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Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our leading Greater London based client to recruit for a Fresh Fish Category Manager. Purpose of role: You will lead the day to day buying of fresh fish and seafood managing a multi-million pound spend with a growing business. Key Responsibilities: • Source and purchase fresh fish and seafood in line with customer demand, production requirements, quality standards, and cost targets., • Manage buying volumes with a strong focus on cost control, pricing accuracy, supplier competitiveness, and overall commercial performance., • Monitor spend, pricing trends, margins, and supplier performance, identifying risks and opportunities and escalating where needed., • Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, wholesalers, importers, markets, and other seafood supply channels., • Negotiate competitive pricing, challenge cost increases, manage supplier terms, and ensure consistent quality and on-time delivery., • Stay informed on market trends, seasonal availability, supply issues, and suitable product alternatives. Experience required: • Previous experience buying fish or seafood., • Previous team management experience., • Experience managing supplier relationships and commercial buying decisions., • Strong knowledge of fresh fish and seafood products., • Experience negotiating with suppliers., • Commercial understanding of pricing, margin, stock, availability, and waste., • Ability to manage buying spend with strong cost and margin control., • Ability to work in a fast-moving fresh-food environment., • Strong communication skills with suppliers and internal teams., • Good Excel, reporting and purchasing-system skills., • Ability to report clearly to senior management. 51651DH INDPRO

About the Company Job Title Technical & Food Safety Manager Location London Bridge, London, United Kingdom with occasional travel to the USA Reporting To Director of Operations About the Role As Technical & Food Safety lead, you will own and drive all aspects of product quality, food safety, technical compliance and continuous improvement for our beverage production business. You will ensure that our processes, products and facilities meet the highest standards of regulatory compliance, customer requirements and internal best-practice. You will work cross-functionally across production, R&D, purchasing, supply chain, and regulatory affairs to ensure safe, consistent, high-quality syrup manufacture and distribution. Responsibilities • Develop, implement and maintain the food safety management system (FSMS) for our syrup business, aligned with relevant standards (e.g., BRCGS, FSSC 22000, HACCP)., • Lead hazard analysis, risk assessments and mitigation plans specific to syrup manufacture (e.g., microbiological, chemical, allergen, physical hazards)., • Ensure compliance with UK, EU and USA food safety legislation, labelling, allergen control, nutritional declaration, etc., • Work with R&D/Production to ensure new syrup products and formulations (e.g., flavour syrups, dairy-free syrups) meet safety, stability, shelf life and pumpability requirements., • Manage shelf-life studies, stability testing, process validations, and technical trials., • Support facility qualification/validation: CIP (clean-in-place), sanitation regimes, hygiene monitoring, environmental controls, equipment maintenance., • Oversee supplier approval, audits, specification management and traceability for raw materials, ingredients, additives, packaging., • Perform internal audits and manage external audits/inspections by certification bodies and customers. Develop corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)., • Analyse quality/food safety performance metrics (non-conformances, customer complaints, returns) and drive continuous improvement initiatives., • Provide technical support to production and operations (e.g., root-cause investigations, change-control management, deviation handling)., • Maintain and update technical documentation: HACCP plans, allergen registers, process flow diagrams, sanitation schedules, specification sheets, certificates of analysis (CoAs)., • Provide training to production, QA/technical staff on food safety, hygiene, GMP and technical matters., • Work with regulatory/label-compliance teams to review and approve labels, marketing claims, nutritional data and packaging materials., • Act as point of contact for customers’ technical/food safety queries and manage customer audits when required., • Keep abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, emerging risks (e.g., syrups stability, clean label, allergens), and advise senior leadership accordingly. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology or a related discipline., • Minimum three years’ experience in technical/food safety roles within the food & beverage sector (experience with syrups, beverages, liquid ingredients or formulations is strongly preferred). Required Skills • Proven hands-on experience with implementing and managing FSMS (HACCP, BRCGS, FSSC 22000 or similar)., • Strong understanding of UK/EU food safety regulation, labelling, allergen control, shelf-life & stability testing., • Experience conducting internal and external audits, managing customer technical requests and supplier audits., • Demonstrated ability to manage stability/shelf-life programmes and formulation/process trials from NPD all the way through to retail., • Excellent problem-solving skills, root-cause analysis and technical investigation experience., • Strong interpersonal skills; ability to lead cross-functional teams, train staff, influence senior leadership and communicate technical content clearly., • Good project management skills — ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives., • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel, data-analysis) and quality management software., • Experience working in a manufacturing environment (preferably UK-based) with good knowledge of GMP, hygiene, sanitation, CIP, etc., • Strong organisation, attention to detail and proactiveness — ability to anticipate issues and act to mitigate risk. Preferred Skills • Certification in food safety lead auditor or equivalent., • Experience working with liquid/flowing products, pumpable syrups, concentrates or beverages., • Experience with shelf-stable liquid products (e.g., concentrates, flavour syrups) and knowledge of microbiological stability in low-pH or sugar / high-sugar systems., • Knowledge of clean-label, allergen-free, or sugar-reduced product trends., • Familiarity with UK retail/foodservice customer technical requirements (spec sheets, audits, site visits)., • Lean manufacturing/continuous improvement experience (Six Sigma, Kaizen or similar)., • Technical innovation experience — supporting new product launches, process optimisation and scale-up (which is relevant since you plan to scale syrup production). Pay range and compensation package • Employment type: Full-time, permanent, • Travel: Occasional visits to suppliers, customers, relevant conferences or audit sites, • Generous employee share and options scheme, • Location: London, • Start date: ASAP Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.

Senior Supply Chain Manager | Health & Wellness Brand | London / Hybrid Harmonic are proud to be partnering with a fast-growing wellness brand that has built an exceptional reputation through high-quality, effective products and a loyal customer base. In a market often driven by short-term trends, they’ve stood out by focusing on product integrity, strong repeat purchase, and building long-term trust with their community through product lines which are additive free and scientifically proven. Following significant success in the UK, the business is now entering an important stage of scale. With growing retail partnerships, strong momentum across social and TikTok, and plans to launch into the EU/Middle East, they’re focused on creating the operational foundations needed to support long-term expansion. Taking full ownership of the end-to-end supply chain and operations function, the Senior Supply Chain Manager will be central to ensuring the business can scale without losing quality, speed, or customer experience. The successful candidate will lead the function from supplier and manufacturer relationships through to inventory planning, fulfilment, logistics, and customer operations. Working closely with senior leadership, they’ll play a key role in shaping product launches, managing and optimising 3PL partnerships, and building the systems, processes, and resilience needed for international growth. It’s a high-impact role for someone who thrives in fast-growth environments and wants to help shape a genuinely exciting consumer brand as it moves from strong momentum into long-term market leadership. Key Responsibilities • Own and lead the end-to-end operational function of the business including supply chain management, logistics, fulfilment and customer service, • Develop and implement scalable operational strategies to support growth, • Manage supplier and manufacturing relationships, ensuring quality, cost efficiency, and reliability, • Drive improvements in COGS through supplier negotiation, production efficiencies, and smarter inventory management, • Work closely with commercial and finance teams to support profitability by improving operational efficiency and protecting margins, • Monitor operational performance against key business metrics including customer acquisition cost (CAC), customer retention, and churn, ensuring operations supports sustainable growth, • Manage and optimise 3PL relationships to support increasing demand across DTC and retail channels, • Identify risks and inefficiencies, proactively implementing solutions, • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards What our client would like to see (essential) • Proven experience in an Operations, Supply Chain or Logistics role within a beauty, FMCG, food, drink or consumer brand, • Strong understanding of supply chain, manufacturing, and logistics in a product-led business, • Experience scaling operations in a fast-growth environment, • Strong commercial awareness and financial acumen, • Strong understanding of and experience with Excel, • Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, • Confident stakeholder management, including suppliers and senior leadership What we would like to see (non-essential) • Experience working in a founder-led or entrepreneurial business, • Exposure to international supply chains or global expansion, • Experience with a DTC, subscription-based brand, • Experience implementing or upgrading operational systems (ERP, inventory tools, etc.), • Experience with Xero and/or other accounting systems would be a benefit, • Passion for beauty, wellness, or consumer brands Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 Hybrid working: 3 days per week in the London office At Harmonic, we are committed to building inclusive and equitable workplaces. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and ensure every application is considered fairly and thoughtfully, regardless of race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.

