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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. We’re looking for a Process Development Project Manager for a role that offers strong career progression within the development discipline. Manage and oversee the NPD project processes, ensuring consistent oversight to drive compliance and all milestones are me

Job Title: Packaging Technologist Location: Wirral, Merseyside Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per year + bonus, holiday allowance, and company vehicle Shift: Monday – Friday, 09:00 – 17:00 (37.5 hours/week) Job Role of the Packaging Technologist A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a skilled Packaging Technologist to join a leading, innovative food business. This is a perfect role for anyone passionate about sustainable packaging solutions, product innovation, and working in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for supporting the development and delivery of innovative, sustainable packaging solutions, coordinating day-to-day packaging activities, validating designs through testing and factory trials, managing packaging assets, and collaborating cross-functionally with NPD, operations, technical, and supply chain teams to ensure quality, compliance, and efficiency. Sector: Food Manufacturing Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Packaging Technologist Experience in a technologist role within an FMCG or food manufacturing environment. Requirements for the Packaging Technologist Hands-on experience managing packaging development from concept through to production. Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation). Knowledge of print processes, colour management technologies, and the packaging origination process. Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Desirable Requirements for the Packaging Technologist Experience driving sustainable or recyclable packaging initiatives. Previous involvement in NPD (New Product Development) packaging projects. The Packaging Technologist will benefit from: Working for a growing, innovative, market-leading food manufacturing business. Company benefits package including bonus, holiday allowance, and company vehicle. Opportunities for career development and involvement in sustainable packaging projects. If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert

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

Alexander Steele Recruitment are working exclusively with a successful food manufacturing business. About the Role With responsibility for a number of key customers, you will be the focal point for managing these relationships on behalf of the business. You will be part of the Sales function and responsible for driving the performance of both private label products and the company’s branded portfolio within your customer base. Support will be provided by an experienced in-house team, as well as specialists from across the wider group. Key Customer Responsibilities • Manage the interface between the business and customers across Buying, NPD, Supply Chain, Finance, and Category teams, • Ensure all customer quotations meet company margin requirements and address any cost implications or sensitivities, • Identify, develop, and manage strong relationships with key accounts, • Present, promote, and sell products using clear, compelling commercial arguments to existing and prospective customers, • Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue targets and market share growth, • Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities and stay informed on industry trends, • Provide accurate sales forecasts, activity reports, and market intelligence to internal stakeholders, • Represent the business at industry events, trade shows, and customer meetings as required, • Ensure timely resolution of customer issues and concerns to maintain high levels of satisfaction Your Role Will Involve • Being an integral part of the Sales function within the company, • Developing and deploying effective sales strategies for assigned customers, • Managing key customer relationships and commercial negotiations across both private label and branded business, • Demonstrating a passionate, determined, and commercially driven mindset, balancing strategic thinking with an entrepreneurial, hands-on approach, • Analysing market and consumer data to support effective decision-making, • Influencing and engaging others, taking cross-functional teams with you, • Adapting communication and leadership style to influence a diverse stakeholder group, • Being open to constructive feedback and actively contributing to capability building, autonomy, and ownership within the team Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Food Science, or a related discipline, • Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, • Highly self-motivated with excellent organisational and time-management abilities, • Proficient in Microsoft Office and AI-enabled applications, • Willingness to travel locally and regionally as required, • Full UK driving licence

Key Responsibilities - Lead and manage the NPD process from concept through to launch - Drive front-end innovation and identify new product opportunities - Work cross-functionally with commercial, technical, operations, and marketing teams - Manage and develop a small NPD team - Collaborate with ma

Job title:NPD TechnologistLocation:Cheshire - 5 days a week on-siteSalary:£30,000 £32,000 + BenefitsWere working with a growing ambient food manufacturer based in Cheshire to recruit an NPD Technologist to join their Product Development team.

A leading UK biscuit manufacturer is looking for an intern to join their Marketing team on a 12-month contract.This role offers hands-on experience across various departments, allowing you to work on media planning, execution, and social media strategies.You'll also gain skills in consumer insights

Cranswick Gourmet Bacon is looking for a talented Development Technologist to join our NPD team. Lead NPD projects from concept to launch. NPD experience (ideally with retail customers).

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:.ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar.The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products.Across

Responsibilities include defining growth strategies, leading cross-EMEA teams, and driving NPD excellence.

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.

My client, a leading and expanding Food / FMCG business based near Exeter, is seeking a talented NPD Technologist to join their close-knit technical team. Reporting directly to the Site NPD Manager, this role offers genuine career development within a company that values innovation, collaboration, a

A leading medical products provider is seeking a Senior Manager of Biocompatibility in Greater London.The role involves managing a team of specialists to deliver biological evaluations aligned with global standards.Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in biocompatibility assessments an

A leading bakery brand in South London is seeking a Senior Head Baker to oversee bakery production and lead a team of bakers.The ideal candidate should have strong artisan bread baking experience and proven leadership in a bakery production environment.This role offers a salary of up to £50,000 wit

A market-leading manufacturing company in North East England seeks a Life Cycle Engineer to support existing product maintenance and new product development.Candidates should have a degree in design/engineering and at least two years of experience in a production environment.Proficiency in Solidwork

A leading automotive inspection service provider is seeking a driven NPD Quality Engineer to join their team in Solihull.

