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Are you looking for new challenges within Coca-Cola Europacific Partners? Do you have a personality with the power to influence and connect? Can you sustain the pace to keep on growing? Will you make an impact with your desire to win? National and Key Accounts Manager, Grocery Location - Homebased Contract: Permanent Please note: This role is home based but will require travel to the CCEP head office in Uxbridge and to the customer/s. What you become a part of You will be responsible for part of the Coca Cola Europacific Partners portfolio and management of accounts in the Grocery environment, focussed on the CCEP product portfolio reporting into the Senior Manager. You will be accountable for constructing and implementing a national and regional strategy that will ensure account growth aligned to the wider channel plan. What to expect The role covers the development of a collaborative business plan with customers, the construction and negotiation of commercial terms, the creation & delivery of new business proposals and renegotiation of existing contracts. You will control expenditure and the implementation of an effective promotional plan, have P&L accountability, manage the introduction of NPD and play a key role in the JBP. It will be your responsibility to maximise return on investment through all customer linked expenditure. You will liaise closely with your internal stakeholders to lead and deliver the annual business plan. What we expect of you Ideally you will have strong knowledge and experience within the Grocery environment. Previous commercial and customer management experience is essential, to enable you to build strong customer relationships quickly which will facilitate the delivery of the Joint Business Plan.To be successful you need to demonstrate:Excellent communication skillsBe forward thinkingWork on your own initiative to shape the accountHave a drive for achievementBe results orientated and have high levels of commercial awarenessYou will have strong analytical skillsBe a confident presenter and self- motivated to succeed The closing date for applications is 06/04/26. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure you are considered for this role, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We are Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) – a dedicated team of 42,000 people, serving customers in 31 countries, who work together to make, move and sell some of the world’s most loved drinks. We are a global business and one of the leading consumer goods companies in the world. We help our 2.1 million customers grow, and we are constantly investing in exciting new products, innovative technologies and fresh ideas. This helps us to delight the 600 million people who enjoy our drinks every day. From gender, age and ethnicity to sexual orientation and different abilities, we welcome people from all walks of life and empower unique perspectives. We recognise we’ve got some way to go, but we’ll get there with the support of our people. It’s them who drive our future growth. To find out more about what it’s like to work at and our culture we would welcome you to speak to one of our employees on our live chat platform, just click here to ___ We recognise some people prefer not to participate in alcohol related sales, interactions, or promotions. If that’s true for you – please raise this with your talent acquisition contact who will advise you on whether this role includes activities related to our alcohol portfolio.

Established in 1997 as the first manufacturer of sushi for the UK supermarket industry, Taiko has evolved into the most innovative manufacturer of Sushi, Food To Go, Prepared Meals and Snacking products in the UK, supplying Waitrose, Tesco and Sainsbury’s to name a few. Over the past 25 years Taiko has launched more first to market Sushi and Food to Go products than any other sushi manufacturer in the UK. • Hand on attitude required, • Good command of English, both verbal and written, • Good attention to detail, • Able to approach work in a proactive and methodical way, • Strong organisational skills, • Good understanding of Excel and Word, • Able to work flexibly from time to time to ensure business needs are met, • Min. 1-2 years experience working in a food manufacturing environment within NPD or Process Development or equivalent experience within sushi / salad manufacturing, • Experience using Point 74 and VQMS platforms is desirable, • Carry out NPD factory and transport trials to test new concepts and ideas prior customer presentation; trial data collection and trouble shooting, • Document the trial outcome in reports (machine settings, yields, target pictures, weight check data). Raise issues with NPD team, • Attend process trials and project meetings leading up to new product launches, • Organise and document organoleptic over life assessments of new raw materials and products, • Assist NPD Inspector with inspection and yield trials, • Take part in implementing new machinery into the factory, • Arrange competitor samples for benchmarking exercises when required, • Organising new ingredient tastings and new product testing, collating information and comments into documents. Preparing organoleptic reports, • Responding to issues within VQMS touch actively and working closely with VQMS system owners to resolve issues within the system, • Assist in completion of essential NPD documentation, e.g. process flows, • Checking of product related factory documents, assisting in artwork approval, • Assist in creation of new outer case boxes and label cutter guides, • ph & water activity testing of new developed products and components, • Help with the organisation, preparation and distribution of customer samples, • Organise target pictures of new signed off products, • Generate indicated product cooking instructions, • Attend weekly taste panels, • Provide general support to the NPD Manager and engage in tasks to support the wider objectives of the company We're proud to offer: • Opportunity to grow your career alongside with us with available apprentice program, • Brilliant support services designed to enhance your physical, mental and financial wellbeing., • Annual discretionary bonus subject to business and overall performance, • Discretionary Life Assurance, • Discretionary Income Protection, • Group Personal Pension, • Private Medical Cash Plan, • Bespoke reward platform including access to retail, cinema & gym discounts., • 50% off your food every time you dine with us for you and 3 friends., • Contribute towards our award-winning sustainability initiatives that delivers progress against 9 UN sustainability goals. We're committed to responsibly sourcing and all our seafood, th