Supply Chain Manager | Fast-Growth Food Startup | London The Client Our client is a high-growth UK food business operating in the premium foodservice sector, specialising in authentic Latin American-inspired staple ingredients supplied into professional kitchens across the UK. The business has built a reputation for delivering high-quality, provenance-led products that sit at the intersection of traditional culinary heritage and modern UK food manufacturing. Its range is designed specifically for chefs and food operators who value authenticity, consistency, and depth of flavour. Prior to launch, the founders spent extensive time working directly with growers and producers across multiple regions, building long-term supplier relationships and understanding traditional production methods at source. These relationships now underpin a tightly managed international supply network that prioritises quality, consistency, and responsible sourcing. The Role This is a pivotal supply chain hire, responsible for owning purchasing, international supplier coordination, and inventory management across a complex UK and overseas supply base. The role sits at the centre of the operational function and acts as the critical link between overseas production partners, UK logistics, manufacturing, and day-to-day fulfilment. You will ensure materials and finished goods move smoothly through the supply chain, balancing availability, cost efficiency, and production requirements. Working closely with the founders and operations leadership, you will play a key role in building structure, improving visibility, and strengthening control across a scaling but still evolving supply chain. This is a highly hands-on role where strong ownership and pragmatic problem-solving are essential. Key Duties • Take full ownership of purchasing across UK and international suppliers, • Manage long-lead overseas supply chains, including forecasting, ordering, and lead-time management, • Maintain direct relationships with international suppliers, including Spanish-language communication, • Coordinate international freight, customs clearance, and inbound logistics into the UK, • Oversee stock integrity, inventory accuracy, and warehouse flow, • Support production planning through accurate supply and demand inputs, • Manage and optimise ERP and inventory systems (Cin7 Core or equivalent), • Develop and maintain reporting tools covering purchasing, stock levels, and supply chain performance, • Identify and deliver cost optimisation and efficiency initiatives across procurement and packaging, • Work closely with operations, production, and finance to align supply with demand, • Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes, and operational workflows What the client would like to see (essential) • Fluent Spanish speaker (written and verbal), with experience working directly with overseas suppliers, • Background in food manufacturing, FMCG, or similar fast-paced operational environments, • Strong experience with ERP, WMS, or inventory systems (Cin7 Core or comparable platforms), • Advanced Excel capability with proven ability to build models, dashboards, and reporting tools from scratch, • Experience in demand planning, stock control, or production scheduling, • Strong understanding of warehouse operations and end-to-end supply chain processes, • Comfortable operating in a scaling business where structure is still being developed What we would like to see (bonus) • Experience managing complex, long-lead international supply chains, • Exposure to Latin American sourcing or comparable import markets, • Previous ERP implementation or systems optimisation experience, • Track record of cost saving, process improvement, or operational efficiency projects, • Experience in founder-led, high-growth environments, • Exposure to manufacturing environments where production planning is tightly linked to supply availability Location: London Start-date: ASAP Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per annum + bonus At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.

Our client, a rapidly growing organisation within the FMCG food manufacturing and distribution sector, is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Operations Manager to lead a large-scale production operation based in North West London. This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly organised operational leader to take ownership of a fast-paced, multi-shift food production facility supplying retail, wholesale, and B2B customers. Offering a salary of circa £60,000 per annum, this role is ideal for an experienced operations professional with a strong background in central production units, food manufacturing, or large-scale production kitchens. Job Role Reporting to the Operations Director, the Central Kitchen Operations Manager will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of a high-volume production facility, overseeing production, dispatch, compliance, team leadership, and continuous improvement activities. Managing a large multi-shift team, you will ensure products are produced safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards while maintaining operational performance, food safety compliance, and financial targets. Responsibilities • Lead and develop Production Managers, Supervisors, Dispatch teams, and Production Operatives across day and night shifts., • Oversee all production planning, staffing allocation, and operational workflow activities., • Ensure products are manufactured to specification, maintaining quality, portion control, packaging, and allergen compliance standards., • Manage daily dispatch operations, ensuring orders are fulfilled accurately and delivered on time., • Maintain compliance with SALSA/BRC, HACCP, traceability, and food safety standards at all times., • Oversee all production records, temperature monitoring, batch traceability, and audit documentation., • Ensure equipment maintenance, cleaning schedules, and operational standards are consistently maintained., • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, waste reduction, and operational performance., • Take ownership of the operational P&L, managing labour, waste, purchasing, and overhead costs., • Produce and analyse operational and financial reports to support business performance., • Manage supplier relationships and challenge performance where necessary., • Lead operational improvement and infrastructure projects, including automation and process optimisation initiatives., • Work closely with Supply Chain, Finance, Retail Operations, and Product Development teams to support business growth and operational scalability. Personal Profile • Significant experience within a Central Kitchen, CPU, food manufacturing, or large-scale food production environment., • Previous experience operating at Operations Manager level or similar senior leadership role., • Strong working knowledge of SALSA/BRC, HACCP, food safety, and traceability systems., • Proven experience managing large teams across multiple shifts, including night operations., • Strong financial and commercial awareness with experience managing operational budgets and KPIs., • Excellent organisational and leadership skills with the ability to drive high performance., • Experience implementing SOPs, operational workflows, and continuous improvement initiatives., • Calm and solutions-focused approach within fast-paced operational environments., • Passionate about operational excellence, quality, and team development. Benefits include: • Discretionary performance based bonus, • Bupa healthcare, • Free food and drink on shift Ref Code: LI013283 To apply, please send your comprehensive CV in strict confidence, quoting the reference above and for the attention of Jon Hemming-Nash. Please include current salary details within your application. Due to high response levels, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not received a response within one week, regrettably your application has not been successful on this occasion.

A bit about H&H Group Health & Happiness (H&H) Group is a publicly traded company, with established market positions in more than 14 countries in Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America and Oceania with over 3,000 team members working across the globe. Our vision is focused on premium nutrition and lifetime wellness. We have 3 business segments - Baby, Adult and Pet Nutrition and Care - supporting whole-family health and happiness across 7 international brands. On our journey to making a positive difference across the world, you will work with passionate people in an innovative and collaborative organization as we inspire wellness through purpose led careers. We are passionate about our customers and community and are looking for similar-minded talent to join us. As an equal opportunity employer, we care deeply about creating an inclusive workplace where our team members feel valued, respected, and empowered. Role Overview: • Within the context of a rapidly expanding company, you will be integrated in a dynamic, stimulating and constantly evolving environment. Based in our London office with some European travel., • Reporting to the Senior Regulatory & Quality Affairs Manager, you will support the continued development and maintenance of an effective Quality System and ensure that products comply with applicable regulatory and industry requirements across Europe., • You will coordinate product release activities, OOS investigations, deviations, complaints, and manufacturer-led investigations. You will ensure contract manufacturers adhere to Quality Agreements and manage the relationships with them, including all change control activities. Key Responsibilities: Ensure compliance of H&H standards, processes, and regulatory requirements: • Ensure conformity of pet food and food supplement products sold in the UK and EU, taking into account all relevant standards and regulations., • Write, implement, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)., • Coordinate product testing activities, including stability, microbiological testing, and palatability assessments., • Generate and review production specifications with high accuracy and attention to detail., • Manage specifications and out-of-specification (OOS) investigations., • Review and maintain Certificates of Analysis (COAs)., • Oversee product release processes., • Review and evaluate formulations to ensure regulatory compliance., • Review labelling, marketing materials, packaging, and digital documentation to ensure compliance., • Participate in relationships, meetings, and audits with Europe-wide contract manufacturers (CMs)., • Lead preparations for inspections and audits., • Follow up on CAPAs and deviations and initiate and implement change controls through the eQMS., • Review and investigate customer complaints., • Engage in cross-functional activities and global projects., • Provide quality expertise to internal stakeholders across Regulatory, Product Development, Operations, Sales, Customer Service, Digital, and Marketing teams., • Communicate potential risks clearly and proactively, proposing appropriate solutions or alternatives., • Continuously review processes and identify opportunities for improvement., • Support and promote brand-specific benchmark standards., • Collaborate with internal teams to manage safety-related reports (FSA, EFSA), internal data processing, and analysis., • Stay up to date with regulatory and quality requirements and changes., • Anticipate and implement legislative requirements as needed., • Manage various business-driven projects., • Continuously assess personal performance and discuss development through regular appraisals., • Contribute to a positive, proactive, and collaborative workplace culture. Desired Skills and Experience: To make sure we are setting new starters up for success, we ask that you meet a few criteria relevant to the role to be considered for this opportunity: • A degree or equivalent in a science discipline., • Minimum 5 years of experience in pet food, feed or food sectors, within Manufacturing, QA, QC., • A solid working knowledge of Quality Systems, Risk Management and Compliance., • Knowledge of UK and EU regulatory requirements for feed or food., • International regulatory experience is an advantage., • Experience working in a fast-paced environment., • Excellent interpersonal, time management and organisational skills., • Champion for process excellence and quality standards across operations., • Experience in driving change, with a pragmatic and collaborative approach whilst maintaining quality standards.Cross-functional, • Cross functional problem solving and decision making, with a solutions-oriented mindset., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proficient computer skills., • Results-driven, detail-oriented and proactive., • Customer service oriented with a positive, flexible and diligent approach., • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively., • Comfort managing ambiguity and complex issues simultaneously., • Strong ability to prioritise and organise in a fast-changing, high-pressure environment., • Strategic mindset aligned with business objectives. Benefits: • H&H Group offers flexible, hybrid working. Our current Office days are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, • Class Pass Gym Membership (28 credits per month), • 25 Annual Leave days per year + 4 H&H Days + 1 work Birthday (after 1 year), • 40% discount for UK Brands, • Pension, • Health Insurance, • Life Insurance, • Private Dental Insurance, • Dog-friendly office., • Coffee shop within the building. H&H Group believes in the benefits of a diverse and inclusive workplace and aims to reflect the varied cultures within which we exist. We are committed to providing a working environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, creating a safe and inclusive environment for all. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, religions, racial and gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities and cultures, and our hiring decisions will be based on business needs, position requirements, and the qualifications and experience of individuals. If you require support or assistance during the application process, please notify us at the time of application and we will be sure to enable reasonable adjustments where suitable. If you have what it takes, please apply via the online portal and we will be in touch soon. We move quickly and may fill the role prior to the application close date, so we suggest you get in touch today! Salary and benefits will be competitive and commensurate with experience. All personal data collected is for recruitment purposes only.

