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Head Beauty Therapist - Birmingham Head Beauty Therapist Stratford Upon Avon Competitive Location Description Billesley Manor Hotel & Spa is a luxury 4* hotel steeped in history. Set in 11 acres of Warwickshire parkland, the grade II listed building hosted William Shakespeare in 1599 with its heritage dating back to 1327. Job Description We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Beauty Therapist to lead our spa team and deliver exceptional guest experiences within our luxury hotel spa. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for a highly skilled therapist who thrives in a premium environment and is confident managing people, standards, and service excellence. The Role As Head Beauty Therapist, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the spa’s treatment offering while leading, motivating, and developing the therapist team. You will ensure treatments are delivered to the highest standards, guest satisfaction is maximised, and the spa reflects the quality and values of the hotel. This is a hands on role which will see you completing treatments. Key Responsibilities • Deliver a wide range of beauty and spa treatments to an exceptional standard, • Lead, supervise, and support the spa therapy team, • Train, mentor, and develop therapists, including inductions and ongoing skills training, • Maintain treatment standards, protocols, and hygiene compliance, • Assist with rota planning, stock control, and product management, • Drive retail sales and treatment revenue through excellent guest engagement, • Handle guest feedback professionally and resolve any issues effectively, • Work closely with hotel management to support spa performance and targets About You • Fully qualified Beauty Therapist (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent), • Proven experience in a senior or supervisory spa role, • Strong knowledge of luxury treatments, products, and spa standards, • Confident leader with excellent communication and people skills, • Passionate about guest service and attention to detail, • Commercially aware with a proactive approach to sales and performance • Pension Scheme: Gear up for the future with our pension scheme that ensures your financial stability., • Heroic Employee Assistance Programme: We care about your well-being, which is why we offer an Employee Assistance Programme to provide support and guidance when life throws its curveballs. Consider it your trusty sidekick in times of need., • Fantastic Food & Beverage Discounts: Calling all foodies! Enjoy mouthwatering discounts at our partnered restaurants and bars. Savor the flavours and make your taste buds dance with delight., • Mind-Blowing Employee Discount Rates: As a TROO Hospitality team member, you get exclusive access to unbeatable travel discounts. Extend the adventure to your loved ones with Friend and Family Rates, making your travel dreams a reality at unbeatable prices., • Refer a Friend Scheme: Spread the word and reap the rewards with our Refer a Friend Scheme, where you can share the greatness of TROO Hospitality and enjoy bonuses for every new recruit., • Long Service Incentives: Dedication deserves celebration! Our Long Service Incentives honour your commitment with special rewards and recognition for your loyalty over the years., • Meals on Duty: Fuel your success with free meals on duty, ensuring you're nourished and ready to conquer challenges during your work hours.

Restaurant Supervisor - 40 Hours - Birmingham Restaurant Supervisor - 40 Hours Send to a Friend Apply Now Salary: 13.22 per hour Department: Sky Bar & Restaurant Location: Birmingham Published: 15 Jan 2026 Brand: Resorts World Birmingham Closing Date: 28/01/2026 Resorts World is a leisure destination owned by Genting UK Ltd. Genting owns and operates many exciting brands within the centre, including Resorts World Casino, Santai Spa, Genting Hotel, Sky Bar & Restaurant,The World Bar, The Sports Bar and a thriving meeting and events business. Located opposite the Resorts World Arena and the NEC, Resorts World is part of a busy campus that attracts millions of consumers every year to a diverse range of concerts, exhibitions and events. A vibrant destination with a beautiful lakeside location, it offers a fun and fast-paced working environment. As an inclusive and diverse employer, we celebrate individuality and value the contribution that each person brings to our workplace. We continue to gain an understanding of the needs and requirements of our customers, colleagues and prospects and actively embrace and accommodate these. If you require any support in relation to your interview, such as guidance, advice or any adjustments, please contact us. Key competencies and duties include: Ensure the efficient and courteous service of food and beverage offerings, ensuring compliance with company standards, food health & hygiene procedures, legislation and licensing laws at all times. To manage and develop the team members effectively, providing clear direction, setting high standards and expectations whilst encouraging a customer focused attitude at all times. To promote sales awareness within the department and maximise sales opportunities when and where possible. To install and maintain service standard with all members of the team. Purchase/order departmental supplies, carry out monthly stock takes and action any discrepancies in line with company standards Carry out any other duties as may be required. What is a Genting Employee? At Genting it’s important that we find and keep the best people that can do the job. However, although finding the right skills and experience for the job is vital, it is just as important that our new team members are able to behave in the way that we expect of all our employees and that they live and breathe our values. Genting focuses on recruiting high calibre and outgoing candidates from the widest fields possible who are as excited about our brands as we are and want to work and grow with a leading global player in the leisure, casino and hospitality sector. So what are we looking for I hear you ask? If you feel you tick the below boxes then we would like to hear from you! • Are enthused about working for Genting, and strongly believe in our values, • Demonstrate a positive, can-do attitude, • Have outstanding customer service skills, • Are friendly, helpful and supportive towards all team members, • Take pride in their appearance, • Reliable and hard working, • Are flexible to fit in with our 24 hour business, • Online Discount portal, • A range of “flexible benefits”* you can pick and choose from such as: extra holiday purchase, dental insurance, Company funded Health Cash Plan, critical illness cover and travel insurance., • Life Cover, • Numerous discounts across Resorts World Birmingham and the NEC Campus, • Discounts across the wider Genting UK brand, • Discounted on-site gym membership, • Discounted bus and rail passes with National Express, • Pension, • Uniform provided, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Free on-site parking We also continually looks at ways to reward and engage our employees through things like Lifestyle Vouchers, long service awards, team incentives and social fund, annual company Christmas present and Career progression through our online learning portal Genting Academy. *subject to eligibility

Head Of Retail And Beverage - Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham | Full-Time / Permanent \n Up to £45000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more. \n As the Head of Retail and Beverage at Edgbaston Cricket Stadium, you will be pivotal in orchestrating the seamless delivery of top-tier catering services to patrons, in collaboration with Levy UK & I. Your role encompasses meticulous planning, execution, and supervision of all public GA catering operations, guaranteeing alignment with organisational benchmarks and exceeding client anticipations. Your core responsibilities revolve around optimising operational processes, adeptly leading staff, fostering unparalleled customer experiences, safeguarding financial soundness of a £3.2m revenue, and upholding regulatory compliance standards. \n We are a leading global hospitality partner, designing and delivering unforgettable guest moments that prioritise people and the planet. \n Trusted by some of the world's most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events, from Wimbledon and Twickenham to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and ExCeL London we bring experiences to life with passion and precision. \n From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities. \n Head Of Retail And Beverage - The Role \n Line manage the retail and cellar team, setting performance expectations and driving accountability. \n Provide first class non-match day and match day retail, bar, third party concessions operations \n To champion HSE within the unit and lead by example, ensuring compliance with all regulations and statutory and legal requirements, including in respect of health and safety matters \n Setting quality and operational standards \n Establish excellent relationships with clients, contractors and other departments \n Management and development of relevant personnel, providing inspiration and leadership to deliver exceptional service \n Review performance and optimise sales and profitability to ensure delivery of departmental financial targets, as driven by a ‘smart’ approach to maximising the customer experience in terms of queue times, use and application of technology and the provision of enticing marketing offers \n Liaison with 3rd party suppliers and contractors to underpin effective service delivery and product quality \n To be aware and adhere with statutory, legal and Company policy requirements for; Health and Safety, Food Hygiene, Licensing Laws, Employment Law, Fire Regulations, Sales of good/Trade Description, Personnel/HR procedures. \n Ensure all operational areas are risk‑assessed, compliant, and operating to Compass/Levy policy. \n Own the operational planning cycle, including capacity modelling, queue‑flow planning, technology optimisation, and delivery coordination with Logistics, Cellar, and Culinary teams. \n Staff Management and Learning and Development: \n Serve as the site lead for stock integrity across all Retail & Beverage operations. \n To ensure that all staff are trained promptly in all areas of food hygiene and health and safety, ensuring that training record cards are duly signed. \n To identify employees with potential for development and promotions within the operation, ensuring the correct development and training opportunities are given. \n Foster a culture of high performance, teamwork and inclusion – in line with the Levy and Edgbaston Values. \n Address underperformance promptly using a structured and fair performance framework \n \n Quality Control and Customer Service: \n Monitor food and beverage quality throughout the catering process, addressing any issues promptly to maintain high standards of taste, presentation, and hygiene. \n Monitor food safety throughout the service operation and set up, ensuring all HACCP processes within your control are adhered to with any risk mitigated where necessary. \n Handle customer complaints and inquiries with professionalism and efficiency, resolving issues to their satisfaction and upholding the venue's reputation. \n Financial Management: \n Monitor labour, consumables, and operating costs, ensuring delivery against financial targets.To thoroughly investigate and feedback to the General Manager on any variances found and put an operational plan in place to mitigate them. \n Analyse stock performance, waste, yield, and margin to drive GP% improvements.To suggest to the General Manager developments in the operation that may improve the profitability, where agreed, implement, and monitor these changes once approved. \n To ensure that all stock on-site within your area of responsibility is always kept safe in line with the profit protection policy. \n To ensure that all financial administration within your area of responsibility is completed on a timely basis. \n Compliance and Risk Management: \n Lead all compliance activity for Retail & Beverage, ensuring full adherence to health & safety, food safety, licensing, trade descriptions, and employment law.Conduct scheduled and ad hoc safety walks, documenting actions and driving resolution.Ensure compliance with relevant food safety, licensing, and regulatory requirements, maintaining accurate records and documentation as needed. \n Hold accountability for alcohol licensing compliance, including staff training, Challenge 25, refusal logs, and responsible service. \n Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in catering operations, incorporating innovations and improvements to enhance efficiency and quality. \n Proven expertise in stock control, financial governance and operational risk management. \n Advanced understanding of POS, stock system and digital stock management tools. \n Strong understanding of licensing law, food hygiene legislation and H&S compliance. \n Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by event schedules. \n Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits \n Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments)\n~ Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme \n~ additional leave after returning from maternity leave \n~ Day off for your baby?Enhanced family leave \n\n~ Perks & discounts: \n~ Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts \n Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality. \n We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. \n We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. xkybehq We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Head Of Retail And Beverage - Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham | Full-Time / Permanent \n Up to £45000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more. \n As the Head of Retail and Beverage at Edgbaston Cricket Stadium, you will be pivotal in orchestrating the seamless delivery of top-tier catering services to patrons, in collaboration with Levy UK & I. Your role encompasses meticulous planning, execution, and supervision of all public GA catering operations, guaranteeing alignment with organisational benchmarks and exceeding client anticipations. Your core responsibilities revolve around optimising operational processes, adeptly leading staff, fostering unparalleled customer experiences, safeguarding financial soundness of a £3.2m revenue, and upholding regulatory compliance standards. \n We are a leading global hospitality partner, designing and delivering unforgettable guest moments that prioritise people and the planet. \n Trusted by some of the world's most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events, from Wimbledon and Twickenham to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and ExCeL London we bring experiences to life with passion and precision. \n From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities. \n Head Of Retail And Beverage - The Role \n Line manage the retail and cellar team, setting performance expectations and driving accountability. \n Provide first class non-match day and match day retail, bar, third party concessions operations \n To champion HSE within the unit and lead by example, ensuring compliance with all regulations and statutory and legal requirements, including in respect of health and safety matters \n Setting quality and operational standards \n Establish excellent relationships with clients, contractors and other departments \n Management and development of relevant personnel, providing inspiration and leadership to deliver exceptional service \n Review performance and optimise sales and profitability to ensure delivery of departmental financial targets, as driven by a ‘smart’ approach to maximising the customer experience in terms of queue times, use and application of technology and the provision of enticing marketing offers \n Liaison with 3rd party suppliers and contractors to underpin effective service delivery and product quality \n To be aware and adhere with statutory, legal and Company policy requirements for; Health and Safety, Food Hygiene, Licensing Laws, Employment Law, Fire Regulations, Sales of good/Trade Description, Personnel/HR procedures. \n Ensure all operational areas are risk‑assessed, compliant, and operating to Compass/Levy policy. \n Own the operational planning cycle, including capacity modelling, queue‑flow planning, technology optimisation, and delivery coordination with Logistics, Cellar, and Culinary teams. \n Staff Management and Learning and Development: \n Serve as the site lead for stock integrity across all Retail & Beverage operations. \n To ensure that all staff are trained promptly in all areas of food hygiene and health and safety, ensuring that training record cards are duly signed. \n To identify employees with potential for development and promotions within the operation, ensuring the correct development and training opportunities are given. \n Foster a culture of high performance, teamwork and inclusion – in line with the Levy and Edgbaston Values. \n Address underperformance promptly using a structured and fair performance framework \n \n Quality Control and Customer Service: \n Monitor food and beverage quality throughout the catering process, addressing any issues promptly to maintain high standards of taste, presentation, and hygiene. \n Monitor food safety throughout the service operation and set up, ensuring all HACCP processes within your control are adhered to with any risk mitigated where necessary. \n Handle customer complaints and inquiries with professionalism and efficiency, resolving issues to their satisfaction and upholding the venue's reputation. \n Financial Management: \n Monitor labour, consumables, and operating costs, ensuring delivery against financial targets.To thoroughly investigate and feedback to the General Manager on any variances found and put an operational plan in place to mitigate them. \n Analyse stock performance, waste, yield, and margin to drive GP% improvements.To suggest to the General Manager developments in the operation that may improve the profitability, where agreed, implement, and monitor these changes once approved. \n To ensure that all stock on-site within your area of responsibility is always kept safe in line with the profit protection policy. \n To ensure that all financial administration within your area of responsibility is completed on a timely basis. \n Compliance and Risk Management: \n Lead all compliance activity for Retail & Beverage, ensuring full adherence to health & safety, food safety, licensing, trade descriptions, and employment law.Conduct scheduled and ad hoc safety walks, documenting actions and driving resolution.Ensure compliance with relevant food safety, licensing, and regulatory requirements, maintaining accurate records and documentation as needed. \n Hold accountability for alcohol licensing compliance, including staff training, Challenge 25, refusal logs, and responsible service. \n Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in catering operations, incorporating innovations and improvements to enhance efficiency and quality. \n Proven expertise in stock control, financial governance and operational risk management. \n Advanced understanding of POS, stock system and digital stock management tools. \n Strong understanding of licensing law, food hygiene legislation and H&S compliance. \n Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by event schedules. \n Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits \n Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments)\n~ Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme \n~ additional leave after returning from maternity leave \n~ Day off for your baby?Enhanced family leave \n\n~ Perks & discounts: \n~ Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts \n Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality. \n We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. \n We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. xkybehq We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Deputy General Manager- Aston Villa, Birmingham, Full-Time up to £65k + 10% discretionary bonus plus excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more. We’re looking for... It is all about taking full accountability for a great food and beverage experience, to match the client’s ambition, brand specifications and standards. A high-profile opportunity for a dynamic senior and inspirational hospitality professional, experienced in food and beverage delivery. We seek a real ‘people person’ and ‘foodie’, with rounded leadership skills and a focus on delivering consistency of quality and innovation to keep evolving the offering. Responsible for developing and delivering an exceptional food and guest experience. Critical to the success and reputation of the food and beverage operation is the leadership, selection, development, and retention of a well-trained team, of both fixed and variable team members. The Deputy General Manager will work closely with our client to qualify requirements and align closely with the venues brand vision, values, culture, and processes to enable the development and delivery of the food and drink strategy, driving changes to continually evolve and improve guest experience. Making Levy UK&I across the venue renowned for food and hospitality excellence, as befits its standing in the UK market. This is not a role for someone who wants to preserve the status quo, but if you have a passion for food and service, underpinned by evidence of the delivery of fresh ideas and operational excellence then you and the venue will shine. You will work with the General manager regarding commercial accountability, working with the Location Accountant to deliver accurate and timely forecasts and budgets, taking control of all operating costs, and continually analysing key performance data to identify opportunities for growth. Working with support teams within the wider Levy UK&I family, you will focus on continuous development and improvement, enhancing the guest experience, and increasing the commercial benefit to all partners. We are Levy Levy is about elevating experiences. We are a leading global hospitality partner, designing and delivering unforgettable guest moments that prioritise people and the planet. Trusted by some of the world’s most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events - including Wimbledon, Twickenham, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and ExCeL London - we bring experiences to life with passion and precision. Our mission is to succeed the right way. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities. We are a passionate, diverse team of venue specialists dedicated to making the planet better for future generations. Deputy General Manager- The role The Deputy General Manager will be responsible for assisting the General Manager with overseeing all aspects of our catering services, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, service, and client satisfaction. The role will be instrumental in driving business growth, managing financial performance, and fostering a positive working environment for the catering food and beverage teams. Strategic Planning • Collaboration - Frequent liaison with our client and General Manager to agree strategy and direction of travel, developing and monitoring tactical plans to deliver., • Structured Approach - ensure that all activities have a clear purpose and measurable outcomes, with a disciplined and pacey approach to completion, including the review and application of lessons learnt., • External landscape - keep abreast of competitor activity and market trends which may impact your operation and make suggestions to evolve to ensure you keep ahead of the curve and at the forefront of the industry., • Projects - strong focus on collaboration with Client, Levy stakeholders and contractors to plan and deliver various capex and innovation projects. Operational Leadership • Ownership of the day-to-day delivery of consistent and exceptional product quality and service standards to achieve and ideally exceed department targets and grow our reputation for delivery legendary experiences., • Hospitality - Drive our guest focus culture through consistently demonstrating an in-depth knowledge and appreciation of hospitality standards and client needs, that is infectious throughout your team., • Consistency - Regular monitoring and development of each department to ensure that food quality, presentation, staffing reviews and consistent standards are maintained according to our Levy signature culture., • Liaison with Compass procurement, 3rd party suppliers and contractors to underpin effective product quality, service delivery and cost-effective margins., • Monitor and maintain the Health and Safety policy, process, and culture across the venue., • Brand - Operate and further develop consistently high brand standards within each area., • Communications - Directly liaise with client representatives and your Team Managers to ensure that communication and expectations are clear. Use structured, regular, and consistent meetings as a key tool., • Guest Focus - Champion the guest focused culture, continually sharing and acting on client and customer feedback., • Health & Safety - Lead the H&S culture and compliance across the venue. Client Relationship Management • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to understand their catering needs and preferences., • Collaborate with clients to plan and execute successful events, meetings, and functions., • Address client concerns promptly and work towards continuous improvement of services., • To support with client with their wider initiatives / WITY criteria (related to catering)- including community engagement. People • Structure - work with the General Manager and People Business Partner to agree and sign off appropriate organisational structures to flex resourcing between fixed and variable workers across all departments and with appropriate factoring to address extended and weekend operating hours., • Be the People Signatures owner for the Venue., • Appoint, lead, and manage the permanent team to ensure consistent and effective operational delivery., • Sourcing and deployment - ensure that effective and robust recruitment plans and processes exist to source and deploy large volumes of casual workers per differing event requirements., • Culture - Work closely with the management team to develop and sustain a high level of team energy and engagement, focused on great food and hospitality., • Review and Develop - Conduct regular performance reviews and talent management / succession planning activity, based on agreed and measurable GPI’s as part the Growth Performance Strategy (GPS)., • Oversee and drive the training plan and activity with your Heads of Departments, • Communications - ensure effective team communication flows (in all directions) throughout the venue., • Reward and recognise - Recognise and celebrate success. Ensure consistent and objective salary and bonus arrangements are in place., • HR compliance - work closely with the HR team and HOD’s to ensure complete and consistently effective adherence to all legal obligations. Financial Management • Financially accountable for all costs and profitability of the venue, actively working with the Location Accountant to deliver accurate and timely forecasts, budgets, and P&L’s, • Cost Management - Be in control of all operating costs, constantly looking for more efficient ways to operate. Implement cost-control measures without compromising on quality and service., • Data focus - Utilise data modelling created by E15 Insights, to monitor, challenge and drive systematic change, by driving efficiency and growth within your venue., • Key analytics - frequent review of Growth Performance Scores to identify opportunities for growth/ remedial actions, with tactical plans in place to address., • Commerciality - ensure competent levels of commercial understanding and awareness through Line Managers and their teams. Sales and Business Development • Drive business growth by identifying and pursuing new catering opportunities., • Work closely with the sales and marketing teams to promote catering services., • Develop and maintain relationships with key clients to secure repeat business. Menu Planning and Development • Product development - Liaising with culinary and marketing specialist colleagues to implement continuous product development and drive increased spend per transaction., • Stay current with industry trends, technology, and best practices to continuously innovate and elevate operational performance., • Ensure menu compliance with dietary restrictions, health, and safety standards. Quality Assurance • Establish and enforce quality control measures for food preparation and presentation., • Conduct regular inspections to maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and safety standards., • Implement continuous improvement initiatives based on feedback and industry trend HSE • Maintain a safe and compliant working environment by enforcing health and safety regulations and best practices., • To personally demonstrate that you take responsibility for your own health and safety and that of others., • To ensure that silver and gold HSE standards are delivered and maintained in your area of business., • To comply with all Compass and Levy Health and safety documents and legislation., • To attend and comply with any training for Health and Safety, Food Safety etc. What we’re looking for • A naturally confident leader, with senior management experience to inspire large operational teams to deliver results - min 5 years’ experience at F & B senior level., • Confidently able to manage a mixed portfolio of outlets and business functions., • Senior management presence to engage with Client, peers, and functional specialists., • Passionate about people - building and developing teams., • Positive and passionate focus on food - a natural flare for hospitality., • Experienced in leading the implementation of projects and change programs., • Comfortable working within brand guidelines to deliver results., • Excellent communication skills - able to influence all stakeholder levels., • Experience of working with a client group., • Previous P&L accountability and evidence of commercial nous., • Exudes confidence, energy, and charisma., • Can effectively switch between being the leader and a team player according to the situation at hand., • Structured approach but also demonstrates flexibility and agility., • Calm and resilient. Not deterred by an’ unforeseen challenge’, • Problem solving skills., • Willing to work evenings and weekends as required. What you’ll get in return • Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits, • 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme, • Healthcare & wellbeing: Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments), • Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, • Family benefits:, • 2 days’ additional leave after returning from maternity leave, • Day off for your baby’s first birthday, • Enhanced family leave, • Perks & discounts:, • Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts, • 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off PureGym memberships, • Financial wellbeing:, • Pension scheme, • Life Assurance, • Preferred rates on salary finance products, • Development opportunities:, • Professional subscriptions, • Ongoing training and structured career pathways, • Meals on duty included Why Join Us? Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world’s largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality. We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and excellence. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive. Together, we create unforgettable experiences - and shape the future of hospitality.

