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Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 (subject to experience) + benefits + training Role Overview LAUNCH is looking to recruit a junior or graduate industrial bottle designer for a client-facing role. We’re looking for someone with an industry or academic background in industrial design, product design, 3D design, technical design, or design engineering. You should have at least two years’ experience working with 3D CAD (through study or industry) and be able to communicate clearly in both written and verbal formats. As this is a technical role, you should be comfortable using analytical thinking to understand briefs and explain ideas in a clear and approachable way. You’ll collaborate closely with the team to tackle technical challenges and will be supported as you build confidence discussing solutions with clients and suppliers. In this role, you’ll help support our clients by providing technical packaging insight and industrial design services. A key part of the job is turning creative ideas and technical briefs into 3D structural packaging concepts and production-ready designs across a range of materials, including glass, crystal, aluminium, wood, ceramic, and plastic. Our in-house production knowledge and technical design expertise are central to how we work. Everything we create is expected to be both beautifully crafted and technically robust, so strong attention to detail is essential, and a good eye for design is a welcome bonus. You don’t need prior bottle-design experience - full training will be provided. What matters most is that you’re self-motivated, proactive in learning new skills, and able to apply new knowledge with confidence on future projects. About LAUNCH LAUNCH is an independent, design-led, technical bottle design agency, providing industrial glass and plastic bottle design and consultancy services for the drinks, food, and cosmetics industries. We work at the intersection of creativity and manufacture - through technical consultancy, industrial design, and production support, we collaborate with our clients, turning bold concepts and ideas into beautifully engineered realities. Working Environment & Culture At LAUNCH, you’ll be joining a small, collaborative studio where craftsmanship, technical curiosity, and precision underpin everything we do. You’ll work alongside experienced industrial designers who will support your development and encourage you to ask questions, experiment, and develop confidence in both your technical and creative decision-making. We value: • A supportive learning environment, • Cross-disciplinary collaboration, • Pride in delivering beautiful, highly detailed work, • Open communication and proactive problem-solving, • A culture of continuous improvement Career Development & Progression This role offers significant potential for growth. You will receive: • Structured and on-the-job CATIA training, • Training in industrial bottle design principles, • Mentoring from senior team members, • Early exposure to real client projects, • Opportunities in digital sculpting, 3D rendering, and 3D printing & prototyping, • Opportunities to work with global brands and leading design agencies As your confidence and technical skills grow, you’ll have the opportunity to: • Lead elements of client discussions, • Specialise in a broad range of materials or production processes Duties • Designing and/or modifying structural bottle designs and related components using CAD software (primarily CATIA). This includes balancing technical requirements, consumer appeal, sustainability considerations, and cost effectiveness to meet client design and business objectives., • Providing technical packaging consultancy, including interpreting and analysing client briefs., • Managing and maintaining client product data, ensuring quality and accuracy., • Communicating with clients (via email, online meetings, and phone) throughout project development to ensure requirements and deliverables are clearly understood and met., • Collaborating with colleagues (face-to-face and online) to progress projects and continue developing job-related skills. Responsibilities • Building knowledge of packaging production processes, materials, filling, and distribution - through on-the-job training and proactive self-led learning., • Responding quickly and flexibly to client communications; our fast, reliable availability is a key part of LAUNCH’s service., • Planning and managing a varied workload with a proactive, adaptable approach., • Working with a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement., • Working overtime when required to support client deadlines. Qualifications, Skills and Experience Essential • An undergraduate degree (or higher) in industrial design, product design, 3D design, technical design, or an engineering discipline. A 2:1 or above is preferred, but strong 2:2 candidates will be considered., • Minimum two years’ experience (academic or industry) using 3D CAD software. Experience with any CAD system is acceptable - full CATIA training will be provided., • Experience producing technical drawings and design documentation., • Strong computer literacy (Windows and Microsoft Office)., • Excellent attention to detail., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Good analytical and technical problem-solving abilities., • Ability to work to tight deadlines. Desirable • Two years’ experience working in industrial design, product design, 3D design, technical design, or design engineering (structural packaging experience is a bonus but not required; full training will be provided)., • Experience with product data management., • Industrial design hand sketching & ideation., • Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite., • Experience with 3D printing & prototyping., • Experience working with quality control standards., • Ability to interpret technical briefs and communicate technical concepts clearly., • Experience with non-CAD 3D modelling software (e.g. Blender) and/or 3D rendering software (e.g. Keyshot)., • Knowledge of packaging technologies, production processes, and materials., • Experience managing client accounts., • Experience with FEA, including interpreting and reporting results., • Ability to travel internationally for occasional client site visits (including to the US)., • Experience in structural packaging design or a related field is advantageous but not essential. Location • LAUNCH is based in Penarth, UK., • This is a studio-based role; candidates must be able to commute or relocate to the Penarth area., • Standard studio hours of 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday apply, with flexible working available after the training period (at employer’s discretion). Equipment & Software Provided • High-spec mobile workstation, • CATIA licence and full training, • Access to 3D printing and prototyping equipment, • Internal tools for project management and data handling Remuneration • Competitive salary, • Flexible working options available after the training period (at employer’s discretion), • 33 days’ holiday (including bank holidays), • Private healthcare after 12 months’ service (at employer’s discretion), • Annual bonus after 12 months’ service (at employer’s discretion), • Last Friday/Monday of the month off work (at employer's discretion), • Paid Christmas shutdown (at employer’s discretion) Right to Work Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. (Sponsorship is not available for this role unless otherwise discussed.) Equality, Diversity & Inclusion LAUNCH welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to equal opportunities. We value a diverse team and encourage applicants who can bring fresh perspectives to our work. Start Date We are ideally looking for someone to start as soon as possible, but we can be flexible for the right candidate. How to Apply To apply, please send: • Your CV, • A portfolio showcasing your design and 3D CAD work, • A brief cover letter explaining your interest in the role and in industrial bottle design Applications can be emailed to . Applications close on 2nd January 2026. • This vacancy may be retracted at any time.