Are you a commercially driven sales professional with experience in foodservice, retail, or wholesale? Want to join a dynamic, entrepreneurial FMCG business backed by the strength of a wider group? This is your chance to play a key role in the growth of a fast-paced, people-focused food company with deep roots in ethnic food markets and exciting plans for national expansion. About the Role: We’re hiring a Field Sales Manager in London (West-London), focused on driving growth across the out-of-home (OOH) sector (HORECA/Wholesalers/Distributors) and alongside independent retailers (South-Asian specific), managing a team of 2. What You'll Do: • Key focus is managing a team of 2 within the region, supporting them on their development and improve team performance., • Map out the market in these regions and build long-term partnerships with key customers, • Help shape the strategy for growing a vibrant, ever-evolving ethnic market with authenticity and insight, • Play a lead role in launching NPD under household, trusted brands, • Report to an experienced Senior Sales Leader with a strong track record in team development, • Lead from the front in a high-impact regional role that’s crucial to the business’s continued success, • Work for a business with huge market share in the ethnic food space., • Enjoy a culture of collaboration, internal progression, and bold innovation. You’ll ideally have: • Experience in people management - your role will be predominately people manager alongside some account management of a key customer., • Energy, charisma and the ability to roll up your sleeves and get down into the nitty gritty of the South-Asian market, • Experience managing customers in foodservice, wholesale, retail, or FMCG channels (OOH experience is a big plus), • Strong commercial acumen- a track record of owning and growing a P&L is a bonus!, • Experience working with a diverse range of customer groups- from regional/national wholesalers to independent retailers and end-users, • A growth mindset and an appetite for launching new products and categories, • Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills, • Strong planning and organisation abilities- you’ll be managing multiple priorities across a regional territory, • A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly across West London The Perks: • Competitive base salary + £8,500 car allowance, • 25% bonus based on several performance metrics, • Strategic ownership in a growth-focused role, • Learning, coaching, and development culture, • Support from a broader network of sales and marketing experts within a large parent group To apply directly, please send a copy of your CV to or alternatively, click 'Apply'. Whilst we will always endeavour to respond to you, due to the high levels of applications we receive, this isn’t always possible. If you are not contacted within 3 working days, unfortunately, you haven't been shortlisted for this role. Please note Signature Career Management is acting as an employment agency.

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock! Shaping Growth. Building Partnerships. Driving Innovation. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Business Development Manager to join our high‑performing Sales Team at West Auckland . Reporting directly to the Sales Director, you will play a key role in driving strategic growth across the Northeast — leading on new business development while also managing a small portfolio of important existing customers. You’ll be the face of our organisation in the region, identifying opportunities, deepening partnerships, and positioning Smurfit Westrock as the preferred development partner for our clients. We’re ideally looking for someone with experience in the corrugated packaging sector , but we are equally keen to hear from candidates with a strong track record in winning new business and managing key accounts within a fast‑paced commercial environment. About Us We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity. The Role You’ll focus on creating and converting high‑quality opportunities using a value‑based, consultative sales approach. Your goal? To deliver new business aligned to the West Auckland Sales Strategy, successfully integrate those customers into the wider business, and grow key accounts through insight, collaboration, and exceptional service. Key Responsibilities • Work closely with the Sales Director to agree and deliver the regional sales strategy., • Proactively identify, target, and win new business opportunities in line with growth objectives., • Achieve agreed sales and profitability targets for new business development., • Build strong, long‑term relationships with both new and existing key accounts., • Develop a deep understanding of each customer’s business model to identify opportunities where Smurfit Westrock can deliver measurable value., • Manage newly acquired accounts, ensuring a seamless onboarding experience and consistently high customer satisfaction., • Contribute to marketing and promotional initiatives across the West Auckland site., • Provide meaningful market insight on competitors, trends, and customer activity., • Collaborate closely with the Sales Support and NPD teams to develop tailored solutions., • Utilise CRM as an integral part of the sales process and follow our Value Selling methodology., • Ensure compliance with company procedures and all Health & Safety requirements., • Continuously seek opportunities to improve performance, processes, and ways of working. Skills, Knowledge & Experience, • Strong commercial and technical awareness, with the ability to articulate and deliver a multi‑layered sales offering., • Solid financial understanding and the ability to interpret key business drivers., • Proven commercial acumen and a customer‑centric mindset., • Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme, • Ongoing training and development opportunitity, • 24/7 confidential support for you and your family, • Flexible working options and family-friendly policies Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment. We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.