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: • Contributory pension scheme, • Car or Car Allowance, • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes, • Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits, • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more, • Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more, • Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster, • Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands, • Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes The role leads a small brigade of Regional Executive Chefs, providing hands-on culinary support to Heads of Operations (HOO’s) and Primary and Secondary schools. The Executive Chef is accountable for food quality, consistency, commercial performance, people development and supporting business growth through retention and new business activity. A key focus of the role is understanding and influencing the commercial levers that drive profitability and growth, including PPM, GP% and margin performance, while delivering a market-leading, compliant and engaging food offer. Key AccountabilitiesFood Offer & Standards • Own and deliver a consistent, managed food offer across the region, incorporating food safety, nutrition, sustainability, innovation, brand standards and commerciality, • Ensure all sites execute approved School Food Standards, SOURCE recipes, recipe cards and purchasing compliance, • Set and maintain exceptional food quality standards across all service points, including counters, cafés, mobile pods and food outlets, • Lead the Regional Executive Chef team to deliver consistent execution, prioritising daily business needs and continuous kitchen support Culinary Leadership & Support, • Lead, manage and develop the regional culinary team to ensure the highest standards of food delivery, • Operate in a highly visible, hands-on and mobile role, visiting schools regularly to engage and support kitchen teams, • Partner with HOO’s to ensure culinary requirements are met and a consistent food offer is delivered across all schools, • Drive delivery of monthly PPM, GP% and margin targets, • Lead regular regional culinary calls and ensure all communications and actions are completed, • Attend and contribute to culinary forums, menu development sessions and regional leadership meetings Training, Development & Partnership, • Ensure clear culinary pathways and skills development plans are in place across the region, • Personally support training delivery where required, maintaining a hands-on approach, • Build strong collaborative relationships with HOO’s, operators and growth teams, • Represent the business at key Chartwells events, client engagements and regional forums Growth & Mobilisation, • Provide culinary leadership to support retention and new business growth, • Lead food presentations and support tender submissions, • Deliver South/Regional Map 1 sales and retention presentations, • Lead and support mobilisations, ensuring readiness and strong Day 1 “Go Live” delivery Person SpecificationExperience & Capability, • Proven track record of hands-on culinary leadership within a large-scale, multi-site commercial foodservice environment, • Experience delivering sustainable, global and education-appropriate food offers across multiple service channels, • Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and develop teams, including matrix or indirect reports, • Strong commercial acumen with a clear understanding of PPM, GP%, margin and cost control drivers, • Confident communicator with strong presentation and influencing skills across all stakeholder levels, • Able to inspire and engage diverse audiences, from frontline teams to senior leaders and clients, • Comfortable operating at pace, managing competing priorities across multiple sites Leadership & Behaviour, • Strategic thinker with the ability to translate innovation and insight into operational excellence, • Strong advocate for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, • Actively invests in personal development and stays ahead of industry and market trends, • Highly organised, with excellent prioritisation, delegation and change management skills, • Data-led decision maker with the ability to drive measurable business impact, • Passionate advocate for high food standards, menu consistency and team development, • Excellent listener and communicator, ensuring frontline teams fully understand expectations and standards Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children. Job Reference: com/1301/435800/52311879/SU #State Schools Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Head Of Retail And Beverage - Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham | Full-Time / Permanent \n Up to £45000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more. \n As the Head of Retail and Beverage at Edgbaston Cricket Stadium, you will be pivotal in orchestrating the seamless delivery of top-tier catering services to patrons, in collaboration with Levy UK & I. Your role encompasses meticulous planning, execution, and supervision of all public GA catering operations, guaranteeing alignment with organisational benchmarks and exceeding client anticipations. Your core responsibilities revolve around optimising operational processes, adeptly leading staff, fostering unparalleled customer experiences, safeguarding financial soundness of a £3.2m revenue, and upholding regulatory compliance standards. \n We are a leading global hospitality partner, designing and delivering unforgettable guest moments that prioritise people and the planet. \n Trusted by some of the world's most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events, from Wimbledon and Twickenham to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and ExCeL London we bring experiences to life with passion and precision. \n From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities. \n Head Of Retail And Beverage - The Role \n Line manage the retail and cellar team, setting performance expectations and driving accountability. \n Provide first class non-match day and match day retail, bar, third party concessions operations \n To champion HSE within the unit and lead by example, ensuring compliance with all regulations and statutory and legal requirements, including in respect of health and safety matters \n Setting quality and operational standards \n Establish excellent relationships with clients, contractors and other departments \n Management and development of relevant personnel, providing inspiration and leadership to deliver exceptional service \n Review performance and optimise sales and profitability to ensure delivery of departmental financial targets, as driven by a ‘smart’ approach to maximising the customer experience in terms of queue times, use and application of technology and the provision of enticing marketing offers \n Liaison with 3rd party suppliers and contractors to underpin effective service delivery and product quality \n To be aware and adhere with statutory, legal and Company policy requirements for; Health and Safety, Food Hygiene, Licensing Laws, Employment Law, Fire Regulations, Sales of good/Trade Description, Personnel/HR procedures. \n Ensure all operational areas are risk‑assessed, compliant, and operating to Compass/Levy policy. \n Own the operational planning cycle, including capacity modelling, queue‑flow planning, technology optimisation, and delivery coordination with Logistics, Cellar, and Culinary teams. \n Staff Management and Learning and Development: \n Serve as the site lead for stock integrity across all Retail & Beverage operations. \n To ensure that all staff are trained promptly in all areas of food hygiene and health and safety, ensuring that training record cards are duly signed. \n To identify employees with potential for development and promotions within the operation, ensuring the correct development and training opportunities are given. \n Foster a culture of high performance, teamwork and inclusion – in line with the Levy and Edgbaston Values. \n Address underperformance promptly using a structured and fair performance framework \n \n Quality Control and Customer Service: \n Monitor food and beverage quality throughout the catering process, addressing any issues promptly to maintain high standards of taste, presentation, and hygiene. \n Monitor food safety throughout the service operation and set up, ensuring all HACCP processes within your control are adhered to with any risk mitigated where necessary. \n Handle customer complaints and inquiries with professionalism and efficiency, resolving issues to their satisfaction and upholding the venue's reputation. \n Financial Management: \n Monitor labour, consumables, and operating costs, ensuring delivery against financial targets.To thoroughly investigate and feedback to the General Manager on any variances found and put an operational plan in place to mitigate them. \n Analyse stock performance, waste, yield, and margin to drive GP% improvements.To suggest to the General Manager developments in the operation that may improve the profitability, where agreed, implement, and monitor these changes once approved. \n To ensure that all stock on-site within your area of responsibility is always kept safe in line with the profit protection policy. \n To ensure that all financial administration within your area of responsibility is completed on a timely basis. \n Compliance and Risk Management: \n Lead all compliance activity for Retail & Beverage, ensuring full adherence to health & safety, food safety, licensing, trade descriptions, and employment law.Conduct scheduled and ad hoc safety walks, documenting actions and driving resolution.Ensure compliance with relevant food safety, licensing, and regulatory requirements, maintaining accurate records and documentation as needed. \n Hold accountability for alcohol licensing compliance, including staff training, Challenge 25, refusal logs, and responsible service. \n Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in catering operations, incorporating innovations and improvements to enhance efficiency and quality. \n Proven expertise in stock control, financial governance and operational risk management. \n Advanced understanding of POS, stock system and digital stock management tools. \n Strong understanding of licensing law, food hygiene legislation and H&S compliance. \n Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by event schedules. \n Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits \n Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments)\n~ Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme \n~ additional leave after returning from maternity leave \n~ Day off for your baby?Enhanced family leave \n\n~ Perks & discounts: \n~ Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts \n Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality. \n We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. \n We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. xkybehq We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Head Of Retail And Beverage - Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham | Full-Time / Permanent \n Up to £45000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more. \n As the Head of Retail and Beverage at Edgbaston Cricket Stadium, you will be pivotal in orchestrating the seamless delivery of top-tier catering services to patrons, in collaboration with Levy UK & I. Your role encompasses meticulous planning, execution, and supervision of all public GA catering operations, guaranteeing alignment with organisational benchmarks and exceeding client anticipations. Your core responsibilities revolve around optimising operational processes, adeptly leading staff, fostering unparalleled customer experiences, safeguarding financial soundness of a £3.2m revenue, and upholding regulatory compliance standards. \n We are a leading global hospitality partner, designing and delivering unforgettable guest moments that prioritise people and the planet. \n Trusted by some of the world's most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events, from Wimbledon and Twickenham to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and ExCeL London we bring experiences to life with passion and precision. \n From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities. \n Head Of Retail And Beverage - The Role \n Line manage the retail and cellar team, setting performance expectations and driving accountability. \n Provide first class non-match day and match day retail, bar, third party concessions operations \n To champion HSE within the unit and lead by example, ensuring compliance with all regulations and statutory and legal requirements, including in respect of health and safety matters \n Setting quality and operational standards \n Establish excellent relationships with clients, contractors and other departments \n Management and development of relevant personnel, providing inspiration and leadership to deliver exceptional service \n Review performance and optimise sales and profitability to ensure delivery of departmental financial targets, as driven by a ‘smart’ approach to maximising the customer experience in terms of queue times, use and application of technology and the provision of enticing marketing offers \n Liaison with 3rd party suppliers and contractors to underpin effective service delivery and product quality \n To be aware and adhere with statutory, legal and Company policy requirements for; Health and Safety, Food Hygiene, Licensing Laws, Employment Law, Fire Regulations, Sales of good/Trade Description, Personnel/HR procedures. \n Ensure all operational areas are risk‑assessed, compliant, and operating to Compass/Levy policy. \n Own the operational planning cycle, including capacity modelling, queue‑flow planning, technology optimisation, and delivery coordination with Logistics, Cellar, and Culinary teams. \n Staff Management and Learning and Development: \n Serve as the site lead for stock integrity across all Retail & Beverage operations. \n To ensure that all staff are trained promptly in all areas of food hygiene and health and safety, ensuring that training record cards are duly signed. \n To identify employees with potential for development and promotions within the operation, ensuring the correct development and training opportunities are given. \n Foster a culture of high performance, teamwork and inclusion – in line with the Levy and Edgbaston Values. \n Address underperformance promptly using a structured and fair performance framework \n \n Quality Control and Customer Service: \n Monitor food and beverage quality throughout the catering process, addressing any issues promptly to maintain high standards of taste, presentation, and hygiene. \n Monitor food safety throughout the service operation and set up, ensuring all HACCP processes within your control are adhered to with any risk mitigated where necessary. \n Handle customer complaints and inquiries with professionalism and efficiency, resolving issues to their satisfaction and upholding the venue's reputation. \n Financial Management: \n Monitor labour, consumables, and operating costs, ensuring delivery against financial targets.To thoroughly investigate and feedback to the General Manager on any variances found and put an operational plan in place to mitigate them. \n Analyse stock performance, waste, yield, and margin to drive GP% improvements.To suggest to the General Manager developments in the operation that may improve the profitability, where agreed, implement, and monitor these changes once approved. \n To ensure that all stock on-site within your area of responsibility is always kept safe in line with the profit protection policy. \n To ensure that all financial administration within your area of responsibility is completed on a timely basis. \n Compliance and Risk Management: \n Lead all compliance activity for Retail & Beverage, ensuring full adherence to health & safety, food safety, licensing, trade descriptions, and employment law.Conduct scheduled and ad hoc safety walks, documenting actions and driving resolution.Ensure compliance with relevant food safety, licensing, and regulatory requirements, maintaining accurate records and documentation as needed. \n Hold accountability for alcohol licensing compliance, including staff training, Challenge 25, refusal logs, and responsible service. \n Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in catering operations, incorporating innovations and improvements to enhance efficiency and quality. \n Proven expertise in stock control, financial governance and operational risk management. \n Advanced understanding of POS, stock system and digital stock management tools. \n Strong understanding of licensing law, food hygiene legislation and H&S compliance. \n Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by event schedules. \n Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits \n Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments)\n~ Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme \n~ additional leave after returning from maternity leave \n~ Day off for your baby?Enhanced family leave \n\n~ Perks & discounts: \n~ Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts \n Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality. \n We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. \n We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. xkybehq We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Head Of Retail And Beverage - Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham | Full-Time / Permanent \n Up to £45000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more. \n As the Head of Retail and Beverage at Edgbaston Cricket Stadium, you will be pivotal in orchestrating the seamless delivery of top-tier catering services to patrons, in collaboration with Levy UK & I. Your role encompasses meticulous planning, execution, and supervision of all public GA catering operations, guaranteeing alignment with organisational benchmarks and exceeding client anticipations. Your core responsibilities revolve around optimising operational processes, adeptly leading staff, fostering unparalleled customer experiences, safeguarding financial soundness of a £3.2m revenue, and upholding regulatory compliance standards. \n We are a leading global hospitality partner, designing and delivering unforgettable guest moments that prioritise people and the planet. \n Trusted by some of the world's most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events, from Wimbledon and Twickenham to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and ExCeL London we bring experiences to life with passion and precision. \n From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities. \n Head Of Retail And Beverage - The Role \n Line manage the retail and cellar team, setting performance expectations and driving accountability. \n Provide first class non-match day and match day retail, bar, third party concessions operations \n To champion HSE within the unit and lead by example, ensuring compliance with all regulations and statutory and legal requirements, including in respect of health and safety matters \n Setting quality and operational standards \n Establish excellent relationships with clients, contractors and other departments \n Management and development of relevant personnel, providing inspiration and leadership to deliver exceptional service \n Review performance and optimise sales and profitability to ensure delivery of departmental financial targets, as driven by a ‘smart’ approach to maximising the customer experience in terms of queue times, use and application of technology and the provision of enticing marketing offers \n Liaison with 3rd party suppliers and contractors to underpin effective service delivery and product quality \n To be aware and adhere with statutory, legal and Company policy requirements for; Health and Safety, Food Hygiene, Licensing Laws, Employment Law, Fire Regulations, Sales of good/Trade Description, Personnel/HR procedures. \n Ensure all operational areas are risk‑assessed, compliant, and operating to Compass/Levy policy. \n Own the operational planning cycle, including capacity modelling, queue‑flow planning, technology optimisation, and delivery coordination with Logistics, Cellar, and Culinary teams. \n Staff Management and Learning and Development: \n Serve as the site lead for stock integrity across all Retail & Beverage operations. \n To ensure that all staff are trained promptly in all areas of food hygiene and health and safety, ensuring that training record cards are duly signed. \n To identify employees with potential for development and promotions within the operation, ensuring the correct development and training opportunities are given. \n Foster a culture of high performance, teamwork and inclusion – in line with the Levy and Edgbaston Values. \n Address underperformance promptly using a structured and fair performance framework \n \n Quality Control and Customer Service: \n Monitor food and beverage quality throughout the catering process, addressing any issues promptly to maintain high standards of taste, presentation, and hygiene. \n Monitor food safety throughout the service operation and set up, ensuring all HACCP processes within your control are adhered to with any risk mitigated where necessary. \n Handle customer complaints and inquiries with professionalism and efficiency, resolving issues to their satisfaction and upholding the venue's reputation. \n Financial Management: \n Monitor labour, consumables, and operating costs, ensuring delivery against financial targets.To thoroughly investigate and feedback to the General Manager on any variances found and put an operational plan in place to mitigate them. \n Analyse stock performance, waste, yield, and margin to drive GP% improvements.To suggest to the General Manager developments in the operation that may improve the profitability, where agreed, implement, and monitor these changes once approved. \n To ensure that all stock on-site within your area of responsibility is always kept safe in line with the profit protection policy. \n To ensure that all financial administration within your area of responsibility is completed on a timely basis. \n Compliance and Risk Management: \n Lead all compliance activity for Retail & Beverage, ensuring full adherence to health & safety, food safety, licensing, trade descriptions, and employment law.Conduct scheduled and ad hoc safety walks, documenting actions and driving resolution.Ensure compliance with relevant food safety, licensing, and regulatory requirements, maintaining accurate records and documentation as needed. \n Hold accountability for alcohol licensing compliance, including staff training, Challenge 25, refusal logs, and responsible service. \n Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in catering operations, incorporating innovations and improvements to enhance efficiency and quality. \n Proven expertise in stock control, financial governance and operational risk management. \n Advanced understanding of POS, stock system and digital stock management tools. \n Strong understanding of licensing law, food hygiene legislation and H&S compliance. \n Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by event schedules. \n Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits \n Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments)\n~ Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme \n~ additional leave after returning from maternity leave \n~ Day off for your baby?Enhanced family leave \n\n~ Perks & discounts: \n~ Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts \n Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality. \n We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. \n We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. xkybehq We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Head Of Retail And Beverage - Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham | Full-Time / Permanent Increase your chances of an interview by reading the following overview of this role before making an application. Up to £45000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more. We're looking for... As the Head of Retail and Beverage at Edgbaston Cricket Stadium, you will be pivotal in orchestrating the seamless delivery of top-tier catering services to patrons, in collaboration with Levy UK & I. Your role encompasses meticulous planning, execution, and supervision of all public GA catering operations, guaranteeing alignment with organisational benchmarks and exceeding client anticipations. Your core responsibilities revolve around optimising operational processes, adeptly leading staff, fostering unparalleled customer experiences, safeguarding financial soundness of a £3.2m revenue, and upholding regulatory compliance standards. We are Levy Levy is about elevating experiences. We are a leading global hospitality partner, designing and delivering unforgettable guest moments that prioritise people and the planet. Trusted by some of the world's most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events, from Wimbledon and Twickenham to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and ExCeL London we bring experiences to life with passion and precision. Our mission is to succeed the right way. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities. We are a passionate, diverse team of venue specialists dedicated to making the planet better for future generations. Head Of Retail And Beverage - The Role Operational Excellence: • Line manage the retail and cellar team, setting performance expectations and driving accountability., • Provide first class non-match day and match day retail, bar, third party concessions operations, • To champion HSE within the unit and lead by example, ensuring compliance with all regulations and statutory and legal requirements, including in respect of health and safety matters, • Setting quality and operational standards, • Establish excellent relationships with clients, contractors and other departments, • Management and development of relevant personnel, providing inspiration and leadership to deliver exceptional service, • Review performance and optimise sales and profitability to ensure delivery of departmental financial targets, as driven by a ‘smart’ approach to maximising the customer experience in terms of queue times, use and application of technology and the provision of enticing marketing offers, • Demonstrate full alignment with the Levy and client vision and values by consistently doing the right things and celebrating successes, • Optimise staffing levels at events to ensure that we meet the highest levels of customer service and maximise profitability, • Liaison with 3rd party suppliers and contractors to underpin effective service delivery and product quality, • Continually aware of the customer journey, pressure points and opportunities to observe, capture and act on client and customer feedback continually, • Review wastage with the culinary team and cellar team, look at opportunities to control, educate and reduce to support overall GP% targets, • To be aware and adhere with statutory, legal and Company policy requirements for; Health and Safety, Food Hygiene, Licensing Laws, Employment Law, Fire Regulations, Sales of good/Trade Description, Personnel/HR procedures., • Ensure all operational areas are risk‑assessed, compliant, and operating to Compass/Levy policy., • Own the operational planning cycle, including capacity modelling, queue‑flow planning, technology optimisation, and delivery coordination with Logistics, Cellar, and Culinary teams., • Collaborate cross‑departmentally to deliver innovation, efficiencies, and continuous improvement. Staff Management and Learning and Development: • Serve as the site lead for stock integrity across all Retail & Beverage operations., • Implement stock protection strategies aligned to Compass profit protection standards., • Working with the Cellar Manager and the Logistics Manager to oversee the smooth running of the department, • To ensure that all new team members are inducted, trained, and developed to ensure that the highest levels of efficiency within the operation and customer service are always employed., • To engender good staff, customer, and client relations always, • To ensure that all staff are trained promptly in all areas of food hygiene and health and safety, ensuring that training record cards are duly signed., • To identify employees with potential for development and promotions within the operation, ensuring the correct development and training opportunities are given., • To be engaged in and an active supporter in your team's learning and development plans, • To regularly provide feedback suitable to each team member's learning style to your direct reports to ensure their continued growth within the company., • Foster a culture of high performance, teamwork and inclusion – in line with the Levy and Edgbaston Values., • Address underperformance promptly using a structured and fair performance framework Quality Control and Customer Service: • Monitor food and beverage quality throughout the catering process, addressing any issues promptly to maintain high standards of taste, presentation, and hygiene., • Monitor food safety throughout the service operation and set up, ensuring all HACCP processes within your control are adhered to with any risk mitigated where necessary., • Interact with customers to understand their needs and preferences, ensuring a personalised and memorable dining experience., • Monitor labour, consumables, and operating costs, ensuring delivery against financial targets.To thoroughly investigate and feedback to the General Manager on any variances found and put an operational plan in place to mitigate them., • Analyse stock performance, waste, yield, and margin to drive GP% improvements.To suggest to the General Manager developments in the operation that may improve the profitability, where agreed, implement, and monitor these changes once approved., • To ensure that all purchasing is done through approved Compass suppliers., • To ensure that all stock on-site within your area of responsibility is always kept safe in line with the profit protection policy., • To ensure that all financial administration within your area of responsibility is completed on a timely basis., • Lead all compliance activity for Retail & Beverage, ensuring full adherence to health & safety, food safety, licensing, trade descriptions, and employment law.An understanding of the site's alcohol license, • Conduct scheduled and ad hoc safety walks, documenting actions and driving resolution.Ensure compliance with relevant food safety, licensing, and regulatory requirements, maintaining accurate records and documentation as needed., • Hold accountability for alcohol licensing compliance, including staff training, Challenge 25, refusal logs, and responsible service., • Ensure business continuity plans and contingency procedures are tested and understood by your team., • Proven experience in a high volume catering environment, in a high-volume venue or event environment., • Demonstrable leadership of large teams, including managers and supervisors., • Proven expertise in stock control, financial governance and operational risk management., • Advanced understanding of POS, stock system and digital stock management tools., • Strong understanding of licensing law, food hygiene legislation and H&S compliance., • Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits, • 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme, • Healthcare & wellbeing: Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments), • Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, • Family benefits:, • 2 days? additional leave after returning from maternity leave, • Day off for your baby?s first birthday, • Enhanced family leave, • Perks & discounts:, • Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts, • 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off PureGym memberships, • Financial wellbeing:, • Pension scheme, • Life Assurance, • Preferred rates on salary finance products, • Development opportunities:, • Professional subscriptions, • Ongoing training and structured career pathways Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality. We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and excellence. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive. Together, we create unforgettable experiences and shape the future of hospitality. As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Job Reference: com/2212/68679001/52782298/SU #Levy UK Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. xkybehq We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Sous Chef - Birmingham You love real cooking. We love real cooking. Customers love real cooking. It's a no-brainer so you wonder why so many other places don't do it. We do it, and you'll be doing it with us - fresh, customer led, and with high-quality ingredients. As Sous Chef, you'll be the Head Chefs' go-to for support, leading and engaging the kitchen team to deliver 14 great shifts week in, week out. You'll be leading shifts, making sure the kitchen runs effectively and safely. You're as relentless as us about the detail, so you'll be all over things like stocks, Health & Safety and Hygiene, manning the pass to ensure our food goes out on-spec and on-time, and always upholding 5* kitchen standards. You'll be on it. Like a chef's bonnet The Good Stuff • Overtime pay for every hour worked over contracted hours!, • Staff food on every shift, • 50% off food and drinks (including alcohol) from day one at all three of our brands - Lounge, Cosy Club and Brightside, • Paid breaks, • 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) pro rata, • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after 2 years service, • The most talked-about staff party in hospitality - Loungefest!, • Competitions and incentives (like jetting off on an all expenses paid trip with one of our suppliers), • Company pension scheme, • Long service awards, • Power over your pay with Wagestream, • Emotional and practical support via the Licenced Trade Charity, • Great opportunity for personal development and career progression in a fast growing business, • Achievable bonuses, • Tips shared equally across the team, based on hours worked, • You are probably an existing Sous Chef, or perhaps a Junior Sous Chef/Assistant Kitchen Manager that is looking to take the next step in their career., • You will have experience of working with fresh ingredients and be able to demonstrate good chef/kitchen skills (food prep hot and cold, cleaning, knife skills, good hygiene practices), • Your work ethic is rolling your sleeves up and getting stuck in and leading from the front; playing an active role in delivering excellent kitchen and food standards as part of a high performing team., • Extremely driven and relentless at deconstructing the can't mentality., • Familiar with KPIs and making decisions in the absence of the Head Chef considering labour; stock; food safety requirements plus others., • Epic communication skills with the ability to manage stakeholders and build rapport and trust (that would be with our Ops Chefs and Ops Managers)., • Strong knowledge of best practice around rota scheduling, sales and labour forecasts, reporting, recruitment, HR etc.