Senior Operations Manager | DTC Food Subscription Brand | London / Hybrid A category-defining consumer food business is looking for a Senior Operations Manager to join the team as they enter a major stage of growth. Built around a loyal subscriber base and a strong digital presence, the company has developed a reputation for delivering an outstanding customer experience alongside high-quality products that customers genuinely build into their routines. The business has grown rapidly through its DTC model, supported by strong retention, expanding partnerships, and increasing demand across the UK. With ambitious plans for operational scale, new market launches, and continued product innovation, they are now investing heavily in the infrastructure behind the brand. This role will take ownership of the operational engine of the business, ensuring products move seamlessly from production through to the customer doorstep. From improving fulfilment performance and inventory planning to strengthening supplier relationships and refining internal processes, the Senior Operations Manager will be central to supporting the next phase of expansion. Working closely with the founders and senior leadership team, this person will help shape how the business scales operationally over the coming years. It’s an opportunity for someone who enjoys building processes in fast-moving environments and wants to play a highly visible role within an ambitious consumer brand. Key Responsibilities • Oversee the end-to-end operations function including supply planning, fulfilment, logistics, and customer delivery, • Develop operational processes and systems capable of supporting rapid business growth, • Manage supplier, co-manufacturer, and 3PL relationships to ensure reliability and service standards, • Improve forecasting and inventory management to maximise availability and minimise waste, • Drive efficiencies across the supply chain to improve margins and operational performance, • Partner with finance and commercial teams on planning, forecasting, and growth initiatives, • Monitor and improve KPIs across fulfilment, customer satisfaction, delivery performance, and operational costs, • Support new product launches and expansion into new channels and markets, • Identify operational risks and implement scalable solutions proactively, • Ensure operational compliance and best practices are maintained across the business What they’re looking for (essential) • Experience in operations, supply chain, or logistics within a food, FMCG, DTC, or consumer brand, • Experience managing and improving operational performance within a scaling business, • Strong understanding of fulfilment, inventory planning, and supply chain management, • Commercially aware with strong analytical and organisational skills, • Advanced Excel capability and confidence working with operational data, • Strong communication skills with the ability to manage internal and external stakeholders, • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment Nice to have (non-essential) • Experience within a subscription or recurring revenue business, • Exposure to international logistics or market expansion, • Experience working in founder-led businesses, • Familiarity with ERP or inventory management systems, • Experience with Shopify, Xero, or similar operational platforms, • Interest in food, consumer products, or high-growth challenger brands Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 Location: London (hybrid) At Harmonic, we are committed to building inclusive and equitable workplaces. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and ensure every application is considered fairly and thoughtfully, regardless of race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.

Editorial Manager Location: London, Westminster Contract Type: Permanent Work Type: Hybrid Salary: £55,000 + Benefits About Us The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) is a global membership organisation with over 100,000 members and more than two centuries of history. As a centre of engineering excellence, we qualify civil engineers, support lifelong professional development, and assure society that the infrastructure shaping our world is safe, sustainable, and well-designed. Our community of experts also provides trusted, impartial advice to policymakers on how to build and adapt infrastructure for a better future. The Role We are looking for an Editorial Manager to lead the commissioning, creation, copy-editing, proofreading and production of NEC content in print and digital formats. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, quality, and accessibility of our content, while making sure to support TTL strategy and adhering to its vision and purpose of innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement. The role holder is expected to bring substantial and significant editorial experience and expertise to the team. Responsibilities: • Review, copy-edit and proofread content relating to NEC Contracts to ensure authority, accuracy and consistency., • Commission, draft, copy-edit and proofread content relating to NEC newsletters to ensure the same., • Oversee end-to-end editorial production, ensuring that updates and amendments are incorporated and released in a timely and accurate manner., • Collaborate with the Head of Content, the NEC Contract Board, internal stakeholders, external SMEs and production partners with a view to creating, refining and improving product content or concepts., • Provide editorial expertise to support content promotion with Marketing and Sales teams., • Help develop and manage content workflows, SOPs, and standardised formats and style guidelines across digital and print., • Support the customer queries inbox. About You: • Significant (5+ years) editorial experience in professional publishing., • Exceptional attention to detail and command of English., • A proven written and verbal ability to translate complex information into clear and consistent organised content, in the form of e.g. meeting notes, product summaries, and presentations., • Experience with CMS, MS Office, and editorial QA processes., • Bonus: XML/SGML, InDesign, Asana., • Strong communicator, proactive collaborator, and highly organised., • Degree in English, Law, Humanities or related field., • Additional languages an advantage., • Professional qualification in Law, Construction Management or a related field would be an advantage., • Subject matter knowledge of NEC Contracts an advantage. ICE Group Benefits: • 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, • Shutdown over Christmas period, • Annual £100 allowance towards your well-being, • Discounted hot food from on-site Café bar., • Up to eight per cent of salary contributed to a personal pension scheme., • 24-hour employee support line, • Death in service benefit equivalent to four year’s salary, • Interest free season ticket loan, • Cycle to work scheme., • Big Gym membership savings with the Gymflex scheme, • Your Rewards discount scheme ICE Group is an equal opportunities employer and are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. We welcome applications from disabled candidates and will provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you need support or an alternative format, please contact us at people.team@ice.org.uk General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) 2018 The data collected via this application process will only be used by the ICE Group for the purpose of recruitment and for the performance of an employment contract if a job offer is made. This data will not be disclosed to any external sources without express consent unless required to do so by law. Unsuccessful applicants’ data, both electronic and paper will be deleted/shredded six months from date of application. For any questions or concerns about your personal data, please get in touch with our Data Protection Officer at the details provided below: at Email: dataprotection@ice.org.uk Applicants have the right to complain to the ICO at http://ico.org.uk/ if they have a concern with the way ICE is handling their data. If you're an experienced editor with a passion for clear, consistent content, we’d love to hear from you

HEAD CHEF – PREMIUM FOOD PRODUCTION KITCHEN Sydenham, South East London £50,000–£55,000 45 hours per week | Mostly Monday–Friday | Daytime hours Lead a High Growth Premium Food Kitchen An exciting opportunity has opened for an experienced Head Chef to lead operations in a fast-growing premium food production kitchen based in South East London. This is not a traditional restaurant role. You will be joining an ambitious food business creating high-quality products for restaurants and hospitality clients, including: • Premium sauces, • Starters, • Prepared vegetable products, • Tailored menu components, • Tailored food solutions Working directly with an industry-leading founder and Michelin-star trained chef, you will play a key role in scaling a rapidly growing division with strong long-term progression opportunities. The Role As Head Chef, you will take ownership of the daily running of the kitchen and lead a team of 6. You will be responsible for making sure all products are produced to an exceptional standard, delivered on time, and organised efficiently in a high-volume environment. Key responsibilities include: • Leading day-to-day kitchen operations, • Managing production schedules and workflow, • Team leadership, rotas and training, • Ordering, stock management and waste control, • Maintaining premium food quality and consistency, • Improving systems, organisation and kitchen processes, • Supporting sampling and new product development About you You are a strong operational chef who combines high culinary standards with excellent organisation. You enjoy building structure, leading teams, and taking real ownership. You will likely have experience as a: • Head Chef, • Production Head Chef, • Sous Chef, • Central Kitchen Manager, • Development Chef, • Catering Head Chef, • Food Production Manager (fine dining) You must have: • Strong chef background with restaurant experience, • Exposure to fine dining or premium food standards, • Experience in production, prep or catering kitchens, • High-volume food operation experience, • Leadership experience managing teams, • Excellent organisation and forward planning, • Hands-on, no-ego attitude Ideal Personality We are looking for someone who is: • Highly organised, • Detail-focused, • Calm under pressure, • Solutions-driven, • Flexible and adaptable, • Team-oriented, • Proud of their work This role suits someone who takes ownership, solves problems proactively, and wants to help build something special. Why Join? • Join an exciting high-growth food concept at an early stage, • Work directly with a Michelin-level culinary leader, • Real autonomy and influence over kitchen operations, • Daytime hours, • Predominantly Monday–Friday schedule, • Strong progression opportunities as the business grows, • Opportunity to shape systems, culture, and standards from the ground up