Join our winning team. Are you a natural go-getter with a passion for field sales, winning new business, and building lasting face-to-face relationships? This is your chance to elevate your sales career with a fast-paced, forward-thinking team. You’ll be out in the field identifying new opportunities, connecting with customers onsite, and making a real impact - all while developing your skills and growing your earning potential in a supportive, high-energy environment. The Role at a Glance: Field Sales Executive Remote Working Competitive Market Salary & OTE Package Plus Excellent Company Car & Benefits Including Pension Scheme, Annual Bonus Scheme, Discounted Private Health and More… Permanent - Full Time Company: Global Distributor of chemicals & ingredients used in everyday products Culture: Work with real purpose. Grow how you want to. Be who you are Your skills / background: Field Sales, Territory Management, Client Visits, Negotiation & Communication Skills, Goal Orientated, New Customer Development, New Business Development. What your day might look like: As a key ambassador for Univar Solutions, you’ll spend your day building meaningful connections and driving real commercial impact. You’ll reignite relationships with previously active accounts through on-site visits, working to win back lost business and restore trust. Alongside this, you’ll actively seek out fresh opportunities - identifying, qualifying, and converting new prospects into long-term, loyal customers within your territory. Your role will centre on expanding a healthy, diverse customer portfolio and product mix, ensuring sustainable, profitable growth. You’ll regularly visit customers to deliver an exceptional, face-to-face sales experience, from the initial introduction right through to successful delivery. You’ll take ownership of your performance, consistently pushing toward revenue and engagement targets with energy and initiative. As a representative of Univar Solutions, you’ll promote and live our core values and brand promise in every interaction. Behind the scenes, you’ll maintain accurate, insightful CRM records that support strong decision-making and transparency across the team. You’ll keep forecasts, reports, and plans up to date and delivered on time. And throughout all your activities, you’ll follow company policies and procedures, ensuring full compliance with relevant legislation. About You: You’re a driven, competitive self-starter who loves winning new business just as much as you enjoy nurturing and growing existing accounts. Curious by nature and disciplined in your approach, you’re always learning, always improving, and always pushing for that next level of performance. Targets motivate you and you consistently hit them. You excel in face-to-face conversations, building instant rapport and long-lasting relationships. Your negotiation skills are strong, your commercial instinct is sharp, and you know how to close deals with confidence and clarity. Entrepreneurial and proactive, you thrive on getting out there: visiting customers, knocking on doors, picking up the phone, and creating opportunities where others don’t see them. You listen deeply, earn trust quickly, and truly understand what customers need to deliver real, measurable value. Organised, structured, and relentlessly results-driven, you bring energy, resilience, and persistence to every day - and you don’t stop until the deal is done. Who we are: With revenues in excess of $9 billion, Univar Solutions is one of the largest chemical & specialty product distribution businesses in the world. Our portfolio spans almost every industry, ranging from food ingredients and automotive to pharmaceutical, cosmetic and manufacturing industries. We deliver industry-leading products, services and technical support to help our customers find the right solution to their problems. We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. We are committed to fair employment practices for all our employees, regardless of race, nationality, religion or belief, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, maternity status or any other status protected by law. Our Values: • Serious about safety, • We do what we say, • Where people matter, • Valuable to others, • Together we win If you’re hungry for success, love a challenge, and want to build a career where your results really matter, we want to hear from you! Bring your drive, curiosity, and determination - and let’s turn your ambition into achievement. Apply today and move forward your career in sales with a global leader. Your Background / Previous Roles May Include: Field Sales Representative, Territory Sales, Area Sales, Field Account Manager, Sales Executive, Business Development, New Business Sales, Field-Based Sales, Chemical Sales. Application notice... We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.