Sous Chef - Shirley You love real cooking. We love real cooking. Customers love real cooking. It's a no-brainer so you wonder why so many other places don't do it. We do it, and you'll be doing it with us - fresh, customer led, and with high-quality ingredients. As Sous Chef, you'll be the Head Chefs' go-to for support, leading and engaging the kitchen team to deliver 14 great shifts week in, week out. You'll be leading shifts, making sure the kitchen runs effectively and safely. You're as relentless as us about the detail, so you'll be all over things like stocks, Health & Safety and Hygiene, manning the pass to ensure our food goes out on-spec and on-time, and always upholding 5* kitchen standards. You'll be on it. Like a chef's bonnet The Good Stuff • Overtime pay for every hour worked over contracted hours!, • Staff food on every shift, • 50% off food and drinks (including alcohol) from day one at all three of our brands - Lounge, Cosy Club and Brightside, • Paid breaks, • 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) pro rata, • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after 2 years service, • The most talked-about staff party in hospitality - Loungefest!, • Competitions and incentives (like jetting off on an all expenses paid trip with one of our suppliers), • Company pension scheme, • Long service awards, • Power over your pay with Wagestream, • Emotional and practical support via the Licenced Trade Charity, • Great opportunity for personal development and career progression in a fast growing business, • Achievable bonuses, • Tips shared equally across the team, based on hours worked, • You are probably an existing Sous Chef, or perhaps a Junior Sous Chef/Assistant Kitchen Manager that is looking to take the next step in their career., • You will have experience of working with fresh ingredients and be able to demonstrate good chef/kitchen skills (food prep hot and cold, cleaning, knife skills, good hygiene practices), • Your work ethic is rolling your sleeves up and getting stuck in and leading from the front; playing an active role in delivering excellent kitchen and food standards as part of a high performing team., • Extremely driven and relentless at deconstructing the can't mentality., • Familiar with KPIs and making decisions in the absence of the Head Chef considering labour; stock; food safety requirements plus others., • Epic communication skills with the ability to manage stakeholders and build rapport and trust (that would be with our Ops Chefs and Ops Managers)., • Strong knowledge of best practice around rota scheduling, sales and labour forecasts, reporting, recruitment, HR etc.