OVERVIEW Smart Group Ltd’s flagship venue Evolution London is a purpose-built, semi-permanent event venue located on an exclusive site in the heart of Battersea Park. The venue is a 5500 sqm of versatile event space that has a potential capacity of up to 4000 people (depending on configuration) and offers a blank canvas setting for organisers to utilise the space in many different formats. Evolution London accommodates a variety of events each year which include exhibitions, conferences and company parties. Events at the venue are delivered by external organisers hiring the venue as well as Smart Group Ltd’s internal team. In addition to the event space the venue offers advanced in-house production (Encore), and in-house catering (Moving venue) options tailored to suit each client. The venues operation team are responsible for planning and delivering 80+ clients’ events ranging from awards dinners, exhibitions, fairs and conferences. The Event Operations Manager will manage and grow their portfolio of clients, from contracting stage all the way until post event management reporting. They will plan, coordinate and work alongside the Head of Event Operations at Evolution London. This role requires a candidate with excellent communication skills, a keen eye for detail, knowledge of catering and a passion for event planning. Our offices are located at Evolution London in Battersea and Smart Group Head Office in Deptford. WHAT THE ROLE REQUIRES: The Event Operations Manager will work closely with the Evolution venues team, Moving Venue – our exclusive catering company as well as the venue team including Encore, the onsite production and personnel teams to ensure client’s briefs are met as well as maintaining excellent client retention. The successful candidate will be a key member of the venue operations team, supporting the Head of Event Operations on day-to-day venue operations, as well as working with their own portfolio of client events. During the months of June & December, the venue operations team operate at Magazine London to which Smart Group place a summer and Christmas install. Within these months, we are responsible for the management of the venue and our clients who take tenancies during this timeframe. Your responsibility remains the same as the roles and responsibilities below, with support from a catering planner from Moving Venue. The events within the summer run are a mixture of brand activations, dinners, summer parties and exhibitions. No brief is the same! KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT • Work with new and existing clients on each element of the event planning and liaising with specific internal departments (catering, production, venue operations, site management), • Support the Head of Event Operations and Senior Operations Manager on the pre-event planning including but not limited to site visits, menu tastings, pre-production meetings, approval of event schedules, compiling H&S documentation, adhering to local council regulations, floor plans, on site management and delivery., • Ensuring all event administration including function sheets, event notification forms and health and safety forms are created for all events., • Creating proposals and reaching out to suppliers to obtain quotes., • Ensuring the client experience is a success from start to finish, maintaining excellent client relations and post-event feedback., • Organising debrief meetings with your clients with a view of retaining the event for the future., • Due to the nature of the role, the Event Operations Manager will be required to often work unsociable hours and attend events to support the on-site management teams. CATERING • Moving Venue is the onsite exclusive caterer, part of The Smart Group. This dual role will require elements of catering to be actioned to enable the Moving Venue operations team to be able to deliver a successful event., • Tastings – Arranging client tasting, as well as compiling client tasting notes and menu sheets. Booking in relevant linen, crockery and glassware upgrades with our exclusive suppliers., • Allergens – ensuring all events have allergen tent cards printed for all menus., • Beverage Pre Orders - keeping track of all beverage pre orders, sending updates to the catering operations team. Ensuring all beverage pre order links, are in line with the current wine list., • Menus- liaising with the Moving Venue sales team to keep all food and beverage menus updated with the correct offerings., • Crew Food- booking in the relevant client and personnel crew food., • Special diets- collating special diets received from clients and relaying onto the chef team. VENUE OPERATIONS • As part of the Evolution London events team, you will ensure that we continue to provide a high standard of venue facilities for our clients and events., • Review and action event / client feedback to continually improve the venue experience and encourage repeat business., • To gain good working knowledge of Evolution London you will need to ensure suppliers, internal and external are always complying with the venue rules., • To develop an understanding of health and safety regulations within the venue., • Review and action event / client feedback to continually improve the venue experience and encourage repeat business. SALES • As part of the planning process, there should be a focus on increasing revenue through upselling to clients wherever possible, • Where required, host clients at events to help grow new and existing client relationships, • Working alongside the sales team to complete supplier/competitor analysis, • Assisting with providing information for Weekly Sales Activity Reports and Monthly ‘What’s on Reports’ FINANCE • Responsible for ensuring event cost sheets and P&L’s are updated with accurate costs from suppliers., • Ensuring invoices are passed onto the relevant team members for reconciliation and finance approval., • Full responsibility of your event budget from contract stage to post event. WHAT YOU'LL BRING • Minimum of 3/4 years’ experience within events., • Proven track record of delivering successful events, within a venue background. Catering is preferred but not essential., • Commitment to quality and timely service delivery, with a proactive and positive “can do” attitude, • Strong organisational and multitasking skills with a flexible approach to the demands of the role, • A team player who understands the bigger picture and impact of decisions, • Ability to use initiative and be proactive in your role, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability and confidence to manage stakeholder relationships, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), • You enjoy responsibility and ownership of projects and processes WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? At Smart Group, we value our teams, and as part of our commitment to creating a positive work environment, we offer the following benefits: • Quarterly performance-related bonus, • Starting holiday allowance of 25 days (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service, • Access to Medicash health plan, including dental, optical, 24/7 mental health support helpline, virtual wellbeing tools, • Exclusive restaurants and bar discounts via the CODE app, • Free on-site parking at Evolution London and Head Office, • Fresh, healthy breakfast and lunch served daily by our in-house chef (when working at Head Office), • Incentive trips for high performing employees, • Cycle to work scheme, • Recommend a friend scheme - earn up to £1,000 when recommending a friend to work with us, • Regular social events throughout the year, • Two complimentary event tickets per year and discounted tickets for friends and family, • Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave and Pay - subject to length of service, • Interest free travel loan, • One paid volunteer day each year We believe in celebrating success, supporting wellbeing, and creating a place where everyone can thrive.

We currently have an opportunity for a talented Joinery Design Co-Ordinator to join the Concept Bespoke team. This will be a role working closely with the Joinery Project Managers to ensure projects are run efficiently and effectively. As Design Co-Ordinator, you will enable a smooth design development phase by preparing drawings and controlling the process through setting standard details, control of drawing status, creating and populating trackers/schedules which are shared externally and internally and managing procurement and tracking of joinery components. Main Responsibilities: • Attend design workshop meetings, • Conduct accurate site surveys, • Produce detailed Auto CAD shop drawings compliant with client intent and building standards, • Assisting with pre-production administration including updating trackers/schedules, • Preparation of samples for sign off, • Conduction accurate take offs for procurement of materials/components, • Agreeing standard details at the project start and checking that the design team are compliant with intent before handing over drawings to the Joinery Manager for final review, • Research and provide information for specification changes or solutions to clients design intent, • Initially review client comments and report design time/cost variations to joinery manager, • Provide commentary on shop drawings to the factory RFI’s, • Provide installation guidance and be point of contact for site should they require more information, • Provide technical guidance on joinery components to the internal team and liaise with suppliers to receive and incorporate correct technical data into our designs, • Coordinate logistics for externally finished joinery components e.g. metal finishing, • Coordinate joinery components issued to factory or site separately e.g. ironmongery Administration • Communicating with suppliers for technical support, • Take off and populate ironmongery, sample, components and finishes schedules, • Compile quotations for components and ironmongery for purchase, • Track delivery of components and ironmongery, • Gather information on lead times for components such as wallpapers, fabrics, ironmongery etc., • Collate information and create O&M manual drafts for sign off, • Produce As built drawings Skills and Abilities • Excellent communication with project stakeholders, • Extensive knowledge of joinery design and manufacturing processes, • Proficient in Auto CAD and producing drawings for bespoke joinery, • Proficient in Excel, • Ability to effectively communicate design ideas, • Effectively manage time in order to keep on top of drawing programmes and releases, • Confident oral and written skills, • Forward planning to avoid programme failures, • Site surveys when required Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Benefits: 33 days Annual Leave (Including Bank holidays) Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) bonus Performance bonus Holiday accrual scheme Private medical insurance scheme Pension scheme Bike to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Benefits: • Additional leave, • Bereavement leave, • Casual dress, • Company pension, • Cycle to work scheme, • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount, • Free parking, • On-site parking, • Sick pay