You’ve got NPD experience in a food manufacturing or supply role – maybe as an NPD Technologist or Product Developer. Assistant NPD Manager – Own the Development Journey from Concept to Launch. They’re looking for a driven, energetic, and commercially astute NPD Manager to join a high-perfor

Norton Motorcycles is looking for a Quality Engineer - NPD on a temporary contract for three months to support the development and execution of the NPD Quality deliverables in a rapidly developing environment. Support the Quality Manager - NPD in defining, developing and executing the Quality delive

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

We7re working exclusively with for an innovative food group that is looking for a commercially minded Senior NPD Technologist to help drive the development of innovative food products from concept to launch.

Candidates should have at least 3 years of NPD experience and a degree in food science.

A specialist product development company is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for leading product development and improving precision electro-mechanical instruments.You'll be involved in all phases from concept generation to production.The ideal candidate has a Mechanical Engineering degree and e

A leading spirits subscription service in the UK is seeking a Product Development Manager for a 1-year maternity cover.This role involves managing the development of new products, particularly the Spirits of the Month, and ensuring that projects meet production timelines and comply with high-quality

You will be responsible for supporting NPD, ensuring compliance with food laws, and managing product specifications. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 years of NPD experience in the food industry and a degree in food science.

A high-growth FMCG brand in Essex is seeking a passionate NPD Manager to lead the technical pipeline for new products.

Support the Quality Manager - NPD in defining, developing and executing the Quality deliverables as part of the NPD process. Ensure that product inspection standards are delivered in line with timings set out in the NPD process. Support the high performance framework and wider business objectives by

A global consumer goods company in the UK is looking for a Trade Marketing Manager.This role involves developing the channel strategy to enhance product placement and drive growth across sales channels.The ideal candidate should possess a degree and have experience in trade marketing and FMCG, along

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 coffee chain in the UK is seeking an experienced New Product Development Manager to innovate and enhance its food and drink offerings.Responsibilities include overseeing the full product lifecycle, conducting market research, and producing trend reports.The ideal candidate will possess a B

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Graduate Packaging Technologist in Cambridgeshire.This role involves creating packaging specifications, arranging testing, and collaborating with external contacts.The position is a 12-month fixed-term contract with a starting salary of £17,425, increasing

The NPD Floristry Designer plays a key role in the delivery of New Product Development (NPD) and Existing Product Development (EPD) projects. The NPD Floristry Designer will take responsibly for a portfolio of development customers focusing on NPD account management and manufacturable design. The NP

A leading food manufacturer in the UK is looking for a Product Development Technologist responsible for validating product developments and preparing documentation for seamless product launches.The role includes inputting recipes, managing documentation for new products, and conducting tests to ensu

A leading global snacks company is seeking a Commercial Operations role to ensure category initiatives are effectively planned and implemented.This position requires over 10 years of commercial experience, particularly in sales across all UK channels.Key deliverables include managing P&L, developing

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 recruitment agency in packaging is seeking a Senior Structural Carton Packaging Designer.The role involves working with high-profile brands to create innovative packaging solutions, requiring strong Artios CAD skills and a creative approach.Candidates should have relevant experience in car

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 biscuit manufacturer in the UK is seeking an intern for a 12-month marketing contract.You will support media plans, execute social media strategies, and analyze consumer trends as part of a dynamic team.This position provides invaluable experience and mentorship in a fast-paced environment

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

A leading retail company in Greater London is searching for a Senior Buyer to enhance product offerings and strategize for market success.The ideal candidate possesses extensive buying experience and superb negotiation skills, adept at managing supplier relations.Responsibilities encompass product n

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Process Technologist to optimize manufacturing processes in Cumbria.This role involves leading new product integrations, managing existing product developments, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.Ideal candidates will possess strong experienc

A leading houseware brand is seeking a National Account Manager to manage key customer relationships for profitable growth.The successful candidate will have established sales experience, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and a proven track record in business development.The role inclu

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a forward-thinking company as a Design Engineer.This role offers the chance to manage projects from initial concept to production, working within a highly regarded team.You will play a key role in New Product Development and have the autonomy to influence t

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Packaging & Process Technologist for a permanent position in York.The ideal candidate should have significant experience in packaging, preferably in the food industry.Responsibilities include maintaining packaging specifications, supporting operational packa

A leading food business in the UK is seeking a Technologist to manage product integrity for major retailers.The successful candidate will interface directly with customers, complete technical specifications, and support product launches.This role requires a degree in a food-related field, experience

A family-owned pharmaceutical company seeks a Packaging Technologist to develop quality packaging solutions for their products.The role requires at least two years of FMCG experience, preferably with toiletries.Responsibilities include maintaining packaging specifications, providing technical suppor

Support delivery of high‑volume NPD pipelines across EMEA. Background in process, NPD, or technical roles. Clear opportunity to progress into senior technical or NPD roles.

A leading technology company in the United Kingdom is looking for a motivated New Product Development (NPD) Manager to lead the design and development of innovative products.