National Account Manager – Drive Commercial Growth in Food Manufacturing Location: Birmingham – Hybrid Salary: £42,000–£50,000 / Negotiable The Opportunity: Are you passionate about building customer relationships and driving commercial success? We are seeking a National Account Manager to support a growing portfolio in Retailer and Discounter channels. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative, fast-paced commercial team, contribute to key account growth, and play a pivotal role in product launches and strategic planning. Key Responsibilities: • Own a portfolio of accounts, build strong relationships, meet commercial targets, and identify growth opportunities, • Support strategic planning and execution for key accounts alongside the Commercial Manager, • Lead and coordinate product launches across channels, ensuring cross-functional collaboration, • Assist with commercial planning, monitoring performance, and providing analysis to support decisions, • Act as a key liaison between sales, supply chain, and finance teams, • Manage account administration, project trackers, and customer-facing documents, • Prepare engaging presentations and business reviews tailored to customer strategy, • Track project timelines and proactively follow up to ensure alignment across teams Candidate Profile: • 1–2 years’ experience in a commercial, sales support, or national account role (Food Manufacturing, FMCG, retail, or discounter experience preferred), • Strong customer relationship and account management skills, • Commercially aware with understanding of pricing, promotions, and P&L impact, • Excellent project coordination and organizational skills, • Analytical thinker, confident working with data to support decisions, • Clear, confident communication skills for both internal and external stakeholders, • Team player with proactive, collaborative approach, • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and the opportunity to be part of a fast-growing commercial team.

Conference and Events Consultant - Lime Venue Portfolio £28,957 per annum plus benefits About the role: As a Conference & Events Consultant at Lime Venue Portfolio, you will play a pivotal role in converting enquiries into successful bookings, ensuring every guest’s event experience is seamless from initial contact to post-event follow-up. You’ll be the first point of contact for corporate clients, training organisers, and event planners — offering expert advice, building trusted relationships, and tailoring our spaces and services to suit a wide range of business and leisure events. You will be working with some iconic Football and Rugby Venues, for non-Matchday Events and Conferences. Duties: • Drive Revenue Growth: Play a key role in maximising revenue across our Venues Collection by expertly managing Conference & Event enquiries with efficiency and flair., • Deliver Exceptional Service: Exceed client expectations by consistently achieving key performance indicators and delivering a gold-standard customer experience across phone, email, and online platforms., • Be a Trusted Expert: Build strong relationships with clients, venues, and internal teams through knowledgeable, confident, and proactive enquiry handling., • Champion Insights & Strategy: Engage with business performance tools like forecasts, budgets, and pace reports to deepen your commercial awareness and contribute to the broader strategic goals of the business., • Ensure Accuracy & Insights: Maintain meticulous records in Delphi and LVP SmartSheet systems, proactively highlighting any gaps or improvements in online listings and competitor analysis to help shape our competitive edge., • Minimum of 1 year’s experience in a Conference & Events environment, with at least 3 years in the hospitality industry at venue level., • GCSEs (including Maths and English) essential; A-Levels or a degree desirable., • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with confidence in decision-making and customer interaction., • Highly organised with excellent administrative skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)., • Experience with booking systems such as Gratis or Delphi, and good general venue knowledge., • A confident, team-oriented professional who thrives under pressure and remains calm, assertive, and solutions-focused., • Passionate about sales and operations, with the ability to multitask, manage customer feedback, and handle complaints effectively., • Healthcare & Wellbeing – Medicash health benefits (including dental, mental health & optical for you and up to 4 children), free annual health check with Aviva Digicare, discounts at Nuffield Health & Pure Gym, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme., • Exclusive Perks & Discounts – Save on entertainment (up to 55% off cinema tickets), shopping (up to 15% off), Vodafone plans, and travel with top providers such as TUI & Expedia., • Workplace Benefits – Meals on duty, pension scheme, life assurance, and professional subscriptions paid., • Leave & Family Support – 23 days + bank holidays, your birthday off, extra leave after maternity return, a day off for your baby’s 1st birthday, and a holiday purchase scheme. Levy, part of Compass Group, known for delivering exceptional food, drink, and hospitality experiences at world-renowned venues such as Wimbledon, Twickenham, and Tottenham Hotspur. Focused on sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, Levy prides itself on using sustainably sourced ingredients and providing outstanding service. The company is committed to achieving Net Zero by 2027, partnering with the British Paralympic Association, and ensuring all team members earn at least the Real Living Wage or London Living Wage. Why Join Us? At Levy UK & Ireland, we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion, valuing every individual’s unique strengths. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and success. We promote fairness, ensure all voices are heard, and provide equal opportunities for all. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, equitable workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute. Together, we achieve greatness.

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: • Contributory pension scheme, • Car or Car Allowance, • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes, • Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits, • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more, • Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more, • Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster, • Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands, • Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes The role leads a small brigade of Regional Executive Chefs, providing hands-on culinary support to Heads of Operations (HOO’s) and Primary and Secondary schools. The Executive Chef is accountable for food quality, consistency, commercial performance, people development and supporting business growth through retention and new business activity. A key focus of the role is understanding and influencing the commercial levers that drive profitability and growth, including PPM, GP% and margin performance, while delivering a market-leading, compliant and engaging food offer. Key AccountabilitiesFood Offer & Standards * Own and deliver a consistent, managed food offer across the region, incorporating food safety, nutrition, sustainability, innovation, brand standards and commerciality * Ensure all sites execute approved School Food Standards, SOURCE recipes, recipe cards and purchasing compliance * Set and maintain exceptional food quality standards across all service points, including counters, cafés, mobile pods and food outlets * Lead the Regional Executive Chef team to deliver consistent execution, prioritising daily business needs and continuous kitchen support Culinary Leadership & Support * Lead, manage and develop the regional culinary team to ensure the highest standards of food delivery * Operate in a highly visible, hands-on and mobile role, visiting schools regularly to engage and support kitchen teams * Partner with HOO’s to ensure culinary requirements are met and a consistent food offer is delivered across all schools * Drive delivery of monthly PPM, GP% and margin targets * Lead regular regional culinary calls and ensure all communications and actions are completed * Attend and contribute to culinary forums, menu development sessions and regional leadership meetings Training, Development & Partnership * Ensure clear culinary pathways and skills development plans are in place across the region * Personally support training delivery where required, maintaining a hands-on approach * Build strong collaborative relationships with HOO’s, operators and growth teams * Represent the business at key Chartwells events, client engagements and regional forums Growth & Mobilisation * Provide culinary leadership to support retention and new business growth * Lead food presentations and support tender submissions * Deliver South/Regional Map 1 sales and retention presentations * Lead and support mobilisations, ensuring readiness and strong Day 1 “Go Live” delivery Person SpecificationExperience & Capability * Proven track record of hands-on culinary leadership within a large-scale, multi-site commercial foodservice environment * Experience delivering sustainable, global and education-appropriate food offers across multiple service channels * Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and develop teams, including matrix or indirect reports * Strong commercial acumen with a clear understanding of PPM, GP%, margin and cost control drivers * Confident communicator with strong presentation and influencing skills across all stakeholder levels * Able to inspire and engage diverse audiences, from frontline teams to senior leaders and clients * Comfortable operating at pace, managing competing priorities across multiple sites Leadership & Behaviour * Strategic thinker with the ability to translate innovation and insight into operational excellence * Strong advocate for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion * Actively invests in personal development and stays ahead of industry and market trends * Highly organised, with excellent prioritisation, delegation and change management skills * Data-led decision maker with the ability to drive measurable business impact * Passionate advocate for high food standards, menu consistency and team development * Excellent listener and communicator, ensuring frontline teams fully understand expectations and standards * Mobile and flexible, with a proactive approach to regional travel About Us Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children. Job Reference: com/1301/435800/52311879/SU #State Schools Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Job Title: Commercial Executive Role Purpose: The Commercial Executive will support the commercial lead in managing customer accounts, driving profitability, and ensuring smooth execution of commercial strategies. This is a perfect role for someone to step into working with major food accounts! Key Responsibilities: Customer Account Management: • Assist in managing key retail and food service accounts., • Support in preparing and delivering customer presentations and proposals. Pricing & Cost Analysis: • Monitor product costs, margins, and pricing strategies., • Assist in developing cost models and profitability reports. Forecasting & Planning: • Support demand forecasting and sales planning activities., • Collaborate with supply chain and production teams to ensure accurate planning. Commercial Reporting: • Prepare weekly and monthly commercial performance reports., • Track KPIs such as sales, margins, and promotional effectiveness. Market & Competitor Analysis: • Research market trends and competitor activity to inform commercial decisions., • Provide insights to support new product development and innovation. Executive Support: • Provide comprehensive administrative and organisational support to the Commercial Director, including diary management, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements., • Manage correspondence, prepare meeting agendas, and take minutes where required. Skills & Qualifications: • Strong numerical and analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment., • Previous experience in a commercial or sales support role within FMCG or food manufacturing is desirable. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

Field Sales Specialist – Foodservice.Ready to take ownership of a territory where your impact is felt immediately?.We’re partnering with one of the UK’s leading world-food and foodservice specialists - a business known for bold flavours, fast growth, and a fiercely loyal customer base across r

Title: Commercial Account Manager Location: UK, Remote Salary: c£45-50k + Bonus About the Company The business is an international trading and distribution company specialising in food and feed ingredients, working across both organic and conventional markets. It partners with a global supplier network and serves customers across the whole of Europe with a strong focus on quality, sustainability, and regulatory compliance. The company operates in a fast-paced, commercially driven environment and continues to expand its market presence through long-term customer partnerships. About the Role The Commercial Account Manager is responsible for developing and executing the commercial strategy in line with business objectives, while managing and growing a portfolio of customer accounts. The role has a strong focus on new business development, revenue growth, and long-term relationship building within the food and feed ingredients sector across the UK and Republic of Ireland. This is a remote-based position with regular travel to clients and industry events. Key Responsibilities • Drive revenue growth and deliver against sales and P&L targets., • Develop new customer accounts and identify new commercial opportunities., • Manage existing client relationships, including regular communication, meetings, and follow-ups., • Prepare commercial offers, quotations, and pricing structures, including Incoterms., • Negotiate and manage sales contracts, including commercial terms and execution., • Prepare sales forecasts, performance updates, and pipeline reporting., • Work closely with operations and procurement teams to achieve sales, margin, and delivery objectives., • Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer demand to inform commercial strategy., • Represent the business at trade exhibitions and industry events, including preparation and client engagement., • Ensure compliance with relevant organic standards and food safety requirements within commercial activities. Key Skills • Proven experience in a commercial, sales, or account management role within a B2B environment, • Strong understanding of commercial and sales processes, ideally within food ingredients, feed, agriculture, or commodities., • Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills., • Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment., • Commercially minded with strong problem-solving skills., • Experience with international trade or ingredient supply chains is highly desirable., • Proficiency in MS Office., • Fluent in English; additional languages are advantageous Lime Talent is a recruitment agency specialising in the consumer goods industry. To view a broader selection of our current vacancies go to By making an application to Lime Talent you confirm that you have read and agree to our privacy policy which can be found at The Lime Talent team always review and process job applications swiftly. However, due to the high volume of CVs that we receive online, we regrettably are not always able to respond to every applicant individually. If you’ve not heard from us within 5 working days, unfortunately on this occasion your application has not been successful.