Catering Manager Contract: Government Location: London, SW1A 2NN Hours of work: 40 (Monday - Friday) Contract Type: Permanent We are seeking a Catering Manager to lead and manage the food provision within the Net Zero department, overseeing a staff restaurant alongside a hospitality business centre. The hospitality offer caters for up to 300 covers and includes a mix of buffet-style food and sandwiches, requiring a strong focus on quality, service and operational control. Job Description We are looking for an individual who is confident engaging with Senior Government Officials while also being hands-on and comfortable working in the kitchen when required. This role requires both front-of-house and back-of-house experience, with responsibility for the strategic planning, growth and profitability of the catering operation. Key Responsibilities • Organise and control all aspects of the catering operation, including strategic planning for business growth and profitability., • Manage, direct and support catering staff to ensure efficient and effective delivery of all services., • Build, maintain and enhance effective working relationships with internal teams, the client and external stakeholders., • Set, manage and review contract objectives and targets, producing and delivering a Business Plan for the operation., • Plan, allocate and monitor work to ensure objectives are achieved by self and the wider team., • Lead on recruitment, training, development and succession planning for key roles within the contract., • Ensure full compliance with food safety, operational, HR and company policies and procedures., • Create and maintain a healthy, safe and secure working environment in line with all Health & Safety legislation. Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications • Proven experience in hospitality food production and catering operations., • Level 3 Food Safety qualification., • Front-of-house and back-of-house experience, with the ability to cover kitchen operations when required., • Ability to work unsupervised and lead catering operations confidently., • Strong people management skills, with the ability to guide, motivate and engage a team., • Clean, well-presented and professional at all times., • Pleasant, engaging manner with the confidence to interact with senior stakeholders. The Company ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience. Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people. We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #Becomewhoyouwant, #Bepartofsomethingbigger, #aplacetobeyou, #facilitiesmanagement ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer. ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background. We are proud to be a Gold Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) award holder and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, recognising our commitment to supporting veterans, reservists, and military families. Through our Joint Forces Programme, we provide mentoring and support to members of the Armed Forces community and their spouses as they transition into civilian careers. We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme. Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work. If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing resourcing.team@uk.issworld.com

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Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our leading Greater London based client to recruit for a Fresh Fish Category Manager. Purpose of role: You will lead the day to day buying of fresh fish and seafood managing a multi-million pound spend with a growing business. Key responsibilities: You will source and buy fresh fish and seafood in line with customer demand, production room requirements, quality standards, and cost targets. You will manage the buying volume, ensuring strong cost control, accurate pricing, supplier competitiveness, and commercial discipline across the category. You will monitor spend, cost-price movement, supplier pricing, margin impact and buying performance, escalating risks, and opportunities to senior management You will manage supplier relationships across fish and seafood suppliers, wholesalers, importers, markets, and other supply routes. You will negotiate competitive pricing, challenge cost increases, manage terms where applicable, and ensure suppliers deliver the right products, at the right quality and on time. You will maintain close awareness of market movement, seasonal availability, supply shortages, and suitable product substitutions Experience required: Previous experience buying fish or seafood. Previous team management experience. Experience managing supplier relationships and commercial buying decisions. Strong knowledge of fresh fish and seafood products. Experience negotiating with suppliers. Commercial understanding of pricing, margin, stock, availability, and waste. Ability to manage buying spend with strong cost and margin control. Ability to work in a fast-moving fresh-food environment. Strong communication skills with suppliers and internal teams. Good Excel, reporting and purchasing-system skills. Ability to report clearly to senior management. 51651DH INDPRO The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position

Role: Technical Manager (Fresh Produce) Salary: c£50-60k Location: East London / Kent (Hybrid) Schedule: Monday to Friday (Standard Office Hours) The Opportunity Are you a Technical Lead looking for a role where you have genuine influence over the supply chain? Our client is a leading Fresh Produce specialist in the Kent area, known for their innovation and long-standing relationships with Tier 1 UK Retailers. As Technical Manager, you will move beyond simple compliance. You will lead, motivate, and drive a technical strategy that ensures world-class product flow from farm gate to the retail shelf. This is a high-visibility role focused on continuous improvement and maintaining "Gold Standard" technical satisfaction with our key customers. Key Responsibilities: Retailer Partnerships: Act as the primary technical point of contact for major retailers, managing audits and ensuring 100% compliance with specific customer codes of practice. Strategy Execution: Own the technical roadmap, driving improvements in product quality, shelf-life, and waste reduction. Supply Chain Integrity: Manage food safety and quality standards across the entire supply chain, from crop production to final delivery. Continuous Improvement: Lead the site toward "Best in Class" status, identifying efficiencies through data-led decision-making. What You’ll Bring: Produce Pedigree: Minimum 3+ years in a Technical Management or Senior Technologist role specifically within Fresh Produce. Retailer Savvy: Expert knowledge of major retailer technical portals and quality systems. The "Data" Mindset: Highly numerical and comfortable using complex data to drive quality outcomes. Leadership: A confident communicator capable of managing cross-functional relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels

This role oversees end-to-end site operations for a fast-paced international food manufacturer in Wembley, driving performance across production, planning, and logistics. The Operations Manager will lead teams, deliver continuous improvement, and ensure all quality, safety, and efficiency standards are consistently achieved. Client Details Our client is a well-established and rapidly growing international food business with a strong presence across UK and European retail and foodservice channels. Known for their commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, they operate a fast-paced production environment supplying a diverse product portfolio to major customers. Description The Operations Manager will be responsible for driving operational excellence across the site, ensuring that production, warehousing, and supply chain activities run efficiently and safely. You will play a key role in developing people, strengthening processes, and supporting the organisation through its next stage of growth. Key responsibilities include: Leading day-to-day operations across production, planning, and logistics to meet business targets. Implementing continuous improvement initiatives to optimise output, reduce waste, and enhance product quality. Ensuring all activities fully comply with food safety, quality, and health & safety standards. Managing and coaching a diverse operational team, building strong capability at all levels. Collaborating closely with senior leadership on strategic projects, including capacity expansion and process upgrades. Monitoring KPIs, analysing performance trends, and driving corrective actions where needed. Building a culture of accountability, teamwork, and high performance.Profile The ideal Operations Manager candidate will have: Significant experience in a leadership role within food manufacturing, FMCG, or a similarly fast-paced environment. Strong understanding of production processes, planning, and supply chain dynamics. A proven track record of delivering operational improvements and embedding CI methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.). Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder-management skills. A hands-on, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to thrive in a dynamic growth environment. Intermediate excel knowledge - Understandings of V-lookups, IF statements etc.Job Offer An exciting opportunity to join a thriving international business with strong growth ambitions. Competitive salary and benefits package, coupled with the chance to make a significant impact on site performance and future success. Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain

Health, Safety & Environment Manager | West London | Up to £60,000 + 20% Bonus + Excellent Benefits Are you ready to take ownership of Health, Safety and Environmental performance at a fast-paced food manufacturing site? We're partnering with a well-established and growing food manufacturer to recruit a Health, Safety & Environment Manager for one of their key production facilities in West London. This is a highly visible role, sitting on the site leadership team and playing a key part in shaping culture, influencing behaviours, and driving continuous improvement across the operation. This role would suit someone who enjoys being operationally visible, building relationships on the shop floor, and influencing leaders and teams without relying on hierarchy. The Health, Safety & Environment Manager will: Lead the site Health, Safety and Environmental strategy, aligned to operational and business objectives Drive behavioural safety initiatives and help embed a proactive, prevention-focused safety culture Coach and influence leaders and operators across the site to improve safety ownership and decision-making Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, audits and risk management activities Ensure compliance with UK legislation and maintain robust HSE management systems Oversee fire safety, emergency preparedness, contractor management and security processes across the site Work cross-functionally to improve environmental performance, including waste reduction, utilities usage and energy efficiency Act as the site's competent person and key contact for external regulators and enforcement bodiesThe successful candidate will have: Proven Health & Safety leadership experience within food manufacturing or another fast-paced manufacturing environment Strong experience influencing behavioural safety culture and engaging operational teams Experience working closely with senior leadership teams and influencing without direct authority NEBOSH Diploma, or working towards it A practical, hands-on approach with strong shop-floor presence Experience leading audits, investigations, compliance activities and continuous improvement initiatives Environmental or sustainability experience would be beneficial Join a forward-thinking organisation committed to safety, sustainability, and diversity. Grow your career in a supportive, inclusive culture where you can truly make a difference. For more information or to apply, please contact Sam Tearne at or call (phone number removed). Irwin and Colton are a specialist Health and Safety recruitment company, based in the South East of England we recruit across the UK. We recruit all roles in the health and safety industry from Health and Safety Manager, Health and Safety Director through to Health and Safety Advisor positions. Irwin and Colton Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website (url removed). Irwin and Colton is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you. Health, Safety & Environment Manager | West London | Up to £60,000 + 20% Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Hygiene Manager (Food Production) - Largest biscuit factory in Europe We're recruiting for a Hygiene Manager to take ownership of cleaning and food safety standards within a fast-paced food production environment. This is a key operational role where you'll lead a team of around 30, ensuring all production areas and machinery are cleaned safely, effectively, and in line with strict hygiene and compliance standards. If you come from food manufacturing and understand the importance of hygiene in keeping production running safely and efficiently, this is a role where you can make a real impact. The Role Lead, manage and develop a team of ~30 hygiene operatives Take full ownership of hygiene standards across production areas Oversee the safe strip-down, cleaning, and reassembly of machinery Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and H&S procedures Manage the correct use of chemicals and cleaning equipment Support site operations in maintaining safe, efficient production Identify risks, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement What We're Looking For Experience as a Hygiene Manager or Supervisor within food manufacturing / FMCG Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP) Experience cleaning production machinery and equipment Knowledge of COSHH and safe chemical handling Proven experience leading teams in a production environment Organised, proactive, and confident working in a fast-paced setting Why Apply? Monday-Friday working pattern Key leadership role within a live production environment Real ownership of hygiene standards on-site Stable, long-term contractBenefits include: Virtual GP access Financial wellbeing support & early pay access Flexible lifestyle benefits platform Ongoing training and development Interested? If you're currently working in food manufacturing hygiene and ready to step into (or continue in) a leadership role with real responsibility, get in touch for a confidential chat. RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Production Line Leader - Part-Time - Nights Join a well-established and growing food manufacturer where your leadership skills will thrive in a vibrant, hands-on environment. With a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and sustainability, this business plays a key role in supplying high-volume fresh products to a wide range of customers across London and the South East. About the Production Line Leader job The purpose of your role will be to oversees the production line and packing team to ensure daily targets are achieved safely, efficiently, and to company quality standards. The role includes coordinating daily operations, supporting and training staff, monitoring productivity and quality, and escalating issues when needed. Key tasks • Prepare the production line for each shift by checking orders and production plans, confirm staff attendance, assign tasks and communicate daily targets to ensure smooth operations throughout the shift., • Monitor the production process to ensure productivity and quality standards are met, identifying and reporting any operational, waste or quality issues, and complete supportive paperwork., • Lead and support the packing team through training, guidance and clear communication, while monitoring productivity, managing break schedules and escalate any attendance, conduct or performance concerns., • Maintain high standards of health, safety, hygiene and cleanliness by ensuring PPE is used correctly, work areas are kept clean and safe and oversee end-of-shift cleaning and line close-down. About You • The successful candidate shall have experience working in a production or manufacturing environment, preferably food or fresh produce, with previous experience supporting or leading a production team., • Food Safety Level 3 certification and other relevant technical qualifications such as HACCP or Food Technology would also be an advantage. More details The Production Line Leader job (ref:9054) is paying £15,600 per annum according to your experience. The site is in Croydon, Greater London and is commutable from areas of South London, Kent and Surrey. The working hours are Sunday, Monday and Tuesday nights. This is a 20-hour working week. Alternate job titles Production Supervisor | Production Team Leader | Production Line Leader | Assistant Production Manager | Production Shift Supervisor | Food Industry Production Jobs b3 jobs are market-leading recruiters specialising in the food and beverage manufacturing industry, both in the UK and internationally. Founded in May 2000, we are proud of our reputation for being reliable, knowledgeable and resourceful - with our unique blend of honest and professional work ethics. ‎‎‎If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for feel free to register with us Upload Your CV - Food Manufacturing Jobs in the UK. On applying for this job, you consent to b3 jobs ltd holding your details on file to contact you about your job search. For full details of our GDPR policy, please refer to the b3 jobs website

Ready to find the right role for you? Salary: Competitive plus Veolia benefits Grade: 5.1 Hours: 42.5 hours (average) per week 4 on x 4 off Days only Location: 16 Choats Road Dagenham Essex RM9 6LF When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. As a Lead Maintenance Engineer you'll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. What we can offer you; 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays Access to our company/people's pension scheme Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential What you'll be doing; Lead day-to-day and shutdown maintenance activities to maximise plant throughput and minimise downtime. Coordinate workflow between two shifts, plan weekly maintenance, and allocate weekend shutdown tasks. Supervise on-shift technicians, assigning labour across PPM, process issues, and breakdowns. Plan, schedule, and organise all maintenance activities using SAP CMMS to optimise plant uptime and availability. Carry out both planned and reactive maintenance on a wide range of mechanical, electrical, and process equipment. Manage service contractors, including inductions, work permits, RAMS reviews, and compliance with safe working practices. Oversee parts identification, ordering, and repairs to support continuous operations and reduce disruption. Inspect equipment and work areas for hazards or defects, completing required documentation and reporting issues to the Maintenance Manager. What we're looking for; The successful candidate will possess a City & Guilds or NVQ level 3 in mechanical and/or electrical maintenance or a recognised formal apprenticeship with an ONC/HNC or Btech in the relevant discipline. You will have experience in process manufacturing, production industry or food manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have proven experience of working at a high level and fully conversant with material handling equipment, be experienced with conveyors, baling equipment, Low Voltage equipment, pumps, motors, plant auxiliaries, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical and optical separation, magnetic and Eddy current separation technology. Comprehensive practical experience in maintenance within a process industry preferably gained in a recycling environment, but not essential. You will be enthusiastic and a competent problem solver with a practical approach to engineering problems, be able to demonstrate an analytical approach to investigation, allied with a practical ability to resolving engineering problems. Experience in low voltage power systems, control systems and Software (DCS/SCADA/HMI/PLC), CMMS / AMMS systems would be advantageous. What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team. Job Posting End Date: What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive

New Product Developer Wembley £38,000-£45,000 per annum Talent Guardian is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established food manufacturer based in Wembley. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and driven New Product Developer to join a busy NPD team and play a key role in bringing exciting new food products to life. Reporting to the NPD Manager, you'll take ownership of development projects from initial brief right through to successful launch. You'll work closely with commercial, technical and factory teams to ensure every product meets customer expectations, quality standards and commercial targets on time and to specification. Key Responsibilities: Manage NPD projects end-to-end, from concept development through to launch Develop samples and recipes in line with customer briefs and cost targets Set and manage critical project timelines, keeping all stakeholders informed Lead packaging development and contribute to customer presentations Attend customer visits, factory trials and pre-production runs Ensure all product claims, launch packs and documentation are accurate and signed off Support site HACCP meetings and internal risk assessments Work with site teams to source raw materials and review specifications Conduct post-launch reviews and drive continuous improvement Manage and develop team members, supporting training and performance What We're Looking For: Food Technology degree or equivalent Previous experience in an NPD role, ideally within a food manufacturing environment Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines Experience working with retailer NPD systems Confident communicator, comfortable presenting to customers Level 3 or 4 Food Safety certificate (or willingness to work towards) Full UK driving licence A genuine passion for food and product innovation The Ideal Candidate Will Be: Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Comfortable working at pace in a fast-moving environment A natural collaborator who builds strong relationships across departments Solutions-focused with the ability to manage challenges professionally This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking food business where your creativity and drive will make a real impact. Interested? Apply now or get in touch with the team at Talent Guardian for a confidential conversation

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented QA Manager specialised in Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG). The successful QA Manager will oversee the quality assurance processes to ensure products meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance. This role offers an excellent opportunity to lead quality initiatives within a dynamic environment, contributing to the organisation’s reputation for excellence. The QA Manager will play a pivotal role in maintaining compliance with industry standards such as HACCP and implementing robust analysis procedures. Duties Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance policies and procedures aligned with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Lead and manage the quality assurance team to ensure consistent product quality across all production stages. Conduct regular audits and inspections of manufacturing processes, facilities, and products to identify areas for improvement. Analyse quality data to identify trends, root causes of issues, and opportunities for process optimisation. Oversee HACCP plans and ensure compliance with food safety regulations. Provide training and guidance on quality standards and analysis techniques to staff members. Prepare detailed reports on quality metrics, non-conformance incidents, and corrective actions for senior management. Qualifications Proven experience in a Quality Assurance management role within the FMCG sector. Strong knowledge of HACCP principles and food safety regulations. Excellent analysis skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets effectively. Demonstrable leadership abilities with experience managing a team of QA professionals. Exceptional organisational skills with attention to detail. * Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence across departments. This position offers a rewarding career path for professionals committed to maintaining high-quality standards in the FMCG industry through innovative approaches and rigorous analysis

