colour cosmetics market. Utilise data-driven insights to guide product development decisions. Budget and Cost Management: Assist in budget planning and management, optimising costs while maintaining product quality and performance. Product Documentation: Create and maintain detailed project documentation, including project plans, reports, and status updates. Quality Assurance: Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure all products meet rigorous quality and safety standards. Client Presentations: Prepare and deliver compelling product presentations to clients, showcasing product concepts, features, and benefits. Key Requirements: Degree in a relevant field, preferably in cosmetics or a related discipline. Proven experience in product development or a related role, with a minimum of 2 years of experience. Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Client-facing experience with a track record of building and maintaining client relationships. Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data for informed decision-making. Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality and innovation. Proficiency in project management tools and software. Benefits: Performance-based bonuses. Comprehensive benefits package. Opportunities for professional growth and development. A collaborative and innovative work environment. Employee discounts on our extensive range of colour cosmetics products. How to Apply: If you are a driven and creative professional with a passion for colour cosmetics and the ability to engage clients effectively while driving product innovation, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and relevant experience. Please include “Senior NPD Executive Application" in the subject line of your email. Barry M Cosmetics embraces diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. We warmly welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates, irrespective of their gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious beliefs, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity status.

Temp Field Sales Executive/Account Manager B2B 2 Positions Available Location: Field Based Role Industry: World/Ethnic Food Brand Salary: £12 - £15 Per Hour PLUS 20% BONUS Hours: Flexitime/Weekly Contract/Field Based Interested in nurturing connections and boosting sales? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? We're looking for an enthusiastic Field Sales Executive to become part of our team. What We Offer You: • Immediate responsibilities from day one, with full-time sales management of your own territory. • A fixed pay PLUS 20% Bonus when targets are met • We're looking for experienced professionals who can hit the ground running from day one. Therefore, training is not provided, but continuous basic coaching and mentoring is provided, to help you understand the target market, and the products we offer. • A dynamic and respectful work environment where every individual is valued. The Role: In the capacity of a Field Sales Executive, you hold a crucial role in propelling sales and broadening our market footprint. Key responsibilities include: • Engaging in negotiations with major retail, distributors and wholesale clients to optimise shelf allocation and enhance visibility. • Organising and spearheading sampling sessions at various events and customer stores to engage with customers. • Attaining mastery of your designated territory to pinpoint prime market avenues and avenues for expansion. • Cultivating and overseeing relationships with clients and field sales units to optimise outreach. • Delivering compelling and effective training to trade partners as an expert in the industry. We are looking for someone who is: • Able to drive excitement, manage themselves effectively, and build strong relationships across diverse channels. • Attentive, outgoing, and with the ability to instantly build rapport • Previous experience in food environment and sales or telesales • Target driven with a sense of ownership and pride in performance and its impact on the success of the company • Numerate, and able to use Excel and Word • Strong communications skills, both written and oral • Holder of a valid UK driver's license is preferred but not essential • Knowledge Any of these language skills is a bonus but not essential: Hindi / Urdu / Greek / Hausa / Akan / Italian / German. But the English language is required. • An excellent driven self-starter with ability to get things done • Team player, service orientated, supportive and innovative Description/Job Purpose: • Create your own sales opportunities through door to door sales and scheduled store visits • To attend all pre-qualified and pre-booked New Business appointments assigned to you in your diary • Sell our company’s products to retail stores such as supermarkets, high street stores, and large distributors/wholesalers in the UK and abroad • Increasing brand awareness in developing markets/geographical areas • Market research Key Accountabilities • Cold calling on potential customers, occasional appointment setting and store visits as appropriate • Courtesy calling on existing customers – increasing spend through awareness of product range • Updating the CRM system with appropriate notes and actions • Using the CRM system to log activities and set reminders to follow up • Recognising, understanding, planning and executing appropriate actions in reaction to changes in customer behaviour or order patterns • Developing strong customer relationships so the company is seen as a key partner • Being aware of competitor, market and trends and activity within the territory. Report this and take appropriate action. • Providing timely, informative reports as required • Negotiating/modifying customer terms/pricing within set limits Key Performance Indicators for the role: • Increase in average orders per day across defined market areas • Increase in average lines ordered per account • Increase in number of accounts ordering each month • Number of new accounts opened per month/quarter etc. • Average of 2-6 stores visits or contacts per day, with 1-3 quality new orders and accounts opened per day This is a contract, and may be renewed weekly. You will be working a minimum 16hrs per week. 4 days per week (4 hrs per day). Must have own phone + computer with access to fast internet. You'll also be provided with access to our digital telephone and switchboard. All candidates start with a remote 2-hour training trial, min. Benefits: Flexitime (to be arranged) Field Based Role If the role of Field Sales Executive/Account Manager sounds like the role for you, please get in touch with us as we’d love to hear from you. Please include your CV. Candidates with previous experience or job titles, including; Telesales Executive, Telemarketing Executive, Sales Executive, Telesales Advisor, Account Manager, Telemarketer, Business Development Manager, Business Development Executive may also be considered. About the Company As a small but prominent lifestyle company, we pride ourselves on diversifying experiences with a recent addition to our portfolio—an innovative food brand rooted in London. Our latest venture introduces a unique culinary journey, celebrating the rich flavours of Africa, India, South America, the Middle East, and the Caribbean. Embracing luxury and authenticity, our brand promises a small yet extraordinary exploration of world foods, inviting individuals to savour every bite of this unparalleled food adventure.