A market-leading manufacturer is seeking a proactive Technical Sales Engineer to support continued growth across the Midlands, South of England, and Wales. The company supplies engineered solutions and technical support to a wide range of sectors, including food processing, packaging, logistics, pri

🟣Company: No 1 Brand in the UK! 🟣Role: Senior National Account Manager - E-Commerce (Grocery.com) 🟣Based: Home-Based. UK Wide. 🟣Offer: Attractive Salary + Benefits The Client Our client is a global leader in branded food, with a high-growth UK business and market-leading brands found across multiple grocery categories. Their products consistently hold No.1 or No.2 positions in their sectors, backed by significant investment in: • Consumer & Category Marketing, • NPD & Food Innovation, • Retail & Commercial Growth Strategies As part of their continued expansion, they are looking to appoint a Senior National Account Manager (SNAM) to lead the major Grocery.com channel across Retail and drive long-term strategic growth. The Role: This is a high-impact commercial role, where you will take full ownership of the key grocery retailer account, driving category growth, strategic partnerships, and revenue performance. You will be expected to influence at all levels both internally and externally, building relationships across Buying, Supply Chain, Category, Marketing & Finance teams to create and execute best-in-class commercial plans. Key Responsibilities: Lead the Grocery.com Strategy- Customer Management and growth across the channel. 🟣Company: No 1 Brand in the UK! 🟣Role: Senior National Account Manage - E-Commerce (Grocery.com) 🟣Based: Home-Based. UK Wide. 🟣Offer: Attractive Salary + Benefits The Client Our client is a global leader in branded food, with a high-growth UK business and market-leading brands found across multiple grocery categories. Their products consistently hold No.1 or No.2 positions in their sectors, backed by significant investment in: • Consumer & Category Marketing, • NPD & Food Innovation, • Retail & Commercial Growth Strategies As part of their continued expansion, they are looking to appoint a Senior National Account Manager (SNAM) to lead the major Grocery.com channel across Retail and drive long-term strategic growth. The Role: This is a high-impact commercial role, where you will take full ownership of the key grocery retailer account, driving category growth, strategic partnerships, and revenue performance. You will be expected to influence at all levels both internally and externally, building relationships across Buying, Supply Chain, Category, Marketing & Finance teams to create and execute best-in-class commercial plans. Key Responsibilities: • Lead the Grocery.com Strategy- Own customer strategy, growth plans, and execution across online grocery and rapid delivery platforms, • Full P&L Ownership – Manage profitability beyond gross margin, ensuring commercial decisions drive contribution to profit., • Strategic Customer Management – Build deep, cross-functional relationships with senior retailer contacts, influencing long-term strategic planning., • Joint Business Planning (JBP) & Negotiations – Lead annual JBP discussions, securing profitable, category-aligned agreements., • Category-Led Selling – Apply data-driven insights to drive distribution growth, range optimisation & strategic merchandising., • NPD & Innovation Strategy – Champion the launch & execution of new product development (NPD) strategies aligned with consumer trends., • Business Performance & Growth – Identify emerging opportunities within E Commerce and quick commerce, • Influence Internal Stakeholders – Act as the E Commerce voice within the business. Work closely with Sales, Category, Marketing & Finance teams, ensuring alignment between brand strategy & retailer expectations. This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact in a fast-paced, competitive grocery environment. Candidate Requirements We are looking for a commercially strong, results-driven Senior National Account Manager with a proven background in FMCG sales & account management. Experience: • National Account E-Commerce – Proven experience in Grocer.com Channel or E-Commerce Channel. This could be across FMCG (Food, Drink or Non-Food) or Consumer Products., • Full P&L & JBP Ownership – Strong financial acumen, able to develop & execute commercial strategies that maximise revenue & profit., • Category-Led Selling – Able to leverage category insights & shopper data to drive commercial growth & strengthen retailer relationships., • Strong Negotiation & Relationship Management – Confident in influencing senior stakeholders, managing complex retailer demands, and securing profitable partnerships., • Resilient & Commercially Strategic – Thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments, balancing short-term wins with long-term strategic planning. High-potential candidates currently excelling at NAM level and ready for a step up will also be considered. Why Apply? ✔ High-Profile Role – Take ownership of a the total Grocery.com Channel. ✔ Fast-Track Career Growth – A stepping stone to Controller. ✔ Work with Market-Leading Brands – Join a global business with some of the UK’s most recognised food brands. ✔ Innovative & Category-Led Culture – Work in a business that prioritises consumer trends & data-driven decision-making.

We are on the hunt for an experienced sales controller to join our team. At Gran Luchito, you will play a key role in shaping and growing one of the UK’s most exciting challenger food brands. Responsible for driving commercial strategy and revenue growth across key retail accounts. You will drive the brand’s market share within the Mexican and World Foods category, ensuring the business remains competitive, profitable, and ambitious in its growth targets. Full Time 40hrs a week - home based with some travel required. Salary available on request (see bottom of list for full list of benefits) To apply please send your CV and a covering letter to: About Gran Luchito Gran Luchito is on a mission to bring the very best of Mexican food to the world. Trading since 2012, we have a range of over 20 Mexican products that we sell to Tesco, Sainsbury's, Waitrose, Ocado, Booths, Whole Foods Market and export to several markets around the world, including Sweden, and Australia. We work with manufacturing partners in Mexico, Europe and the United Kingdom. We are a small global remote working team with team members in the UK, Italy and South Africa. Our Mission To become the world’s most loved authentic Mexican food brand by looking after our customers, people and planet. We are proud to be a certified B Corp and a member of 1% for the planet. About You To succeed in the role the right candidate will be an experienced sales manager, preferably with experience working and managing accounts of Major UK Supermarkets and a self starter ready to make a significant impact on the Gran Luchito business. You will naturally capture the distinctiveness of the Gran Luchito 'Great Little Fighter' brand, and lead the sales team whilst embodying our core values of being nimble, authentic, progressive, and inclusive. Your Key Responsibilities: • Lead the grocery Sales Team, • Manage key UK retail accounts such as Waitrose and Tesco, • Work closely with the Head of Marketing to implement the UK strategy., • Bring in new business, • Creating and implement annual JBPs for customers., • Managing P&L of accounts within budget., • Effective internal and external communication of performance, recommending specific actions where the business looks to consolidate areas of strength as well as rectify underperformance., • Bringing Gran Luchito to life in store! What we are looking for: • A highly experienced FMCG professional with 5+ years of proven success working with major UK supermarkets., • Full UK driving licence (not essential - but ability to travel around the UK where required)., • Entrepreneurial and collaborative team player with excellent communication skills., • Strong understanding of sales strategies and ability to hit KPIs., • Excellent customer relationship management., • Good understanding of IT systems relevant to the role., • Data-driven with strong analytical skills to measure, forecast and optimise sales performance., • IT Literate with advanced user ability on Google Sheets/Excel & Google Slides/Powerpoint., • A passion for selling and comfortable negotiating with buyers., • Excellent attention to detail., • Excellent analytical skills., • Ability to effectively work remotely in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment, with excellent project management skills, comfortable juggling multiple projects., • Passionate about food, cooking and Mexican cuisine is a plus! Additional Requirements: • Must be an English speaker., • Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK., • Effectively work remotely in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment., • Full-time: 40 hours/week, • UK, must be able to regularly commute to work events, meetings within M25 and travel internationally if required. How we Work At Gran Luchito, we believe great things happen when different voices come together. We're building a workplace where everyone feels included, supported and excited to do their best — no matter who you are or where you’re from. We believe in a workplace that works for you. Adjusted hours, part-time roles, flexible working - we want to support what balance looks like for you. We know that thriving at work often means having the space to manage life beyond it. Interested? If you're excited about a role with us but don’t meet every single requirement — we still encourage you to apply. We’re looking for potential, passion, and people who care about what they do. Benefits include * • Salary on request, • 25 holidays plus standard 8 UK Bank holidays, • Annual performance bonus of up to 20% of base salary., • If you birthday falls on a work day - take a half day on us, • Work Place Pension, • Bupa health and dental insurance, • Death in Service Insurance, • you will become eligible for some of these benefits after your probation period. Please check our handbook for a full list of benefits and details..

I’m recruiting on behalf of a well-established, family-owned food business for an experienced Regional Sales Manager to cover the East of Scotland, with a focus on Edinburgh and Aberdeen. As Regional Sales Manager, you will be responsible for driving sales growth, strengthening customer relationsh

With over 70 years of backyard cooking experience, Middleby Outdoor has three of the top consumer brands in outdoor cooking (Char-Griller, Masterbuilt and Kamado Joe). We strive for excellence in designing and building the most innovative products in the industry and markets we serve. We create a work environment that is conducive to building long-term employees who are motivated and dedicated to manufacturing quality products while upholding the highest standards in business ethics. Our mission is to build great products and greater relationships with a vision to lead the way with integrity and intelligence. Middleby Outdoor, is searching for an experienced Sales Account Manager. As member of a dynamic sales team you will oversee and manage designated accounts on a daily business. Your primarily focus is the execution of all European/UK business objectives as well merchandising and training major accounts and key clients including Garden Centres, National Accounts and Independent retailers. This position reports to the UK Senior Sales Manager. Responsible for but not limited to: • This is a varied role which is a combination of territory management, sales forecasting, merchandising and training., • The role is autonomous, but you will be very much part of an inclusive dynamic sales team working to achieve budgeted targets., • Team work is at the core and culture of our company. You will be expected to find new customers, find new sales channels, develop existing accounts and implement overall team objectives., • The role requires a dynamic, well-presented, and proactive Sales/Account Manager with strong commercial acumen and flair and strong negotiation skills., • With full responsibility for your territory you will be given the support, training and leadership to ensure great success and job satisfaction., • Required to attend both National and International trade and dealer events. Requirements / Education / Experience: • You will be a dynamic achiever, a consummate professional that is well presented and possessing superb communication skills, both written and verbal., • To be considered for this role you must be a true Sales Account Manager with experience of territory management and a proven sale’s record., • The ability to develop relationships at all levels is essential and this role is ideal for an individual who is flexible and wants to be part of a fun, fast paced, fast growing organisation., • Experience in the Outdoor living industry would be a bonus but not prerequisite., • Computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office applications and ERP systems., • Full clean UK driving license required. What Company Offers You: • Competitive salary with company car, • Paid annual leave, • A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion About the Company: Learn more about our story and our products at , , and . Middleby Outdoor is a subsidiary of Middleby Corporation. Middleby Corporation is a fast-growing and profitable global manufacturer of commercial foodservice, food processing and residential cooking equipment with approximately $4 billion in revenue headquartered in Elgin, IL. Sales of the company’s products are marketed under 80+ different brands. The company has 55+ manufacturing operations (including 20+ international) and 10 international distribution offices. Middleby has grown from approximately $100 million in revenues since 2001 and was named a Fortune Magazine’s Fastest Growing Company in 2014 and 2015. Forbes included Middleby in their list of the World's Best Employers for 2021. Middleby Outdoor proudly supports diversity in the workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Employment type: Fulltime, Monday - Friday

Field Sales Specialist – Foodservice North England (Field-Based) £38k + 25% Bonus + Car or allowance Ready to take ownership of a territory where your impact is felt immediately? We’re partnering with one of the UK’s leading world-food and foodservice specialists - a business known for bold flavours, fast growth, and a fiercely loyal customer base across restaurants, wholesalers, pubs, and casual dining groups. Their Foodservice division is expanding rapidly, and they’re now looking for a Territory Sales Manager who wants to drive real results across the North. This isn’t a “maintain the status quo” type of role. This is a hands-on, on-the-ground commercial role where you’ll nurture key accounts, hunt new business, and influence how operators experience some of the most exciting products in foodservice. What You’ll Be Doing You’ll be the face of the brand across your region — building relationships, solving problems, and opening doors. You’ll work with chefs, buyers, operators, and wholesalers to grow distribution, increase rate of sale, and elevate product visibility. Expect to: • Manage, grow, and retain key accounts across the North, • Hunt and convert new business across restaurants, wholesalers, and foodservice operators, • Deliver commercial targets across sales value, volume, and profit, • Build strong customer relationships through regular site visits, sampling sessions & menu engagement, • Shape pricing, promotions, and joint business plans, • Analyse sales data to forecast, plan, and spot opportunities, • Maintain detailed journey plans and territory action plans, • Partner with internal teams across supply chain, customer service, transport, and national accounts, • Ensure cash collections and trading terms are met, • Represent the business at events, customer meetings, and trade shows About You You’re proactive, commercially sharp, and genuinely motivated by growth. You thrive in front of customers, love being out in the field, and you’re comfortable owning a region with autonomy. You’ll likely bring: • 2+ years of FMCG sales experience (Foodservice experience strongly preferred), • A proven track record of developing and winning business, • Strong communication and negotiation skills, • Confidence working with data, numbers, and commercial plans, • Great organisational discipline - journey plans, reports, forecasting, • A self-starter mentality with strong problem-solving skills, • A passion for food and the operators who bring it to life Why This Role Stands Out You’re joining a business with serious brand recognition, strong flavours, and massive opportunity within the foodservice channel. You’ll have the room to develop your region your way, backed by a supportive leadership team, great product availability, and a loyal customer base that loves what this brand represents. If you want a role where every day feels different and where your numbers, relationships, and ideas genuinely shape the territory... this is it. Interested? Hit APPLY or send your CV directly to . Let’s talk.

A leading food delivery service in Birmingham seeks a Head of Chinese Category Sales to lead their sales efforts.

National Business Development Manager Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield based Salary: £42-45k (up to £50k for top performers) + OTE £15-25k Package: £700 pcm car allowance, mobile, laptop, iPad, pension, 24 days holiday We're looking for a hunter‑style salesperson to drive new business across the UK dealer network. This is a national role with full autonomy - you'll manage your own diary, book your own appointments, and build relationships with around 800 warm dealers in sectors including hospitality, retail, QSR, healthcare, and institutions. About the Product You'll be representing a premium commercial refrigeration range that covers: • Food storage solutions - reliable, energy‑efficient fridges and freezers designed for professional kitchens., • Preparation equipment - built to support chefs and operators in high‑volume environments., • Drinks refrigeration - stylish, durable units for bars, restaurants, and QSR outlets., • Exclusive UK launch - you'll be introducing a brand new portfolio to the market, backed by a global reputation and already proven with a 1,000‑machine contract for a leading QSR chain. These products are known for their quality, durability, and breadth of choice, giving you a wide range to sell and strong credibility with dealers and end‑users alike. Why this role stands out • Autonomy: Run your territory like your own business., • Growth potential: Once 100 dealers are onboarded, the team expands further., • Credibility: Global reputation + major contract win = powerful story from day one. What we're looking for • Proven capital equipment sales experience (vending, copiers, catering kit, etc.), • Resilient, numbers‑driven, proactive hunter mentality, • Experience working in a targeted sales environment This is a rare chance to join a new market launch backed by a global brand, with the freedom to make an impact and the opportunity to grow with the business. Apply now to find out more.

