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About Helapet Ltd: Helapet stands as a leading UK manufacturer and distributor of medical and cleanroom consumables. Our range of sterile and non-sterile products are used to support healthcare provision and aseptic production within hospitals, pharmaceutical manufacturing, laboratories, and veterinary practice. We are the part of Clinimed Holdings Limited, a group of companies established in 1982 through the acquisition and formation of various entities within the group. Job Summary: We are looking for a driven Product Manager to lead the strategy, development, and lifecycle management of a specialist product portfolio, including Aseptic Compounding, Oncology, Enteral Feeding, and In-Line Disc Filters. You will act as the voice of the customer, turning clinical needs and market insights into product solutions and marketing strategies that support growth and meet regulatory standards. The role involves close collaboration with healthcare professionals, distributors, and internal teams such as Sales, NPD, and Leadership. Based at Helapet’s Head Office in Houghton Regis, the role requires regular field visits (approx. two days per week) to engage with customers and key stakeholders. Benefits: • Company Car/Car Allowance, • Contributory Pension Scheme (5% employer contribution, increasing to 10% with length of service), • Medical Cash Back Plan (Simply Health), • Life Assurance (4 x Annual Gross), • Annual Performance Bonus, • Annual Pay Review, • Cycle to Work Scheme, • Employee Referral Scheme, • Discounts on Selected Products and Services, • Employee Assistance Programme – Health, • 25 annual holiday days, plus 8 bank holidays and one company day, • Additional Holiday purchase scheme (purchase up to an additional 3-days per holiday year) Job Responsibilities: • Lead the development and execution of product strategies aligned with overall company objectives., • Define and monitor clear Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in collaboration with the Sales & Marketing team to drive sales growth., • Champion a data-driven approach, using analytics, user feedback, and market insights to shape the product roadmap., • Identify and implement tactical initiatives to achieve business goals., • Influence and align internal stakeholders with product and marketing strategies., • Manage the full product lifecycle from concept to launch, including post-market support and surveillance., • Develop and execute promotional campaigns across the full marketing mix for Helapet’s product and service portfolio., • Measure and report on campaign effectiveness, demonstrating ROI and providing evidence-based feedback to stakeholders., • Identify and act on market opportunities and competitive threats., • Recognise gaps in existing products or services and proactively source or recommend solutions., • Build and maintain strong relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) across relevant markets., • Generate and validate new product ideas through customer interactions, industry events, and collaboration with the Sales team., • Establish a Helapet KOL panel and organise Advisory Boards to inform product development and campaign strategies., • Lead or support New Product Development (NPD) projects through the stage-gate process., • Plan, promote, and manage the launch of new products., • Organise and attend all UK-based exhibitions, promoting current products and identifying new market opportunities., • Conduct customer interviews to validate new opportunities., • Work with NPD to maintain a product pipeline aligned with strategic goals and customer needs., • Oversee Post-Market Surveillance and work closely with Quality and Regulatory teams to ensure ongoing compliance., • Bring a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset, using data and insights to support new ideas and process improvements. Personal Specifications: Essential: • Degree-level education in Life Sciences or Healthcare, • Proven experience in Sales and/or Marketing of Medical Devices., • Strong background in Product Management, including full lifecycle involvement from concept through to commercial launch., • Demonstrated success in building and maintaining product roadmaps aligned with strategic objectives., • Track record of successful product launches and consistent high performance., • Experience conducting market research, competitor analysis, and developing business cases for new medical devices., • Regular engagement with clinical teams, internal sales teams, and end users to inform product direction., • Direct customer interaction, including one-on-one meetings with clinicians, to gather insights and feedback., • Experience collaborating with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and healthcare professionals to shape product strategy and execution Desirable: • Professional qualification from the Chartered Institute of Marketing., • Specific experience in Aseptic Compounding or Oncology is highly beneficial., • Experience working closely with KOLs in the Aseptic or Oncology space., • Proven success in managing medical device products from initial concept through to market launch.