Ecolab is seeking driven B2B sales professional to join the commercial Pest Elimination Street Sales team in the United Kingdom. As a Business Development Manager - Pest Division you will build & grow profitable client relationships with commercial businesses to protect their brand, their facilities, and the health and safety of their employees and customers. You will drive sales and attain budget goals by leveraging prospecting, cold calling, and networking skills to target restaurants, hospitals, hotels, retailers, food and beverage plants, schools, and nursing homes to offer the most effective B2B pest elimination programs in the United Kingdom. The new accounts you acquire will be aligned to our service team which is responsible for delivering the solutions you sell. What’s in it For You? • Competitive salary and benefits with protected commissions whilst you learn from successful professionals, • Company vehicle for business and personal use, • Fantastic opportunity for long term, advanced career growth in sales or sales management, • Flexible, independent work environment where you will plan and manage your own schedule, • Access to world-class resources, tools, and technology, • Grow your income as you drive sales through commission and bonus programs What You Will Do • Prospect and obtain customers to achieve annual new business sales goals, • Discover sales opportunities and implement sales strategies, • Partner with our service team, corporate account team, and inter-company partners to implement best practices to solve customer’s pest problems, • Build rapport and cultivate relationships with customers and co-workers through professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills, • Provide outstanding customer service by leading and educating customers throughout the sales process, • Keep informed of Ecolab product / service offerings and industry conditions to enhance successful customer outcomes, • To start, you will have the advantage of Ecolab’s world class paid training program designed to provide you the tools and resources to be one of the best in your field. Position Details • Permeant Career Opportunity, • 25 days holiday plus 8 days Bank Holiday, • 4% Flexible Benefits. A wide range of benefits (extended to families) or to be used as salary increase, • Pension and 4 x annual salary Life Assurance benefits, • Role based in the field with customers and from home, • Working in challenging environments for a wide range of commercial customers, • Company Vehicle with fuel card, MOT & Service package and available for personal use, • Mobile Phone, Laptop and Ipad Minimum Qualifications • Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record, • Home office with internet access capability, • Must be an effective communicator with written and spoken English, • 3 years of demonstrated proven results in business to business commercial sales or equivalent Ecolab experience, • Pest elimination and / or hotel and restaurant selling experience preferred, • Excellent organisation / time management skills, • Proven relationship management and consulting skills, • Problem-solving ability to determine customer solutions, • Proven negotiation & presentation expertise, • Strong self-motivation & drive for results, • Knowledge of the pest industry an advantage but not essential About Ecolab Pest Elimination Learn how scientifically proven protocols help eliminate pests through 3.6 million customer visits annually. Ecolab Pest Elimination provides solutions to prevent and eliminate all types of pests in commercial buildings, food processing plants, food retail, foodservice, and many other markets. By partnering with our customers in these markets, you will have the opportunity to help protect their facilities, employees, and brands at a time when it’s more important than ever. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, colour, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran. In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce. Ecolab is a place where you can grow your career, own your future and impact what matters. Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging Ecolab is committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and furthering the principles of Equal Opportunity to Employment. We will recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance in all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement. Ecolab will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin,citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, or disability.

Company This award-winning frozen food manufacturer is a multi-site operation with state of the art facilities across Germany, France, and the UK. A recognised category leader in the frozen snacking and value-added dairy products. The business is known for its innovative, high-quality, value-added products spanning meat, vegetarian, and dairy categories. Supplying major grocery and foodservice customers both in the UK and internationally, they combine market insight, technical expertise, and creative product development to deliver trend led private label solutions that set the standard in frozen innovation. The Role As National Account Manager, you’ll be responsible for a portfolio of major grocery retail accounts, leading all commercial activity from day-to-day relationship management through to long-term strategy, planning, and growth. The customer base comprises leading UK grocery retailers, likely to include Sainsbury’s, Waitrose, and Marks & Spencer. You’ll work in close partnership with both retailer development teams and the company’s own NPD and innovation experts to deliver exciting, bespoke new products shaped by emerging food trends and consumer insights. This is a highly innovation-led role, demanding creativity, pace, and commercial acumen to translate ideas into successful launches that drive customer satisfaction and category growth. Reporting to the Head of Grocery and supported by a National Account Executive, you’ll work cross-functionally with NPD, Supply Chain, and Finance to ensure outstanding execution and customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities • Manage and grow a portfolio of top UK grocery retail customers, • Lead commercial negotiations, set strategic plans, and oversee P&L performance, • Deliver budgeted sales and margin targets, tracking and forecasting performance, • Champion customer-focused innovation through new product development, • Understand and respond to market trends, customer needs, and competitor activity, • Provide strong internal leadership, supporting collaboration across the wider team What We’re Looking For • Proven experience as a National Account Manager, Junior NAM OR Account Executive with UK retail exposure, • Strong background in private label chilled or frozen food, • Experience of working with internal and external NPD teams, • Commercially focused with sharp negotiation and analytical skills, • Highly motivated, detail-driven, and comfortable working autonomously, • Committed to building long-term customer relationships and business success Benefits • £50,000 to £55,000 salary, • 20% performance-based bonus, • Company car or car allowance (£5,400), • Comprehensive benefits package Location This is a fully home based role, with regular customer meetings and an expectation to attend the South Wales head office once a week. Contact For further information or a confidential discussion, contact Aidan Goodall on 01943 667280 or email

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 ... ZIPC1_UKTJ ...

Duration 12 Months Commencing July 2026Location You will be based at one of our hubs in eitherLondon Park Royal, Spalding Lincolnshire or Boness (near Edinburgh)Assessment Centre Information -Assessment Centrewill be held onTuesday 3rd February 2026Assessment Centerswill be held at our BakkavorNewa