♻️ Strategic Account Director – Recycled Polymers Salary: £135k OTE Department: Commercial Reports to: Sales Director Location: Home-based with International Travel Role Purpose In early 2025, Clearpoint Recycling secured the exclusive sales contract for Envrioo’s new state-of-the-art food-grade PET recycling plant. To lead the commercial launch and secure key strategic offtake partners, we are seeking a highly skilled Strategic Account Director. This senior role focuses on developing long-term, high-value relationships with major beverage brands, bottle manufacturers, and packaging converters. The Strategic Account Director will shape and execute the commercial strategy, build a robust sales pipeline ahead of plant commissioning, and deliver sustainable revenue growth across the UK and international markets. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Customer Leadership • Lead the acquisition and management of high-value strategic accounts, focusing on beverage producers, FMCG brands, and bottle manufacturers., • Secure long-term offtake agreements for food-grade rPET pellets, aligned with plant capacity and growth plans., • Develop bespoke commercial strategies for top-tier customers, ensuring Clearpoint becomes a trusted, long-term supply partner., • Achieve revenue, volume, and contribution margin targets., • Shape and execute the commercial roadmap, providing strategic insight on market evolution, pricing structures, and customer needs., • Build a comprehensive pre-launch pipeline to ensure strong order coverage when the contract commences in late 2026., • Work with technical teams to deliver custom, technically optimised and cost-efficient solutions suited to customer bottle specifications and processing requirements., • Understand and communicate the technical properties of food‑grade rPET, including:, • material characteristics, • decontamination standards, • EFSA/FDA compliance, • support activity required to obtain and maintain RecyClass and EuCertPlast certification, ensuring full compliance with relevant audit, quality, and traceability standards., • performance in injection moulding and extrusion systems, • Analyse market trends, competitor movements, and regulatory developments across the rPET and packaging sectors., • Provide accurate sales forecasting and pipeline visibility, accounting for production capacity and supply constraints., • Collaborate with operations and supply chain functions to align production schedules with customer demand., • Ensure seamless communication between internal teams and customer stakeholders, proactively escalating issues and resolving challenges., • Lead internal initiatives around pricing, margin management, and strategic customer planning. Experience & Skills Required Industry Experience • Proven success in a senior commercial, strategic account, or business development role within the plastics, polymers, packaging, recycling, or beverage sectors., • Strong understanding of polymer processing and recycled material supply chains, ideally including food‑grade rPET., • Outstanding skills in negotiation, strategic sales, and long-term customer engagement., • Strong analytical skills with experience in:, • cost modelling, • forecasting, • pricing strategy, • budgeting, • Ability to operate confidently at both strategic boardroom level and the hands-on execution level., • Dynamic, self-motivated, and commercially astute., • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the authority to influence senior stakeholders., • Passionate about sustainability and advancing the circular economy., • Capable of working effectively across multiple organisational cultures and priorities., • Competitive executive-level salary, performance bonus, and long-term incentive potential., • Key leadership role in the launch of one of the UK’s newest food-grade PET recycling plants., • Opportunity to shape commercial strategy from the ground up., • Ownership of the recycled polymers division, powered by but expanding beyond the Enviroo contract, • Strong career development within a growing sustainability and recycling partnership., • Collaborative culture across Clearpoint Recycling with strong leadership support.

QLM Search is partnering with a high growth branded food manufacturer who are looking to appoint a Head of Sales - International Markets. Reporting to the CEO, this newly created position will play a central role in shaping our international strategy, identifying the markets where we can win, and working closely with the wider leadership team to turn that strategy into sustained commercial performance. Our client is looking for someone who brings the best of both worlds: a leader who has been classically trained within a major branded food or FMCG organisation and truly understands what “good” looks like, but who has also proven they can apply that discipline and know-how in more agile, high-growth environments. This combination of structured commercial thinking and entrepreneurial agility is critical for success here. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership • Define and deliver a clear international growth strategy, covering all markets outside UKI and North America, • Build a strong point of view on where to play and how to win, and ensure this guides decision-making across markets., • Identify the right opportunities, channels, and partners to unlock meaningful long-term growth., • Build and nurture senior relationships with international retailers, distributors, brokers, and strategic partners., • Lead negotiations and joint business planning to secure distribution, drive category performance, and deliver commercial results., • Lead rigorous sales planning, forecasting, and performance management across all markets., • Establish the right commercial structure as we grow, including distributor networks and future internal resources., • Work closely with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team to maintain alignment on priorities, performance, and market developments., • Partner with Marketing, Supply Chain, Operations, and Finance to ensure international plans are integrated and executable., • Foster strong communication, transparency, and accountability across teams. Candidate Profile Experience • Senior commercial leadership experience (Sales Director, Commercial Director, Head of Sales) with a track record of leading and delivering international, multi-market growth., • Proven success building relationships and delivering results with international retailers and distributors., • Strong foundations from a major branded food or FMCG company, with a clear understanding of commercial best practice., • Complementary experience in entrepreneurial, high-growth or scale-up environments, demonstrating the ability to work hands-on and make things happen at pace., • Experience creating market strategies, opening new markets, and growing distribution and revenue., • Strategic thinker who can translate insight and analysis into practical, actionable plans., • Excellent relationship builder and negotiator with strong influencing skills., • Comfortable moving between strategic work and hands-on execution., • Entrepreneurial, pragmatic, and resilient., • Low-ego leadership style with a strong sense of ownership and accountability, • Collaborative, open communicator who builds trust and alignment quickly., • Confident and credible when representing the business externally., • Operationally agile, multi-tasker with high action orientation, • Able to work standalone, sets high standards with a strong focus on delivery

A new exciting opportunity at Nourish. About the Role Nourish is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate sales person to be a key team member as we take our business to the next level. Can you help? Are you the person to make this happen?! • Key member of our dynamic team., • Account management of existing customers., • Development of existing leads., • Research, target and identify new business., • Budget management - maximising ROI, • Work with the wider business team to develop new opportunities, product ideas and be a part of shaping the overall growth strategy., • Office based Reigate; travel within UK for meetings. About You • Ambitious and energetic. Prepared to get stuck in!, • Well organised, driven and self-motivated., • Great communicator. Relationship builder., • Resilient and persistent., • Share our passion for healthy snacking. Experience and Skills • Previous sales and client facing experience is desired., • Well organised; good time manager., • Understanding of healthy eating and the snack food category., • CRM software, Google sheets About Nourish • A fast-growing, agile healthy snacking business, • Passionate about promoting healthy eating and nourishment, • Ambitious, expanding, and committed to innovation in the healthy snack space, • Great products; great people Salary • £40,000 basic salary, • Commission structure in place, • OTE £75,000+

National Account Manager – Retail Location: Lincolnshire Salary: £40-50,000 + benefits and great career opportunities Industry: FMCG Role Type: Full-time, Permanent Take ownership of a high-profile national retail account with huge growth potential. We’re looking for a driven, detail-focused National Account Manager to lead one of our client’s most strategically important grocery retail partners. This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where high standards, commercial sharpness and brilliant customer management are essential. You’ll be at the heart of a division undergoing positive change — improving processes, strengthening cross-functional alignment and unlocking major commercial opportunities. The Role As National Account Manager, you’ll manage the daily commercial delivery of a complex, high-volume retail account across a number of different categories. You’ll work closely with Procurement, Technical, NPD, Operations and Supply Chain to drive accuracy, tighten processes and deliver exceptional execution. You’ll influence category direction, recover lost opportunities, shape future ranges and bring robust challenge to both internal teams and your customer. Key Responsibilities • Lead day-to-day management of a major national retail account., • Build strong, assertive relationships and act as the customer’s key commercial contact., • Develop annual account plans with clear sales, margin and growth objectives., • Drive category reviews, identify growth gaps and recover previously lost lines., • Manage NPD briefs, range changes and full lifecycle delivery from concept to launch., • Oversee forecasting accuracy and maintain service levels., • Monitor competitor activity and translate insights into commercial action., • Strengthen cross-functional collaboration and eliminate silo working., • Produce structured commercial reporting, highlighting performance, risks and opportunities. About You • Experience with major UK retailers within FMCG, plants, produce, food, gifting or similar categories., • Commercially confident, assertive and calm under pressure., • Exceptional attention to detail — accuracy is non-negotiable., • Highly organised and thrives in fast-paced or reactive environments., • Strong relationship-builder with excellent communication and presentation skills., • Advanced Excel/PowerPoint skills and strong data fluency., • A collaborative, constructive challenger who drives accountability across teams. What You’ll Get • Ownership of a high-value national retail account., • A visible role in a division undergoing ambitious growth and structural improvement., • The chance to influence category direction and regain major sales opportunities., • A supportive culture built on collaboration, trust and resilience., • Excellent benefits, long-term development and opportunities for international supplier travel. To apply please email your CV to

EXCITING NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITY! NATIONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER – WHOLESALE - FMCG Excellent basic, 30% bonus, £5k car allowance & benefits Home-based, South or South Midlands, England THE COMPANY A $500m global confectionery branded business which continues to experience unprecedented growth across both UK and international markets, driven by exceptional consumer purchasing, fueling ever-increasing rates-of-sale through high street retail and grocery retail multiple accounts. They have a highly collaborative Sales & Marketing team that works with pace, enthusiasm and a clear, well-invested, brand-led marketing strategy focused on consumer insight-led, product innovative, effective brand communications and driving targeted trade listings, distribution and promotional activities. Their brands and target consumers echo a strong sense of fun and energy, which sets the cultural tone across this supportive yet driven business. THE ROLE This is a new NAM position which will take full responsibility including P&L for a portfolio of southern based Wholesale national accounts including Booker Wholesale, Bestway and Dhamecha etc. Reporting to the Wholesale Channel Lead your key objectives will be to create and implement compelling account business development strategies to drive national product listings, depot distribution and range merchandising all focussed on increasing profitable sales growth. Above all, the role is about connecting with the brands personality and going out each day to ‘SELL’ the brands product proposition with authority, energy, enthusiasm and ambition to achieve your commercial objectives. ABOUT YOU Having developed our FMCG sales career with food or drink brands you have been well trained in the art of modern selling skills and have now progressed up to NAE/J.NAM or NAM level which must include experience and a strong understanding of the major UK Wholesale national accounts. Being ambitious you are looking to progress your career with a new NAM challenge where you will have to freedom to act and take commercially minded decisions… all focussed on driving profitable sales growth. You have gained experience with modern account management activities which should include selling NPD-new listings, negotiation including CPI’s, promotional planning and trading terms, together with presenting and influencing consumer insight category-led, fact-based selling at head office level. You are hardworking, highly capable together with a naturally engaging and highly personable style with the ability to communicate at all internal and external management levels. Future management development potential is also a key ingredient for this important appointment. If this sounds like the career opportunity you’ve been looking for, please apply by quoting reference MS/2702 together with your CV and benefits package details to NOW! While we aim to respond to all applicants, there may be times where this is not possible due to a high volume of applications. If you have not heard from us within 10 working days, please assume that on this occasion you have been unsuccessful. Closing date: 12th February 2026

Your new company Join a market‑leading industrial gases business that supplies bulk products (including LIN, LOX, LAR, CO₂ and more) to customers across manufacturing, energy, food & beverage and healthcare. With strong European backing and a broad UK & Ireland footprint, the organisation is investing in growth, safety and customer experience. You'll be part of a high‑impact commercial team shaping strategy and delivering profitable, sustainable results. Your new role You'll optimise the commercial performance of the UK & Ireland bulk gases' portfolio-spanning production, distribution and sales-while owning senior relationships and developing new revenue streams. • Sales strategy & delivery: Support the Head of Bulk Gases to shape medium‑ and long‑term sales strategy. Plan and execute sales to key accounts, win new customers, and expand product lines within the existing base while protecting margin., • Key account leadership: Act as the single point of contact for designated major accounts and retail accounts. Maintain senior‑level engagement, prepare quotations, ensure contractual commitments are met by all parties and resolve issues quickly., • Market & business development: Build an intelligence network to monitor competitor activity and spot early warning signs. Generate and qualify leads, translate customer needs into compelling proposals and help turn emerging needs into market offerings., • Contracts & negotiations: Lead the negotiation and re‑negotiation of supply contracts, partnering with proposals/bids colleagues as needed., • Planning, budgets & reporting: Contribute to the annual sales budget; prepare sales plans, forecasts and strategy papers that inform production and distribution planning. Provide timely reports in line with quality procedures., • Collaboration & optimisation: Work closely with Customer Experience, Logistics, Operations and Finance (including Accounts Receivable) to optimise cost‑to‑serve, service reliability and cash collection. Offer commercial support to the packaged gases team when required., • Technical & HESQ: Build strong technical understanding across bulk gases and applications. Operate in line with legislation and company HESQ policies, championing a positive safety culture. What you'll need to succeed • Degree (or equivalent experience) with substantial key account management background in B2B industrial gases across the UK & Ireland., • Proven success in sales/marketing roles: growing revenue, defending share, negotiating complex contracts and closing multi‑year agreements., • Credibility to operate at senior technical and commercial levels, with excellent communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills., • Strong planning, analytical and problem‑solving capabilities; comfortable working with minimal supervision and translating strategy into execution., • Broad understanding of business functions (commercial, operations, logistics, finance) and how to align them to deliver profitable growth. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Desired Skills and Experience Business Development, Account Manager, Contract Negotiation, Tendering Hays Specialist Recruitment 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 hays.co.uk

INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT & HR EXPERTS ACROSS THE PLASTICS, PACKAGING, SPECIALITY CHEMICALS, LIFE SCIENCES, BIOPOLYMER, FOOD ADDITIVES & INGREDIENTS, ENERGY AND RECYCLING SECTORS SINCE 1975. Polymer raw materials (Polyamides) Management of KAM team Location: United Kingdom Job ref: CST/64720 Salary: Highly attractive – commensurate with experience The Company: Our client is a global leader in high-performance engineering polymers, supplying advanced material solutions to major OEMs and tier suppliers across automotive, industrial, electronics and consumer markets. With a strong reputation for technical excellence, innovation and customer partnership, the organisation delivers premium specialty materials that support lightweighting, sustainability and next-generation product design. Their UK operation is well-established, highly respected, and offers an exciting environment for professionals looking to grow within a dynamic, technology-driven industry. Primary purpose: Achieve the UK and Nordic regional sales / account objectives as agreed annually by the parent group. Lead the sales team. Identify, develop and commercialize new business typically via multiplication of successful existing or newly developed applications at existing (and targeted) key customers. The Role: • Define and execute the UK and Nordic regional sales strategy in conjunction with the Managing Director and senior leadership team of the parent group, and to realize sales objectives., • Provide leadership, coaching and mentoring support to the UK sales team., • Lead contract negotiations with key UK and Nordic customers around pricing, service and delivery within boundaries set by group., • Lead the KAMs in defining, developing and commercializing new projects, customers and applications within the UK strategy and the ambition of individual product lines., • Responsible for defining new value propositions with key customers and potential business opportunities for commercial development and for communicating value propositions to the market., • Approve the business case presented by the KAMs who will be initiating development agreements with customers., • Ensure sales team accurately adds and maintains projects to internal tracking systems., • Responsible for collecting market information and communicating current and emerging needs for existing and potential accounts to drive new business development., • Ensure accurate sales forecasting is provided by KAMs., • Ensure that credit limits and invoice payments are made across all UK and Nordic customers and working with KAMs to deliver against this performance measurement., • Reviewing the response to any customer complaints and approving any settlements (including product returns). Person Profile: • Ideally degree in a relevant technology and / or business related field., • Experience of leading and coaching sales teams to achieve their performance potential., • Capability of working across cross-cultural teams (both colleagues and customers)., • Knowledge of the plastics/polymer raw material industry and markets., • Experience of polyamides is of particular interest., • Knowledge of sales processes., • Relationship builder with good social and networking skills., • Experience of finance, product management and additional understanding of technical service and application development., • Excellent communication and social skills., • Analytical with good judgement, business sense and problem solving skills., • Strong negotiator, able to identify customers’ needs, persuasive when presenting ideas., • Team player and able to work independently., • Creative with entrepreneurial experience., • Structured worker with good time management and project management ability. 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. To apply please contact Conrad Taylor 0044 (0) 1789 207070 CONNECT WITH ME ON LINKEDIN. 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. Please visit for more information on our services, global success and testimonials. Listgrove Limited Registered in England No: 0119771

Summary This organisation is a world leader in the design and manufacture of overvoltage and surge protection devices and components for electrical, electronic and telecoms systems. With c500 employees worldwide, they are passionate about innovation and development whilst delivering the highest quality products to their clients across Manufacturing (Automotive, Food, Pharmaceutical), IT and Telecoms (servers, data centres, base stations), Energy and Utilities (Oil & Gas, Wind, Solar) and Transportation (Railways, Aerospace, EV infrastructure). In order to further expand their UK and Ireland presence, they are seeking to appoint a Specification Manager (UK & Ireland) to increase market share and help grow sales revenues. The role will be home based with travel to client locations as required. The Specification Manager will develop a combined technical and business development relationship with existing and new clients, to ensure the company’s overvoltage and surge protection devices are written into client specifications. Your remit will be to use your technical knowledge as a business developer rather than taking a hard sales approach. As a technical expert in electrical or electronic components and devices, you will be a technical adviser and specifier to the client, working closely with your Sales Manager. Experience You must be an Electrical or Electronics Engineer with a minimum of 10 years’ experience in business-to-business technical sales or specification or market development roles within the electrical or electronics industry in either the UK or Ireland. You must have an in depth knowledge of electrical power management industry. In depth experience in the surge protection or direct lightning protection industry would be of benefit but it is not essential. Role Responsibilities • Develop and implement an action plan for short and medium term objectives, • Map target industries, stakeholders, identify key players across manufacturing industries, regulatory and professional associations, consultants and contractors., • Contact and meet these key players, alone or with the Sales Manager., • Present company and products ranges, deliver technical training and advice, • Attend exhibitions as an exhibitor or visitor, • Regular reporting to the sales manager Skills • You are both part of a worldwide dynamic international team but also operating on your own day to day. You will manage your own activities and objectives day to day and know when to seek support. You are autonomous but not independent., • Creative, proactive and resilient in the long-term process of specification., • Good communication skills., • Highly skilled in prospection and identifying new business opportunities.