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

Interim Assistant Quality Manager Location: Southall Middlesex Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 depending on experience Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:30 Contract: 6-12 month interim placement Our client is a global producer and supplier of French style bakery products including viennoiserie such as croissants and pain au chocolat alongside bread savoury items and ptisserie. Their frozen part baked and fully baked products are supplied to foodservice professionals retailers and bakers across more than 100 countries. They are currently seeking an Interim Assistant Quality Manager to support the technical team in maintaining high food safety quality and compliance standards across the site. Key Responsibilities Health and Safety Support and promote a strong health and safety culture across the site Ensure correct PPE is worn and safety procedures are followed at all times Identify report and investigate hazards accidents or near misses Act as a role model for health and safety best practice Food Safety and Hygiene Support delivery of HACCP food safety hygiene and environmental standards Maintain and review HACCP studies PRPs and food defence systems Conduct internal audits including GMP allergen and system audits Monitor food safety KPIs and implement corrective actions where required Carry out root cause analysis for food safety incidents and non conformances Support traceability exercises and allergen risk assessments Investigate customer complaints and implement corrective actions Quality Systems and Compliance Support management of site quality management systems and accreditations Prepare for and participate in internal and external audits Log non conformances and manage corrective actions within group systems Maintain traceability of ingredients work in progress and finished products Ensure accurate documentation and positive product release through QA team Team Management and Operations Lead support coach and guide the quality team on food safety and hygiene standards Monitor team performance and support improvement initiatives Manage attendance and support staff training where required Represent the quality team at meetings and support senior leadership during audits or visits Deputise for the Technical Manager or HACCP team leader when required Communication and Reporting Communicate effectively across departments and with external stakeholders Prepare reports and present quality and food safety performance data Monitor training requirements relating to food safety and quality systems Work closely with production engineering NPD and HR teams Skills and Experience Strong understanding of bakery operations and dough processes Experience working within food manufacturing preferably within bakery production Minimum 3 years experience in a quality management or technical role Previous people management or team leadership experience Strong communication and presentation skills Good IT skills including Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint Strong understanding of health and safety and food safety systems Experience working to retailer standards and customer audit requirements Technical Knowledge and Certifications HACCP Level 3 certification Internal auditing qualification Good understanding of BRC and ISO 22000 standards Knowledge of retailer food safety standards including M&S WR and JS Experience managing allergen controls supplier assurance and traceability systems Experience conducting internal audits root cause analysis and corrective actions Education and Qualifications Essential Degree in Food Science and Technology or a related discipline Advanced food safety training such as Food Safety Level 4 and HACCP Level 3 Training in food defence food fraud allergen risk management traceability and pest management Strong understanding of BRC and retailer food safety standards Desirable Master's degree in Food Science or related field Advanced HACCP Level 4 certification This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced quality or technical professional within food manufacturing to join a global bakery business and support the continued delivery of high food safety and quality standards. If this role sounds like something you would be interested in please apply below. TPBN1_UKTJ

I am seeking a commercially minded, creative NPD Manager to lead the development and launch of innovative new products and range updates for an exciting brand.

This role sits within the Supply Chain function and plays a key part in supporting the planning and execution of the permanent display programme. As a Display Executive, you will be responsible for coordinating the administrative processes that underpin successful display delivery. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure smooth execution across new product launches (NPD) and seasonal campaigns such as Christmas, Easter, and Mother’s Day. This is a fast-paced position within the Display team, requiring strong organisation and adaptability to ensure displays are designed, produced, and delivered on time. Key Responsibilities Complete and track Supplier Briefing Sheets Review and monitor Unit Stock Load-Up Sheets Support master data management, including SKU creation ahead of first production Maintain and update the Display Product Catalogue Coordinate with suppliers (e.g., printers and co-packers) to track progress and ensure alignment Provide clear status updates to the Display Manager and stakeholders Skills & Experience Required Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and a “right first time” approach Adaptable and calm under pressure in a fast-moving environment Tech-savvy, confident working with systems (experience with tools like Informatica/SAP is beneficial but not essential) Strong communication skills, able to clearly convey updates and coordinate with internal teams and external partners

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 Project Manager - 1 year FTC.

NPD Manager – Food Innovation | South West England. As NPD Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping the company’s innovation pipeline. Manage and develop a small NPD team.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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 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.

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. Lead medium to large NPD projects through all stages of the innovation proce

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