Job Title: Farm Manager Salary: £50,000 Department: Agriculture Location: Multi-Site Operations (Alford area) Reports to: Agriculture Manager Direct Reports: Farm Workers / Site Operatives Overall Responsibility: Multi-SiteFarms, Animal Welfare, Operational Performance, Compliance, Staff Training & Development Role Purpose The Farm Manager is responsible for the effective leadership, performance, and welfare standards across multiple farms. This role ensures excellent flock management, consistent produce production, and high-quality operational practice while upholding strict confidentiality regarding company processes, sites, and production systems. The post holder will manage staff, oversee day-to-day farming activities, maintain compliance with regulatory and industry standards, and drive continuous improvement in biosecurity, animal welfare, and production efficiency. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership & Farm Management • Oversee daily operations across multiple farms, ensuring optimal flock health, welfare, and productivity., • Conduct routine checks on feed, water, lighting, and environmental conditions to maintain flock performance., • Ensure collectors complete accurate daily records, including correct pallet labelling and production logs., • Manage litter, enrichment, and environmental standards to promote welfare and behavioural needs., • Implement and maintain high-quality farm operating procedures that support maximum production efficiency., • Monitor production data, identify trends, and initiate corrective actions where needed. People Management & Team Development • Lead, motivate, and supervise workers across multiple sites, fostering a positive and productive work culture., • Develop staff capability through structured training, coaching, and on-the-job development., • Manage rotas, task allocation, and staffing levels to meet operational requirements., • Conduct performance reviews and address training needs, ensuring consistent standards of work., • Ensure all staff follow company protocols relating to hygiene, PPE, welfare, and safe working practices., • Reinforce confidentiality expectations and ensure all employees adhere to company privacy policies. Flock Health, Biosecurity & Welfare • Implement robust biosecurity protocols, including wheel-wash, foot-dip, visitor controls, and hygiene procedures., • Conduct daily flock health checks and escalate issues such as changes in mortality, produce production, or water intake., • Complete routine health monitoring tasks including blood sampling, swabbing, and weighing pullets., • Work closely with the agricultural team and veterinary support to coordinate preventative and responsive flock care., • Maintain secure, accurate, and confidential health and treatment records.. Feed & Nutrition Management • Monitor feed usage and ensure accurate forecasting and inventory control., • Work with nutrition specialists to adjust diet plans based on flock behaviour, health, and production data., • Ensure feed systems are maintained, functional, and free from contamination. Regulatory Compliance & Assurance • Ensure full compliance with animal welfare, food safety, environmental, and biosecurity regulations., • Maintain accurate records for inspections and assurance audits, ensuring strict confidentiality., • Prepare for and manage external audits, including:, • Regulatory bodies (e.g., DEFRA), • Industry codes (e.g., BEIC Lion Code), • Welfare schemes (e.g., RSPCA Assured / Freedom Food) Facility & Equipment Management • Oversee the maintenance and repair of buildings, plant, and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations., • Coordinate specialised repairs with internal teams or external contractors. Maintain secure access to sites and protect confidential information relating to layouts, systems, and processes. • Ensure all facilities meet regulatory and internal safety standards. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Work Location: In person

Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced permanent Team Leader to join their production environment, in the Enfield area. Key Responsibilities: Manage and maintain information systems to support performance tracking and reporting of KPIs, including labour efficiency and stock control. Ensure all team members are competent in their roles by conducting regular assessments and competency reviews. Lead your shift in executing the production plan safely, on schedule, and in full, maintaining high food safety standards, minimizing waste, and achieving optimal yield. Monitor and report on yield, quality, volume, and cycle time, highlighting both successes and areas for improvement. Maintain clean, safe, and well-organised work areas, upholding excellent housekeeping standards. Identify and report any incidents or unsafe conditions, supporting investigations and follow-up actions as required. Operate Manufacturing Execution Systems and contribute to advanced manufacturing and work order management.Preferred Experience: Previous experience in the food industry. Demonstrable team leadership experience managing teams of 5 or more. Level 3 Food and Drink Technical Operator qualification or equivalent experience. Level 2 Food Hygiene certification or equivalent. Level 2 HACCP and Level 2 Health & Safety certifications.Desired Skills & Attributes: Thrives in a fast-paced production environment. Strong communication skills with the ability to inspire and support your team. Proactive, adaptable, and supportive of continuous improvement and change initiatives. Customer-focused, delivering consistent high-quality results. Builds a collaborative, motivated team through empathy, coaching, and strong leadership.Shifts are Monday to Friday 7am to 4pm and Saturday 7am to 1pm

Our client, a well-established and fast-paced organisation within the FMCG wholesale and food distribution sector, is seeking a hands-on and organised Night Supervisor to lead warehouse operations and ensure high standards of service, quality, and efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to take ownership of night shift operations within a time-critical environment. Job Role Reporting to the Senior Production Manager, the Night Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing the night warehouse team, ensuring accurate and timely order fulfilment in line with customer expectations. You will lead operations across multiple departments, maintaining product quality, driving team performance, and ensuring compliance with operational standards. This role operates on a night shift pattern with a rotating weekly schedule. Responsibilities • Supervise and coordinate night shift operations across multiple warehouse departments., • Lead and allocate tasks across the team to ensure efficiency and performance targets are met., • Manage rotas and staffing levels to ensure adequate operational cover., • Act as the main point of contact for night operations, liaising with internal teams., • Oversee picking, packing, and dispatch processes to ensure orders are fulfilled accurately and on time., • Review and approve delivery routes prior to dispatch, managing any shortages or issues., • Investigate picking errors and implement corrective actions to improve accuracy., • Maintain strict quality control standards, ensuring only compliant products are dispatched., • Oversee goods-in checks, identifying any quality or quantity issues., • Manage stock control processes, including rotation (FIFO) and stock accuracy., • Drive continuous improvements to enhance operational efficiency and performance., • Ensure compliance with health & safety and food safety standards at all times. Personal Profile • Previous experience in a warehouse supervisory or team leader role, ideally within FMCG or food distribution., • Strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to lead teams effectively., • Good understanding of warehouse operations, stock control, and dispatch processes., • Knowledge of food safety and health & safety standards., • Strong attention to detail with good IT and systems skills., • Ability to make decisions under pressure in a fast-paced environment., • Hands-on approach with a strong focus on teamwork, accuracy, and efficiency. Ref Code: CV13276 To apply, please send your comprehensive CV in strict confidence, quoting the reference above and for the attention of Jon Hemming-Nash. Please include current salary details within your application. Due to high response levels, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not received a response within one week, regrettably your application has not been successful on this occasion

INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT & HR EXPERTS ACROSS THE PLASTICS, PACKAGING, SPECIALITY CHEMICALS, LIFE SCIENCES, BIOPOLYMER, FOOD ADDITIVES & INGREDIENTS, ENERGY AND RECYCLING SECTORS SINCE 1975. Operations Manager Plastics Manufacturing Based in Corsham, Wiltshire Job ref: CST/64790 Salary: Commensurate with experience The Company: Listgrove is proud to be retained by Leafield Environmental who are currently looking to recruit an Operations Manager with experience of working in manufacturing. Reporting to the Managing Director, this is a permanent, full-time position, based on-site in Corsham, Wiltshire. It will be responsible for two sites employing around forty people in manufacturing. The company is a well-established and profitable SME manufacturer specialising in the innovative design, production and supply of rotationally moulded street furniture, bollards, recycling solutions, agricultural products and cases. The Role: • Manage and control the key production processes ensuring efficient usage of resources, whilst maintaining quality and productivity in line with the production and delivery plan., • Ensure compliance to health and safety legislation and the in-house HSHE and Quality systems., • Action pre-determined production plan through effective usage of the production, engineering, and finishing/assembly teams., • Oversee all the maintenance activities., • Continually improve the production processes, procedures, and team member competence., • Analyse and report KPI’s for the department on a weekly / monthly basis., • Motivate and develop the team members through regular feedback, training plans, and coaching., • Set clear plans and objectives ensuring good levels of communication for the team members of daily / weekly requirements and performance attainment., • Co-ordinate the annual stock take for the department., • Work as a part of the wider team towards the total operational and company objectives. Person Profile: • Educated to degree/HND level with extensive manufacturing experience., • Experience of working within the plastics industry and ideally rotational moulding is preferred., • Consideration will also be given to candidates with a strong engineering background who can demonstrate quick learning, curiosity and a capacity to develop good systems., • As the company is an SME, it is imperative that the person is hands-on and enjoys the ‘cut and thrust’ of a busy factory whilst also taking account of the big picture for future development of the site., • Excellent planning and man management skills., • Experience of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement but with the added flexibility to develop these tools so that they fit with the company’s way of working., • An aptitude for mechanical engineering., • Good general IT skills (ERP Systems & Microsoft office etc), • Analytical and reporting skills., • Flexible approach and able to work to tight deadlines., • Must have a hands-on approach and a ‘can do’ attitude. For reasons of better legibility, the simultaneous use of the language forms male, female and diverse (f/m/d) is avoided. All personal designations apply equally to all genders. For UK roles, candidates must be eligible to work and live in the United Kingdom. Proof of eligibility will be required with your application. Why select Listgrove? • Five Decades of Market Intelligence, • Unrivalled Industry Networks, • Recognised International brand, • HR Qualified Professionals To hear from our clients on how we have supported their search for talent and HR needs, please visit Listgrove’s Case Studies page. Throughout 2026 & 2027 you can meet with Listgrove at the following exhibitions: Interpack, France Innovation Plasturgie, Interplas UK, Plast Milan, Fakuma, ArabPlast, NPE 2027. Performance through People. Listgrove Limited Registered in England No: (phone number removed)