Company Description The Sausage Man UK Ltd is the UK's leading wholesaler and importer of premium German sausages and hot dogs, catering to a variety of customers nationwide. Supplying over 7 million sausages annually, the company prides itself on partnering with the best and most reputable producers in Germany. These suppliers also serve leading retailers across Germany and Europe, ensuring exceptional product quality. The company is dedicated to bringing authentic German flavors and maintaining high standards in every product offered. Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Sales Manager to lead our sales team and drive business growth. The successful candidate will be responsible for executing sales strategies, managing client relationships, and overseeing daily sales operations. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual with strong leadership and organisational skills to make a significant impact within our organisation. Previous management, supervising experience, and excellent communication skills are essential for success in this position. Duties • Sales Strategy & Execution: Develop and implement sales strategies aligned with company objectives to drive revenue growth., • Industry Networking: Represent the company at trade fairs and industry events to build brand presence and generate leads when required., • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Marketing, Procurement, and Finance to ensure seamless execution of commercial initiatives., • Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and manage a high-performing sales team, fostering a culture of accountability and success., • Performance Management: Set clear KPIs, monitor team performance, and provide coaching and feedback., • Pipeline & Forecasting: Manage the sales pipeline, ensure accurate sales forecasting, and collaborate with supply chain for demand planning., • Customer Relationship Management: Maintain strong relationships with existing clients and actively pursue new business opportunities, including key accounts and strategic partners., • Joint Business Planning: Collaborate with key accounts on promotional strategies, pricing, and volume forecasts to drive mutual growth., • Compliance: Ensure all sales activities comply with food safety regulations and industry standards (e.g., HACCP, BRC) and collaborate with the technical department for compliance., • Budget Oversight: Manage the sales budget effectively to optimise resources and ROI., • Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on sales performance, market insights, and KPIs., • Channel Development: Drive growth across multiple channels including wholesale. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field the food and beverage industry is advantageous., • Previous experience in customer service or phone etiquette is advantageous., • Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets., • Strong leadership and team management skills., • Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation abilities., • In-depth knowledge of the food and beverage market and industry trends., • Ability to travel for client meetings and industry events when required., • Valid driver's license and ability to commute to South Darenth. Skills & Competencies • Sales Management & Leadership, • Customer Relationship Management (CRM), • Market Analysis & Strategic Planning, • Negotiation & Influencing, • Product Knowledge, • Proficiency in Salesforce, Microsoft Office Suite, and analytics tools, • Presentation Skills Preferred Attributes • Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on growth and innovation., • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills., • Minimum 5 years of experience in sales, with at least 2 years in a managerial role within, • This role is ideal for a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to contribute to organisational success through strategic sales management.

Key Account Manager. £60,000 basic - OTE £90,000 plus + Car + Superb benefits package. Location: Remote-based, covering the West Midlands & Wales. The Company: A global manufacturer of Capital Equipment. Recognised as one of the world's most successful food processing equipment companies, this organisation have created a Key Account Manager role focused on developing existing relationships and key client prospects across the West Midlands & Wales. This role does not require experience in selling into the food manufacturing sector. An internal business development team will support the successful candidate, allowing you to focus on key customers and qualified prospects. Experience in selling capital equipment solutions is essential. Key responsibilities: • Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with key clients in the food industry., • Drive sales across your region by strengthening relationships with existing clients, ensuring consistent customer satisfaction., • Conduct comprehensive market analysis to identify trends, assess the competitive landscape, and uncover growth opportunities., • Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technical solutions relevant to the food industry. In return, you will be offered a fabulous working environment and genuine career opportunities. You will enjoy a great culture and will work alongside some incredible people. This company provide an exceptional benefits package, including pension, healthcare, generous holidays, and global career opportunities. To apply, please email a copy of your CV to Darren Dewrance of Aaron Wallis Visit our website at for hundreds of sales jobs.

National Account Executive – eCommerce & Grocery Remote (with 2 days/month in London) £37,000 + benefits We’re working with a fast-moving, purpose-led food business that’s growing across grocery, eCommerce and direct-to-consumer channels. As they scale one of the UK’s most loved family brands, we’re now looking for a National Account Executive to take ownership of a £1.5m portfolio with a primary focused on Ocado, quick commerce, and supporting the launch of a brand-new D2C app. This is a fantastic step-up role for someone looking to grow their commercial career in a values-led business with real momentum. You’ll be hands-on with managing account performance, promotions, and internal processes all while gaining exposure to Top 4 grocery, digital strategy, and new route-to-market thinking. Key Responsibilities: • Day-to-day ownership of Ocado and qCommerce accounts, • Manage promotional plans, forecasting and performance tracking, • Support the launch of a new D2C app for one of the UK’s most loved household brands, • Liaise with internal teams across marketing, supply and commercial finance, • Prepare internal reports and share insights that drive smarter decision-making, • Gain exposure to wider grocery and digital strategy through cross-functional projects What we’re looking for: • Some previous experience in FMCG sales, eCommerce, or account support roles, • Confident with numbers, organised, and proactive, • A team player who’s commercially curious and eager to learn, • Passion for brand-building, D2C, and innovation-led thinking, • Comfortable managing multiple tasks and communicating across teams, • Someone who wants to grow with the role and the brand If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I’d love to speak to you! Find out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career – contact us today. Please get in touch with or click “Apply Now” to be considered for this vacancy: Call: 020 7871 8000 Email: The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Sales Account Manager - Ingredients Remote £50,000 – £75,000 + bonus & benefits ✅Want to be part of a best-in-class organisation? ✅Want to join a company that has great market insight, category dominance, and supplier reach? ✅Want freedom to shape your own success, surrounded by brilliant people who care deeply about what they do? Prior experience in B2B commodity ingredients sales within at least one of the following categories is essential: sports nutrition, beverage, supplements, bakery, pet food, animal nutrition. If you’re ready to grow something extraordinary, this is where you can do it. This business is a powerhouse in the ingredients and nutrition space with unrivalled supplier relationships across multiple categories, but a particularly strong reputation in sports nutrition. The company’s growing fast and building on an already world-class reputation for technical insight, product quality, and customer service. Entrepreneurial people thrive here, initiative is valued, autonomy is encouraged, and success is rewarded. The Opportunity You’ll join a high-performing team led by a supportive leader who believes in staying close to customers and products. This is a chance to take ownership of some of the most exciting accounts in the ingredients world, with plenty of scope to develop new ones across: Sports Nutrition, Beverage, Pet Food, Supplements, Food & Bakery. You’ll be backed by experts but trusted to manage your diary and your customers, as well as attaining results, your way. What You’ll Be Doing • Own and grow key customer relationships across the UK, • Identify and develop new business opportunities in target categories, • Translate customer insight into commercially viable proposals and product innovation, • Help shape category strategies and explore opportunities in new ingredient areas Who You Are We’re looking for someone who is: • Entrepreneurial – a self-starter who spots opportunities and makes things happen, • Commercially sharp – understands value, margin, and market dynamics, • Relationship-driven – naturally builds trust and credibility across all levels, • Collaborative – works well with cross-functional teams and global stakeholders

Senior National Account Manager £80,000 - £100,000 plus Benefits Surrey We are recruiting for a great Senior National Account Manager that is looking for their next step in terms or key account management, team mentoring and industry-leading remuneration Our client is a market-leading, award-winning FMCG business within the ambient food sector, supplying premium-quality products to all major UK retailers and foodservice customers. With an impressive global supply base and a reputation for innovation, this organisation combines commercial success with a strong, collaborative culture. The business continues to expand, and as such they need a Senior National Account Manager to join their talented commercial team and take ownership of key retail relationships. As a Senior National Account Manager, you will be responsible for managing and developing a major UK retail account, identifying new business opportunities, and driving growth across both branded and own-label ranges. You’ll build strong cross-functional relationships with key stakeholders across Sales, Supply Chain, Technical, and Product Development teams to ensure seamless delivery and exceptional customer service. Working closely with Procurement, Category Insight, and Marketing teams, you’ll utilise market data and category insights to deliver impactful customer presentations and secure new listings. To be successful in this role, you will….. • Have at least 3 years’ experience of sales and national account management within the food industry., • You will demonstrate both new business and key account management skills., • You must have up-to-date and proven experience of working with UK retail customers, • Be a proactive, driven, and tenacious professional who will thrive in a fast-paced environment. Please apply with your CV today or contact Abbi to discuss further. REF AJT60502

• Do you want to join one of the fastest growing premium confectionery businesses in the UK?, • Do you have the hunger and passion to work with like-minded talented people and truly help shape the future of this exciting and vibrant brand?, • Do you have a growth mindset and “can do” attitude to work collaboratively with our UK & International customers? If the answer is “yes” to all three of the above questions, please read below and get in touch so we can talk more about some exciting opportunities to join the team. Company Overview Monty Bojangles is an award-winning, UK-based FMCG confectionery brand, best known for our deliciously unique chocolatey truffles and magical brand world. We combine bold flavours with eye-catching design to create indulgent treats that delight consumers and stand out on the shelf. We’re driven by curiosity, creativity, and a love for pushing the boundaries of confectionery marketing. Role Overview We are seeking a high calibre FMCG National Account Manager to join our branded sales team. The successful individual must a minimum of 2 years Grocery Mults Account Management experience dealing with at least one of Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, Asda, or Waitrose • Reporting directly to the Branded Sales Team Lead, you will have full P&L responsibility for your accounts and be expected to create and implement a robust sales strategy to achieve wider business goals., • You will be expected to manage the whole sales process through pricing, forecasting, category reviews, NPD launches, whilst also liaising with finance and supply chain where necessary., • Ideally, you will currently work for a recognised food, drink, or confectionery brand, and have a well-trained, structured, modern approach to account management. Key Requirements • Strong Branded FMCG Grocery experience., • Outstanding communication skills., • Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and Retailer systems, • Demonstrable business acumen and analytical skills., • An entrepreneurial drive to grow business., • Ability to manage own workload and work autonomously., • Ideally, knowledge of the confectionery market however this is not essential. Apply Now Join Monty Bojangles and help us continue to surprise and delight chocolate lovers across the UK and beyond. If you’re ready to take the next step in your sales career and want to make a real impact with our growing brand, we’d love to hear from you. Company: Monty Bojangles Job Title: National Account Manager – Asda (plus additional account portfolio) Reporting to: Branded Sales Team lead Location: Home-based with occasional requirement to be in our UK office Package: Competitive salary & benefits

adi Food and Beverage Sales Director Offering a Competitive Salary and Comprehensive Benefits Package Location – National About the Role Reporting to the Managing Director and working closely with our operational teams, you will lead the generation of profitable new business for adi Food & Beverage. You will shape our pipeline, build influential industry relationships, lead compelling tender submissions, and ensure seamless project handovers that set our teams up for success. Specifically, your key responsibilities will include: • Develop, own and manage a strong pipeline of project opportunities to meet annual sales targets, • Build and nurture senior relationships across the food & beverage and manufacturing sectors, • Identify and pursue new business opportunities through market analysis, networking and industry engagement, • Lead and manage complex tenders in collaboration with the Bid Director and operational teams, • Act as the primary client interface throughout the bid and tender process, including presentations and negotiations, • Develop compelling, value-adding commercial and operational solutions, • Drive opportunities through to financial and commercial close, ensuring smooth handover and contract mobilisation, • Maintain accurate pipeline and opportunity data within the adi CRM system About you We would like to hear from you if you have: • Proven senior sales leadership experience within engineering, construction or project-led environments, • Demonstrable experience selling diverse engineering project solutions into the food and beverage manufacturing sector, • Strong track record of winning complex, high-value project bids, • An engineering-biased background (degree-qualified or career-developed) is highly desirable, • Excellent relationship-building, negotiation and presentation skills, • Commercially astute with the ability to translate client needs into profitable, compliant solutions, • Strategic, proactive and value-driven approach The Benefits • The adi Pit Stop – savings and discounts portal with Reward Gateway, • Healthcare cash plan, • 24/7 GP helpline including private electronic prescription service, • Enhanced Employee assistance programme, • Cycle to work scheme, • Employee referral bonus of £500 for every successful new employee, • Generous holiday allowance, • Celebration days, • Company-wide Christmas party for employees and partners, • Annual employee awards, • Long service awards, • Free workwear The company Find out more about adi - Other organisations may call this role a Business Development Director, Special Projects Sales Director, Director of Engineering Sales, Capital Projects Sales Director, Business Development Director – Food & Beverage or Sales & Business Development Director – Engineering. adi Group is fully committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment and seeks to ensure that the careers of all employees are determined solely on merit and opportunity and that judgement of employees are free from the effects of bias and prejudice. So, if you’re seeking your next challenge as a Sales Director, please apply via the button shown.

Grocery Sales Director MacGregor Black are partnering with a large UK chilled and frozen food operation on the search for a Grocery Sales Director. This Grocery Sales Director position will oversee a broad portfolio of premium own-label products, driving commercial strategy, deepening major retail partnerships, and shaping long-term growth within a highly competitive category. Experience managing and developing major grocery accounts is of particular interest, with the expectation of strengthening this relationship through insight-led negotiation, category understanding and a firm grasp of retailer ways of working. Key Responsibilities: • Lead the commercial strategy for chilled and frozen own-label ranges, ensuring sustainable growth across all major retail partners. Delivering joint business plans and driving performance through data-driven decision making., • Oversee the end-to-end commercial cycle, from forecasting and pricing to promotional planning, margin optimisation and contract negotiation., • Collaborate closely with operations, supply chain, NPD and technical to ensure delivery against retailer expectations on quality, service level and innovation., • Identify growth opportunities across categories, bringing forward insight-led recommendations that unlock value for both the business and retail partners., • Provide leadership to the commercial team, setting clear direction, coaching high performers and encouraging a culture of accountability and collaboration., • Represent the business externally when engaging with retail partners, industry bodies and key stakeholders, championing the brand’s capability and market position. What We're Looking For: • Proven track record as a senior commercial leader within chilled food, ideally with both own-label and premium product experience., • Strong commercial relationship with Tesco, with demonstrable success managing complex JBP negotiations and retailer-specific commercial models., • Deep understanding of chilled and frozen manufacturing, category dynamics, margin structures and supply chain challenges., • Confident working with commercial data, financial forecasts and performance metrics to drive strategic decision making., • Strong leadership capability, able to motivate cross-functional teams and build trusted retailer partnerships., • Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence at senior level and represent the business with credibility. For more information, please contact Jon McNeish.