Job Title: Head of Sales – Industrial Division Location: Field-Based, United Kingdom Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits About the Role We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Sales to lead the UK sales function for our industrial and spare parts division, part of a well-established European group specialising in commercial and industrial door solutions. This is a senior leadership role that will shape and drive the national sales strategy, deliver revenue and profit growth, and build strong long-term partnerships across the construction and industrial sectors. You’ll work closely with both UK and European sales leaders, as well as cross-functional teams, to ensure alignment of goals, effective resource sharing, and excellent customer outcomes. Key Responsibilities • Develop and implement a comprehensive UK sales strategy for the industrial division, • Drive business growth by identifying new opportunities with end clients, specifiers, contractors, and trade partners, • Build and manage a high-performing sales team focused on pipeline development and margin improvement, • Lead pricing, negotiation, and value-based selling to drive profitability, • Collaborate across UK and European business units to align on strategy, leverage cross-selling, and share market intelligence, • Ensure accurate sales forecasting, CRM usage, and performance reporting, • Strengthen customer relationships through site visits, project support, and exceptional service delivery, • Represent the business at industry events, exhibitions, and trade shows Key Requirements Essential: • Proven senior sales leadership experience in the industrial door sector or a related building products industry, • Strong track record of delivering revenue growth and managing strategic customer relationships, • Deep knowledge of UK construction markets, sales cycles, and project-based selling, • Excellent leadership and team development skills, • Strong commercial acumen and data-driven decision-making, • Proficient in using CRM tools and leading adoption across teams, • Experience within a European or multinational organisation, • Existing network of industry contacts in the UK construction or industrial doors market What’s on Offer • Competitive base salary, • Performance-related bonus, • Company car or car allowance, • Pension & benefits package, • Opportunity to lead national strategy within a growing and well-resourced business, • Autonomy, visibility, and the chance to make a real impact in a dynamic and supportive environment Additional Information: The successful candidate must have previous experience working in the Industrial Door sector.

National Account Executive 📍 Dunstable Company Are you looking to kickstart your career in sales with one of the UK’s leading food manufacturers? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-growing business that supplies some of the nation’s favourite products to retailers, wholesalers, and foodservice customers across the UK and beyond. With a proud heritage in bakery and a track record of innovation and growth, this business has gone from a small family operation to an international success story. Recent years have seen major investment in state-of-the-art facilities and the launch of a hugely popular consumer brand — and now, they’re looking for an ambitious National Account Executive to join their expanding commercial team. About the Role As a National Account Executive, you’ll play a key role in supporting the commercial strategy, managing smaller customer accounts, helping to deliver sales growth, and working alongside experienced National Account Managers. You’ll gain hands-on exposure to customer relationships, category insights, and the commercial levers that drive growth in a fast-paced FMCG environment. Your key responsibilities will include: • Supporting account management across Retail, Wholesale, and Foodservice channels., • Assisting in the development of customer presentations and sales materials., • Tracking sales performance, analysing data, and contributing to forecasts., • Working closely with cross-functional teams (marketing, category, supply chain) to deliver customer plans., • Identifying opportunities for growth and supporting new business initiatives. About You We’re looking for a confident, proactive individual who’s eager to learn and grow within a thriving FMCG business. You’ll bring: • A degree and some commercial or client-facing experience (placements welcome)., • Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, with attention to detail and numerical confidence., • Excellent communication and organisational abilities., • A positive, can-do attitude with the energy and ambition to develop in sales., • A collaborative mindset and the resilience to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role offers genuine career development, mentorship from senior commercial leaders, and the chance to progress in a business that’s continuing to expand both in the UK and internationally. If you’re passionate about food and ready to build a career in account management, we’d love to hear from you. Salary: £30,000 + benefits Location: Head office based Dunstable For more information, please contact Aidan Goodall at FMCG Selection on 01943 667280 or