Our client, a rapidly growing organisation within the FMCG food manufacturing and distribution sector, is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Operations Manager to lead a large-scale production operation based in North West London. This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly organised operational leader to take ownership of a fast-paced, multi-shift food production facility supplying retail, wholesale, and B2B customers. Offering a salary of circa £60,000 per annum, this role is ideal for an experienced operations professional with a strong background in central production units, food manufacturing, or large-scale production kitchens. Job Role Reporting to the Operations Director, the Central Kitchen Operations Manager will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of a high-volume production facility, overseeing production, dispatch, compliance, team leadership, and continuous improvement activities. Managing a large multi-shift team, you will ensure products are produced safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards while maintaining operational performance, food safety compliance, and financial targets. Responsibilities • Lead and develop Production Managers, Supervisors, Dispatch teams, and Production Operatives across day and night shifts., • Oversee all production planning, staffing allocation, and operational workflow activities., • Ensure products are manufactured to specification, maintaining quality, portion control, packaging, and allergen compliance standards., • Manage daily dispatch operations, ensuring orders are fulfilled accurately and delivered on time., • Maintain compliance with SALSA/BRC, HACCP, traceability, and food safety standards at all times., • Oversee all production records, temperature monitoring, batch traceability, and audit documentation., • Ensure equipment maintenance, cleaning schedules, and operational standards are consistently maintained., • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, waste reduction, and operational performance., • Take ownership of the operational P&L, managing labour, waste, purchasing, and overhead costs., • Produce and analyse operational and financial reports to support business performance., • Manage supplier relationships and challenge performance where necessary., • Lead operational improvement and infrastructure projects, including automation and process optimisation initiatives., • Work closely with Supply Chain, Finance, Retail Operations, and Product Development teams to support business growth and operational scalability. Personal Profile • Significant experience within a Central Kitchen, CPU, food manufacturing, or large-scale food production environment., • Previous experience operating at Operations Manager level or similar senior leadership role., • Strong working knowledge of SALSA/BRC, HACCP, food safety, and traceability systems., • Proven experience managing large teams across multiple shifts, including night operations., • Strong financial and commercial awareness with experience managing operational budgets and KPIs., • Excellent organisational and leadership skills with the ability to drive high performance., • Experience implementing SOPs, operational workflows, and continuous improvement initiatives., • Calm and solutions-focused approach within fast-paced operational environments., • Passionate about operational excellence, quality, and team development. Benefits include: • Discretionary performance based bonus, • Bupa healthcare, • Free food and drink on shift Ref Code: CV13283 To apply, please send your comprehensive CV in strict confidence, quoting the reference above and for the attention of Jon Hemming-Nash. Please include current salary details within your application. Due to high response levels, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not received a response within one week, regrettably your application has not been successful on this occasion

Data Manager (Food Quality) - 15 months FTC MorePeople is partnering with a London based non-profit organisation that is a recognised leader in UK food assurance. The organisation sets high standards across food safety, animal welfare, and environmental practices, playing a vital role in maintaining consumer confidence in British food production. Working across the entire supply chain, they have a strong reputation for driving best practice and continuous improvement. Ideal Candidate We are looking for an individual with a solid background in UK agriculture, food or fresh produce, gained through hands on experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of food safety and operations within the wider supply chain, alongside experience in compliance, audit, or assurance environments. This role requires someone who is comfortable working with data in a business context, whether through administration, analysis, or systems management, and who has some familiarity with food or farm management software systems. Main Responsibilities Data governance and structure Data quality management Third party data integration Collaboration with farm software providers Reporting and insights generation Legal compliance and data sharing Certification to farm data principles Team contribution and line managementRequired A solid background in UK agriculture, food, or fresh produce, ideally gained through hands on experience Good understanding of food safety standards and operations across the wider supply chain Experience within compliance, audit, or assurance environments Comfortable working with data in a business context, including administration, analysis, or systems management. Familiarity with food or farm management software systems. Understanding of data governance, data quality, and data management principles Awareness of legal compliance requirements in relation to data and information sharing Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with internal teams and external partners Experience contributing to a team environment, with any prior line management experience being beneficialLocation London (Hybrid role, once a week requirement to travel into the office) How to Apply If you would like to learn more about this opportunity and join an organisation making a real impact, please contact Angus on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Maintenance Manager (Interim) £520.00 daily rate plus expenses (Outside IR35 opportunities available) Must be available to start next week 6-8 weeks 4 on 4 off DAYS Location: Commutable from Wembley, London The Profile We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the Engineering Department on an interim basis. The successful candidate will have: This is a hands on engineering role ·A recognised engineering apprenticeship or relevant engineering qualification ·Proven experience within food manufacturing or a process-driven production environment ·Strong knowledge of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) systems and implementation ·Experience managing quality standards and reducing waste ·A proactive, hands-on leadership style with a focus on continuous improvement ·Strong organisational and problem-solving skills The Role Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the Interim Maintenance Manager will be responsible for: ·Providing strong leadership and man-management to a small team (up to 6 direct reports and 10 indirect, including contractors) ·Managing on-site projects and contractor activity ·Distributing workload effectively across the team ·First and second-line management responsibilities ·Conducting staff appraisals and performance management ·Delivering and reporting on KPIs including Planned Maintenance, Health & Safety, and Quality ·Providing technical leadership and promoting a proactive maintenance culture to prevent equipment failure The Company You will be joining a leading FMCG manufacturer with an established and loyal client base. The business continues to expand, offering a stable yet dynamic working environment. This interim opportunity offers the chance to make an immediate impact within a growing organisation

Product Manager Role The Opportunity An established food manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Product Manager to lead product quality and food safety at a high‑volume production facility. This is a key role within the site leadership structure, responsible for safeguarding product integrity, driving continuous quality improvement and acting as the guardian of brand standards. Operating within a fast‑moving FMCG environment, the role offers genuine influence across operations, technical and supply chain teams, with exposure to customer and regulatory stakeholders both in the UK and overseas. Key Responsibilities • Full accountability for site product quality and food safety performance - Lead all regulatory, customer and third‑party audits (announced and unannounced) - Maintain, develop and audit the Total Quality Management System - Drive a continuous improvement culture focused on quality, yield and consumer value - Act as a HACCP team member, ensuring risk assessments, validation and verification are robust - Oversee raw material intake quality, yield optimisation and allocation - Manage product quality incidents and complaints through effective RCA and corrective action - Ensure customer specifications and quality systems are accurate, current and clearly communicated - Partner with cross‑functional teams to embed best practice and consistent ways of working - Lead, coach and develop technical team members to ensure capability and engagement - Act as the custodian of brand quality and integrity About You • An experienced Product Quality / Technical Manager from a food or fresh produce environment - Confident leading audits and acting with authority in a regulated manufacturing setting - Strong working knowledge of food safety legislation and customer standards - Collaborative, resilient and commercially minded - Comfortable influencing across functions and managing multiple stakeholders - Detail‑focused, analytical and proactive in problem solving Qualifications & Experience • Degree in Food Science, Horticulture, Agriculture or similar discipline - HACCP Level 4 and Level 4 Food Safety - Internal and third‑party auditing experience - Proven leadership experience within FMCG or fresh food manufacturing - Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives - Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel to UK and overseas sites as required 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)