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Production Manager – Professional Growing Media Westland is seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Production Manager to join our Ellesmere Port site and take full ownership of professional growing media production. This is a site senior, operationally critical role, responsible for ensuring that every unit of Sinclair Professional growing media is manufactured to the highest technical and quality standards. You will act as the site champion for Westland’s Sinclair Professional Brand, ensuring that production processes, raw materials, and finished products meet the highest technical standards across the professional product range. Key Responsibilities • Manage and oversee all production processes for professional growing media, • Provide technical support for Sinclair Professional products, including troubleshooting, customer feedback, and failure analysis., • Liaise with commercial, technical, and customer service teams to inform product improvements, NPD, and operational development., • Oversee the production of raw materials and work-in-progress to meet production mix requirements., • Drive continuous improvement initiatives., • Plan and manage staffing, productivity, and line efficiency to meet daily production targets and minimise waste., • Maintain production areas to GMP and H&S standards, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and operational excellence., • Build and maintain strong relationships with professional growers and area managers to support technical and development queries., • Participate in R&D activities, including grower trials and operational NPD support., • Report trends, KPIs, and production performance to site management and senior stakeholders. Desired Skills & Experience • Proven experience in production management, ideally within horticulture or agriculture environment., • Hands-on experience with growing media products in a production environments, • Strong technical expertise with the ability to interpret, analyse, and present production data., • Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and ERP systems, with experience in KPI reporting and trend analysis. Why Join Westland? This is an exciting opportunity to lead the production of a premium professional growing media range within a market-leading company. If you are a hands-on, technically strong production manager with a passion for horticulture and operational excellence, we want to hear from you!

Process Development Project Manager Food Manufacturing | Cross-Functional NPD Role £60k Cheshire We're looking for a Process Development Project Manager for a role that offers strong career progression within the development discipline. You'll already understand the product development journey - from early creative concepts and factory trials through to spotting the finished product on the shelf. You'll also appreciate what happens behind the scenes, and how vital it is to manage each launch as a individual project with accuracy, measurement and communication across the business. What you'll do Manage and oversee the NPD project processes, ensuring consistent oversight to drive compliance and all milestones are met. Coordinate technical, development, operations and commercial teams to keep projects aligned. Build and track project plans, managing timelines, risks and acting on any deals or issues. Maintain a clear and accurate overview of all active NPD projects. Run key project meetings, capturing actions and driving improvements. Communicate project updates and risks confidently to senior stakeholders. Support post-launch reviews and continuous improvement within process development. What you'll bring Experience in food manufacturing, ideally with chilled or multi-component products. Strong understanding of process and product development within a technical/manufacturing environment. Significant experience in process development with an understanding of critical paths and demanding launch programmes. Proven project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple projects. Strong organisation, attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Confident communication skills with the ability to influence - essential for this role. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working across teams and wants to move away from people management into project-focused work across multiple sites and contact points. For more information, contact Sarah at Novus

National Account Manager - Hybrid £60 - 65k plus car allowance This Account Manager role will be ideal for a candidate who is used to the demands and dynamics of managing a major UK food retail account. The roles requires energy, along with a combination of commercial ability and broader market and business awareness. The food industry is demanding in itself, so the client is looking for a strong commercial candidate to maintain, develop, and manage key customers. This role requires an experienced individual to take ownership of a key national account and accelerate growth within this strategically important channel. It offers significant autonomy, full commercial responsibility, and the opportunity to make a direct impact in a dynamic, ambitious business. The Role Lead the commercial agenda for a major national account Full P&L responsibility Deliver sales, margin, and growth targets Build strong relationships with customer buying teams Lead annual planning, reviews, and commercial negotiations Secure new listings and drive distribution gains Manage pricing, promotions, and joint business discussions Work cross‑functionally with NPD, supply chain, operations, and marketing Monitor performance and act quickly on risks and opportunities Track performance, analyse risks and opportunities, and act quickly to course-correct Your Background Should Include A successful, measurable commercial background in the food or FMCG sector Proven experience managing major retail or key account relationships Strong commercial achievement record with evidence of delivering growth Strong commercial judgement: pricing, margin management, negotiation Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities Highly analytical and confident using data to inform decisions Organised, detail-focused, and able to manage competing priorities If you are proactive, commercially curious, and enjoy a 'one team' culture, this will be an attractive commercial role. Energy, pace, and a clear, decisive communication style are all attributes that will be ideal both for the job and team fit. What's in It for You? A high‑profile role with real accountability and influence. You'll work with experienced colleagues across Development, Operations, Marketing and Supply Chain, contributing directly to business performance and category growth. For more information, contact Sarah at Novus. We are recruiting across multiple commercial roles, so if this one isn't quite right, we may still have something that fits your experience

Senior Product Development Manager Location: South London Reporting into: Business Development Director Salary: £60-65k// 4 days on site, 1 day WFH Are you obsessed with creating game-changing food products? Love the buzz of innovation and the pace of the food-to-go world? This is your cha

NPD Manager - Food Innovation | South West England Are you a passionate foodie with a flair for innovation? Do you thrive at the front end of product development, turning great ideas into exciting new products? We're partnering with a well-established and growing food business in the South West

NPD Manager – Food Innovation | South West England. As NPD Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping the company’s innovation pipeline. Lead and manage the NPD process from concept through to launch.

A dynamic food business in Greater London is seeking a Senior Brand Manager to lead the growth of their top brand. Successful candidates will possess experience at Senior Brand Manager level in a branded food or beverage environment.