Export Sales Manager – Healthy Foods & Snacks £45k to £55k basic depending on experience, plus bonus and car allowance The Company • Award Winning Healthy Products, • Family Run Business, • Artisan, Organic & “Free From” Product Range, • Strong Ethical Business, • Exciting & Highly Ambitious Company The Role • Export Sales Manager to join the sales team, who will be responsible for managing relationships and building business with major customers in the export channel, • The job holder will be charged with managing a portfolio of export accounts across a number of different territories mainly across Europe and the Middle East at present but with much potential to expand trade into other countries across the world., • Good sized portfolio but with massive potential to grow, • About 90% of the company’s export business is sold into distributors so the role will be heavily focussed on managing the portfolio of international distributors, • Mostly office based in the South East region The Person • The most important thing for this particular vacancy is that candidates have a good level of experience selling into export markets ( any / all territories ) – this is an essential., • Exposure to Europe / EMEA would be a bonus but not in any way essential, as would exposure to USA or Canada., • Broad ( not specialist ) Knowledge of some of the different Inco terms / models – this is essential, • It’s essential that candidates have recent relevant experience of selling to international distributors., • This can be any kind of distributor so either foodservice or ones that sell to retailers., • Can come from any food category – ambient, chilled or frozen, • Ambitious, confident, highly professional Export Sales Manager, • Ideally based in the West London/Berkshire/Oxfordshire/Hampshire/Wiltshire region DUE TO ANTICIPATED RESPONSE LEVELS WE SHALL ONLY BE ABLE TO CONTACT CANDIDATES WHOSE APPLICATIONS WE WISH TO PROGRESS. IF YOU DO NOT HEAR FROM US YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE DEEMED TO BE UNSUCCESSFUL ON THIS OCCASION. How we use your data - Please note that by responding to this advertisement you will be creating a legitimate interest for Harris Carlton to communicate with you about the position you have applied for. We may also store the information you send us, in order that we may alert you of other similar opportunities which might be of interest to you either now or in the future. We will never share your information with third parties without your prior permission. You have the right to see whatever information we hold about you, and the right to insist that we remove your personal information at your instruction. To view our full privacy policy, please visit

Senior Ecommerce Manager – Amazon UK/PAN EU 12 Month - FTC - To PERM Are you an Amazon account specialist ready to make your mark? Do you have a passion for Nutrition and Food Nutrition? Are you looking for a business that gives you the platform to grow your function, shape your team, and drive real impact? This is a unique opportunity! We’re partnered with a high-profile, premium, branded food nutrition company that’s looking for a dynamic Senior eCommerce Manager to take their Amazon business to the next level. With strong roots in the US and rapid growth across the EU, this company operates three top-tier brands and is committed to maintaining its premium positioning, no compromises, even in challenging market conditions. We’re looking for someone with experience on Amazon Vendor and a proven track record of scaling performance in competitive markets. This role is perfect for someone who wants to dive in, make improvements, drive growth and have the freedom to structure and lead their team while working closely with senior stakeholders. Culture matters here, they want people who live and breathe health, nutrition, and lifestyle. This is a collaborative team where you’ll have autonomy, room to grow, and the chance to make a real difference. People genuinely matter here!! The role reports to the Sales Director, with a dotted line to the Managing Director. The Role: • Take full ownership of Amazon UK and PAN EU sales, you’re the driver of commercial success, • Set the strategy and lead the delivery of top-line sales and bottom-line profitability targets, • Lead and participate in weekly/monthly performance reviews and ad-hoc meetings to track strategy, KPIs, and initiatives, • Manage and nurture the relationship with Amazon, ensuring both sides are fully engaged and focused on results, • Collaborate with brand, operations, finance, performance marketing and other teams to optimize day-to-day operations and execute strategic projects, • Own commercial forecasts through internal planning systems, ensuring accuracy and insight What will you need to bring? You’ll need solid experience with Amazon Vendor and a proven track record of driving performance in competitive markets. More importantly, you’ll bring passion for eCommerce, for nutrition and for being part of a team that is building something bigger. This is your chance to make an impact, grow with the business and help shape the future of a premium brand across Europe.

National Account Manager - Grocery - British Premium Foods Business • £50,000 - £60,000 Basic Salary, • Car Allowance, • Bonus, • Private health care, • Pension, • 1 day per week in Southeast Based office About the Business: This is a smashing role with a top class, family owned, historic, British premium food company. If you are a foodie, then this is without a doubt one for you. This is a business and set of people who leave no stone unturned in delivering unwavering quality to our supermarket shelves & to us the consumers. A business that has been in operation for several generations with nostalgic brands and some phenomenal new success stories across retail are looking at their next stage of growth. They have already invested significant capex in a new factory, further warehousing & infrastructure. In the last 6 years they have grown by a third to north of £120million turnover, delivering significant profit which has led to this self-funded, seven figure investment keeping this business debt free. The next port of call, now the infrastructure is in place, is to add to their brilliant team who boast resumes from the likes of, Unilever, Coca Cola, Brakes, & AB World Foods. They are a great bunch who enjoy the thrill of the commercial chase, growing sustainable & robust businesses and empowering people to really deliver best in class consumer products. As a result of all of this great stuff, we are hiring a top notch new, Grocery Retail National Account Manager. The Role: National Account Manager – Grocery. This is an all-encompassing role in this dynamic and multi branded business. We require a National Account Manager to come in and continue to drive the Grocery channel with key partnership customer across branded product and Own Label. The growth will come from increasing distribution through the current product portfolio and 2 new brand acquisitions as well as significant NPD in OL. They already have the relationships in place, so this is about delivery. You must have food or beverage experience with a strong understanding of Grocery, High Street or Discount/Value Retail. You will full responsibility for the growth of your customers and a keen eye for growth. About You: To be successful we need a passionate team player who exudes positivity and a can-do attitude. This is a business focused on strong values and sustained growth so the focus on doing the right thing is a must. You will already have a strong background in large, branded consumer business and have experienced multiple rotations within the Grocery, High Street or Discount/Value Retail sector. Food or consumer brand experience is essential here own label would also be welcome. This is a business of foodies who have some of the most fantastic products in their categories sold to Tesco and Michelin starred restaurants. Category data and insight led working is key to continuing the customer success story they have here too and remember this is not a big business it’s more like a start up in nature, agility, speed and being able to don more than one hat is key here. What you need to bring: • Experience in a sales or retail buying roles., • National Key Account experience in a branded or own label FMCG business., • Experience of food is ideal., • Grocery, High Street or Discount/Value Retail customer experience is essential., • Positive team player., • Strong relationship skills, both internally and externally to entice people., • SME mindset - don multiple hats. Most importantly, this is about your style, this is a business that puts the customer, and its employees front and centre of everything they do. We need team players who want to have fun and genuinely enjoy what you do. If you want a food focused, family owned, genuinely nice bunch of people with a cracking brand portfolio then apply via Linked In or email me on

Upshop is the market leader in Total Store Operations solutions for the Grocery and C-Store markets. We offer an AI-powered, SaaS platform connecting Fresh, Center, eCommerce, and DSD department operations to deliver a simplified, smarter, more connected store experience. Customers running Upshop realize significant improvements in sales, shrink, food safety and sustainability across the entire store. 450+ retail chain accounts trust our software in over 55k+ stores, 35 countries, and 3 continents. Overview of the role At Upshop, the Business Development Representative (BDR) is a key member of the Demand Generation team. The BDR’s mission is to identify, qualify, and develop new business opportunities through Sales Qualified Leads (SQLs) that expand our Upshop 360 platform across grocery, convenience retail (C-store), and other emerging verticals. This role blends analytical skills with strategic outreach, including deep market and Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) research. You’ll turn data into intent, intent into conversation, and conversation into qualified opportunities. Working alongside Product Marketing, Sales, and fellow Demand Gen peers –specialists in ABM and inbound marketing –you’ll help connect campaign engagement to real pipeline. The BDR plays a critical role in communicating Upshop’s unique market advantages — our unfair edge in AI-driven Total Store Operations. Success in this role requires a clear understanding of how Upshop differentiates itself through innovation, scalability, and measurable customer outcomes. BDRs must be able to confidently articulate these differentiators in every outreach and conversation. This position fits a curious, detail-driven professional who thrives on data, precision, and measurable results. You’ll analyze signals across digital channels, craft targeted outreach, and refine your approach based on performance insights. This is a remote position based in Europe, depending on the best fit, and reports to the Director of Demand Generation. Candidate must be eligible to work in Europe. Responsibilities Prospecting and Lead Development • Identify and qualify new opportunities through data analysis, inbound engagement, and account-based insights., • Conduct structured market and ICP research to identify high-potential accounts in targeting industries –especially convenience (C-Store)., • Use intent data, engagement metrics, and CRM analytics to prioritize and target accounts most likely to convert., • Execute personalized outreach through digital channels and LinkedIn to generate interest and convert leads., • Demonstrate a strong grasp of Upshop’s competitive differentiators (“unfair advantages”) to effectively position the value proposition and overcome objections in early prospect conversations., • Conduct outreach to invite and confirm attendance of qualified prospects for Upshop events, webinars, and field activations., • Maintain a refined and active target list, updating based on performance and market feedback. Qualification and Handoff • Assess prospect pain points, business challenges, and alignment with Upshop’s solutions., • Convert inbound and campaign-driven leads into sales-ready opportunities., • Schedule qualified discovery calls or demos for Account Executives with full context and notes., • Ensure accurate activity tracking and opportunity management in Salesforce and HubSpot. Collaboration and Alignment • Partner with Product Marketing, Sales, and fellow Demand Gen team members to align messaging, targeting, and campaign execution., • Share lead quality insights and conversion data to improve targeting and content., • Contribute to persona refinement and segmentation based on real-world prospect data., • Support event-based campaigns through data analysis, outreach coordination, and follow-up strategies. Activity and Goal Management • Consistently meet or exceed weekly activity goals across outreach channels — including emails, phone calls, and LinkedIn engagements., • Maintain detailed, accurate records of all outreach and engagement activities in Salesforce and HubSpot., • Track weekly metrics to ensure alignment with performance benchmarks., • Demonstrate steady, upward trends month-over-month in key indicators such as engagement rates, qualified leads (MQLs), and Sales Qualified Leads (SQLs). Analytics and Reporting • Track activity, conversion rates, and SQL generation against KPIs and benchmarks., • Analyze engagement data and recommend actions for improving pipeline performance., • Collaborate with Revenue Operations to maintain visibility into lead flow and campaign attribution., • Report on weekly activity and conversion performance, highlighting improvements in engagement, lead quality, and pipeline creation., • Deliver structured feedback on campaign and message effectiveness. Qualifications Required skillsets • 3–5 years of experience in B2B SaaS business development, demand generation, or lead qualification., • Proven success driving measurable SQLs through digital outreach and campaign follow-up., • Strong analytical ability to interpret data, intent, and engagement metrics., • Excellent written communication skills for precise, professional digital outreach., • Proven ability to manage and document weekly outreach activities and to show measurable growth in engagement and conversion performance., • Deep understanding of Upshop’s product differentiators and ability to communicate their value clearly in prospect interactions., • Proficiency with Salesforce, HubSpot, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and intent data platforms., • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple initiatives simultaneously. Preferred Qualifications • Experience in retail technology, grocery, convenience, or food & beverage industries., • Familiarity with account-based marketing, inbound campaigns, and event-driven outreach., • Understanding of store operations, inventory, or supply chain workflows., • Ability to interpret and communicate complex data insights simply and effectively. Benefits/Perks • Remote Opportunity (based on UK, Spain, or Italy), • Competitive salary, • Private benefit supplement, • Attractive paid time off policy, • Career growth and development opportunities

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer 4on 4off – Rotating Days & Nights We’re recruiting a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join an ambitious and rapidly scaling food production business that has seen exceptional growth in recent years. This is a hands-on engineering role where your skills will directly support production reliability and operational performance across a state-of-the-art facility. The Role: As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring plant equipment and systems run safely, smoothly, and reliably in a high-volume manufacturing environment. You’ll be part of a maintenance team that keeps production uptime high and supports continuous improvement in operational performance. What you’ll be doing: • Reactive & Planned Maintenance: Resolve breakdowns and deliver planned maintenance across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and control systems., • Diagnostics & Repairs: Fault-find and repair production machinery and supporting equipment., • Preventive Maintenance: Implement and improve preventative schedules to maximise equipment reliability., • Continuous Improvement Support: Contribute ideas and practical solutions to reduce downtime and improve performance. Experience you’ll need: • Engineering experience - Mechanical or Electrical as training will be provided, • Confident in fault diagnosis and problem solving across a range of plant systems., • Practical, results-focused approach to maintaining production-critical assets., • Has experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment (doesn’t have to be Food or FMCG) Why this business? This manufacturer has experienced remarkable growth in nationwide distribution, with products now stocked in over 4,000 stores across the UK and value sales more than doubling in the past year. The business has invested heavily in a new custom-built production site, doubling capacity and creating more jobs as part of a strategy to meet soaring consumer demand for high-quality products. Alongside volume growth, the company continues to innovate. Expanding its product range into protein-enriched lines and new formats, while maintaining a strong focus on traditional quality and natural ingredients. This is an exciting time to join a business that is scaling fast, investing in people, and shaping the future of premium production.

Export Sales Manager Salary c£70,000 + bonus + benefits, flexible UK location Job ref FRL980 The Company A privately owned business our client provides premium end-of-line packaging and processing machinery solutions to the food and healthcare sectors. Working in partnership with some of the world’s leading blue-chip companies, the business has established a strong reputation for engineering leadership, quality, efficiency and innovation. During its 50-year history the business has developed a successful international footprint working with both a trusted agent network and directly with customers. As part of its future group growth strategy it is now looking to extend its influence and share in international markets. Reporting to the Sales Director, the Export Sales Manager will lead the development of the company’s export strategy. You will work to develop existing customer business as well as proactively identifying new international opportunities for the group. Bringing international market insight to the sales team, you will ensure the business is aware of changing market and competitor dynamics to enable more accurate and effective future business planning. Responsibilities • Lead the development and implementation of the company’s export sales strategy., • Establish strong working partnerships and dialogue with the existing international customer base and international agent network., • Lead business development activities in defined international territories to unlock incremental growth., • Develop close working relationships with colleagues across the group to ensure agreed international opportunities are actioned., • Act as a brand ambassador for the business across export territories., • Build an up-to-date suite of export market intelligence to support accurate in-market activation and further business planning., • Work closely with internal colleagues across the company to ensure customer accounts are being proactively managed including identifying and addressing opportunities to improve, leading with an international lens., • Act as a company ambassador, internally and externally, consistently living and breathing the culture and values. Requirements • Proven experience in selling capital equipment (previous packaging industry experience where possible)., • Passionate about building long term customer relationships with both existing customers and new business opportunities., • Driven by achieving commercial success and proactively seeking out new opportunities to fuel additional growth., • Committed to building successful working relationships with colleagues across the business and in partner organisations., • A demonstrable ability to prioritise and work under pressure., • Ability to travel internationally to customer sites and partner businesses as projects dictate. Please forward your application in confidence with a CV to