A well-established ambient food manufacturer is seeking an experienced NPD Manager to lead product development from concept to launch.

A leading food company is seeking a Brand Manager to join their UK Marketing Team.

A global consumer goods company in the UK is looking for a Trade Marketing Manager.

A leading nutritional healthcare firm in North West London seeks a Product Development Manager to oversee product innovation and coordinate market delivery.

NPD Manager - Food Innovation | South West England. Are you a passionate foodie with a flair for innovation? Do you thrive at the front end of product development, turning great ideas into exciting new products? We're partnering with a well-established and growing food business in the South West of

A leading food manufacturer is seeking an R&D Manager for their York Factory.

NPD or product development, ideally in beauty, toiletries, or gifting.

A dynamic food & drinks business in Central London is seeking a Senior Brand Manager to lead brand strategy and integrated campaigns.

A leading food innovation firm in South West England is seeking an experienced NPD Manager to lead product development from concept to launch.

A leading contract manufacturer in the East Midlands seeks an ambitious Technical Manager, ideally with a background in COMAH, chemical manufacturing, and quality control.

A prominent Asian-inspired food brand in the UK is seeking a Category Technical Manager to oversee food safety and quality assurance.

They’re looking for a driven, energetic, and commercially astute NPD Manager to join a high-performing team that delivers real innovation – not just product tweaks, but true concept-to-launch development. You’ve got NPD experience in a food manufacturing or supply role – maybe as an NPD Tech

A leading spirits subscription service in the UK is seeking a Product Development Manager for a 1-year maternity cover.

A leading company in food and beverage is seeking a Business Manager - NPD, Quality & Technical to lead technical projects from inception to delivery.

A leading recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is offering an Associate Director position focused on NPD and Innovation for a 4-month contract.

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced NPD Manager to drive the development of new products in a dynamic environment.

TRIP is scaling fast across the UK, US and beyond — and we’re looking for an exceptional NPD Manager to help build the future of drinks and supplements. Lead end-to-end NPD across drinks and supplements. NPD experience in drinks or supplements.

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced NPD Manager to join their team.

A global food business is seeking an Assistant NPD Manager to drive the development journey from concept to launch. The ideal candidate will have NPD experience, a relevant food degree, and strong communication skills.

A leading houseware brand is seeking a National Account Manager to manage key customer relationships for profitable growth.

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced NPD Manager for a food business in London.

A wellness beverage company in Greater London is seeking an experienced NPD Manager to lead the development of innovative drinks and supplements. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of NPD experience, deep formulation knowledge, and a track record of scaling products from concept to launch.

A leading coffee chain in the UK is seeking an experienced New Product Development Manager to innovate and enhance its food and drink offerings.

A global fragrance company based in London seeks a passionate Brand Management professional to support innovative fragrance projects.The role requires excellent organisational and communication skills, a detail-oriented mindset, and the ability to adapt to a dynamic environment.Candidates should hav

A leading food business in South West England is seeking an experienced NPD Manager to shape its innovation pipeline. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in NPD, strong front-end innovation skills, and a genuine passion for food.

A leading fragrance company in Greater London is seeking an experienced NPD/Product Development individual to manage projects from concept to production.

A leading recruitment agency for packaging roles is seeking a Packaging Manager for a premium drinks supplier.

A well-established creator of health and wellness products is seeking an NPD Manager to lead innovative product development and launches. The role requires over 5 years of NPD experience, excellent project management skills, and a creative approach to product design.

A leading spirits subscription service in the UK is seeking a Product Development Manager for a maternity cover role.

An exciting opportunity exists within our Technical Services team for a Project Delivery Manager to lead New Product Development (NPD) and Existing Product Development (EPD) projects across Beauty & General Merchandise (GM) categories. The Project Delivery Manager is responsible for delivering key p

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established food manufacturer based in Hampshire who are looking to appoint an NPD Manager to join their growing development team. As NPD Manager, you will lead the development of innovative bakery products from concept through to successful launch, working cros

The NPD Project Manager will coordinate, manage, and deliver NPD projects, ensuring Stage-Gate processes are followed, departmental alignment is maintained, and projects are delivered on time, in full, and to specification. Support the Head of NPD in ensuring compliance with Stage-Gate, project mana

Manage NPD projects from concept to launch, ensuring customer satisfaction and market share growth.

Project Manager to work on a large Cladding & Externals scheme in Liverpool. A specialist Contractor delivering Cladding, Façades, Fire Protection and External Envelope projects is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a major refurbishment scheme in Liverpool.

You'll be working alongside Care Home General Managers and Care Home Deputy General Managers to develop and implement action plans that make sure our resident's needs are met. Take on General Manager responsibilities and become a CQC Registered Manager if needed. We are currently seeking a Care Home

Project Manager – Estates & Capital (6-Month Contract), Starting in March, Cambridgeshire, Up to £43. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join a busy NHS organisation in Cambridgeshire on a 6-month contract. We're looking for a proactive, organised, and solution-focused Project Manag

Job IntroductionMachine Operative - DaysHourly rate £12.Shift Pattern7 Day Fortnight - 7 days in every 14 days with every other weekend offWeek 1: Sun 7.Week 2: Mon, Tues, Fri & Sat - 07.About the roleAs a member of the team, you are responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining produc

Permanent job – Project Manager – MOD projects, facilities management. For an experienced Project Manager to join the team at RAF Cranwell on a permanent basis. The RoleWe are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the safe, compliant and commercially effective delivery of Billable Works