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As Coffee Category & Commercial Manager, you will translate our strategic vision into a scalable and commercially robust made to order beverages range across our bakeries leading pricing, forecasting, market insights, category economics, and long-term planning of key levers to enable sales growth. This role is highly collaborative, ensuring that strategic supplier decisions, innovation, and operational design are shaped with the right stakeholders ensuring our made drinks proposition delivers exceptional customer experience, sustainable sales growth, and strong profitability at scale. ABOUT THE ROLE Scaling Quality with Commercial Impact GAIL’s mission is to scale quality and craft, with impact. To support business goals, this role delivers coffee and made-to-order beverage sales, customer experience, and profitability targets through strong category fundamentals and disciplined execution. • Translate coffee vision into clear, commercially viable category plans that scale across every bakery., • Balance quality, craft, operational reality, and commercial return in all category decisions, setting out clear commercial briefs that will maximise impact of each season., • Act as a custodian of category integrity, ensuring growth never compromises quality mission and customer promise while enabling cross-functional high performance. Category Commercial Ownership • Own the commercial framework for the coffee category, including pricing, range and margin., • Lead category forecasting, volume planning, and modelling, working closely with the finance, procurement and supply chain teams, • Apply deep understanding of range complexity, customer behaviour, and market trends to generate actionable commercial insights and plans., • Translate strategic objectives into executable commercial plans that bakery teams can deliver consistently., • Track and analyse category performance across sales, margin, mix, waste, and equipment utilisation., • Use market, customer, and competitor insight to shape recommendations and prioritise action., • Lead post-launch reviews and continuous optimisation, ensuring learning is embedded as the business grows., • Role model how quality-led, commercially sound decisions drive customer satisfaction and long-term sales growth., • Partner with marketing to ensure promotional opportunities and messaging are leveraged to deliver sales performance. Enabling Growth through key commercial levers and supplier relationships • Own the coffee equipment strategy as a core commercial and operational lever, in alignment with agreed strategic goals and vision., • Lead commercial and performance management of category suppliers, including bar equipment., • Define equipment standards and future roadmaps that support quality, speed of service, labour efficiency, and innovation., • Lead specialist equipment evaluations and recommendations and lead process to secure stakeholder agreement., • Build and own capex business cases, including ROI., • Partner with the Coffee Operations Manager to ensure that equipment range and bar lay-out seamlessly integrates with agreed operational flow and growth aspirations., • Partner with Procurement and Property teams to enable best quality, service and price., • Work with Coffee Product Development Manager to identify and introduce partners who can support our long term growth and innovation goals. ARE YOU THE MISSING INGREDIENT • Commercially strong and with good financial literacy, with a hands-on approach to pricing, market reviews, and performance analysis., • Highly collaborative, working seamlessly with cross-functional teams to align priorities and deliver shared goals., • Skilled at navigating governance and sign-off processes while maintaining momentum and clarity of intent., • Brings teams together to move complex projects forward without losing sight of the original vision., • Articulate and confident communicator, able to influence and inspire at all levels., • High attention to detail with the ability to zoom out to broader commercial and strategic objectives., • Strong sense of ownership and pride in delivering work to a high standard., • Excellent presentation and facilitation skills, able to land insights and recommendations clearly., • A genuine love for coffee, using it as a foundation to inspire teams and elevate standards across the business. BENEFITS BAKED IN • Free food and drink when working, • 50% off food and drink when not working, • 25 days holiday + Bank holiday, • Buying & selling holiday scheme, • long service holiday, • Pension Scheme, • Discounts and Savings from high-street retailers and restaurants, • 24 hour GP service, • Cycle to work scheme, • Development programmes for you to RISE with GAIL’s

Assistant Manager - Soho, London. Are you ready to be part of a dynamic, plant-based brand designed for today's world? We're on the lookout for a talented Assistant Manager to join the Mildreds team – an exciting, sustainable company with over 36 years of pioneering game in plant-based food.

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic, plant-based brand designed for today's world? We're on the lookout for a talented Assistant General Manager to join the Mallow team – an exciting, sustainable company with over 36 years of pioneering game in plant-based food. Assistant General Manager - Borou

Chef Manager - North London - 6 Lingard Ave, London NW9 5BG.Our food is crafted onsite by passionate people using the best ingredients and we know that a balanced, plant focused, natural, fresh and sustainable menu will increase the productivity of our customers and keep them motivated and happy whi

Shape the Future of Dairy Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better, providing people with natural, sustainable nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice they can feel good about. If you are looking to s

Shape the Future of Dairy/nArla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better, providing people with natural, sustainable nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice they can feel good about. Job Description Senio

Simple Health Kitchen – Supervisor Menager. Simple Health Kitchen desires to inspire more sustainable and healthy lifestyles by improving the high‑street food industry and therefore the perception of people about healthy eating. Introducing guilt‑free delicious dishes, which are simple, nutrit

Direct message the job poster from Duck & Waffle. Discount on food and drink for up to 6 people to use in SUSHISAMBA or Duck & Waffle restaurants. Duck & Waffle offers a playful take on traditional British cuisine with broad European influences emphasizing local, rustic, seasonal and sustainable ing

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Policy Manager to join a leading Institute to influence how quickly the UK moves towards a more sustainable food system. They work with scientists, businesses and policymakers to combat some of the world’s biggest problems, including climate change, global hun

Our client is a true market leading supplier of both branded and own label gifting products. With a rich history of crafting innovative gift collections for major accounts, ranging from grocers to high street and online retailers, they have earned a strong reputation for consistently delivering fresh and creative products aligned with lifestyle trends. The Role: This position is based at the company's Kent office, offering the potential for hybrid work arrangements in the longer term it sits within the companys sales team, supporting the SNAM on UK accounts across Grocery, High Street and Online retail, with a career path towards developing into a full NAM role. A vital role in supporting the success of the companys national account portfolio, you will also work closely with the product development team to develop innovative and exciting gifting solutions for your customers. Key responsibilities will include: Learning the end-to-end sales and account management processfrom initial brief through to product delivery. Supporting and shadowing our Senior National Account Manager across a portfolio of key national retailers (e.g., Tesco, Asda, Amazon) Identifying & understanding customer goals & range requirements to reach personal sales & margin targets. Attending client meetings, preparing, and presenting presentations, taking notes, and preparing follow-up meetings. Managing timelines/critical paths within your area of responsibility to maximise opportunity and to meet customer requirement deadlines. Collaborating with our Product Development teams to bring new gifting ranges to life. Collating accurate costs to ensure professional service and a sustainable business. Conducting competitor research to retain awareness of market trends. The Person: 13 years' experience in a commercial, sales, or FMCG-related role A natural relationship builder who is eager to learn and grow Strong organisational skills and diligence in detail Strong commercial understanding and Microsoft Excel capabilities (Experience with the SAP software system is of benefit) Numerically & commercially minded A collaborator with excellent written and verbal communication Comfortable with travel across the UK for client meetings (Driving license required) Experience in either food or non-food consumer goods is a distinct advantage Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 (DOE) basic salary + bonus Contact: Consultant: Rina Gokani Reference: RG/95947 Candidate care: By responding to this advert you consent to Cavendish Maine processing the personal data included within this application. If your application is successful we will contact you to discuss the opportunity in more detail, within 48 hours of receiving your application. Should you not hear from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please be advised that if unsuccessful for this role we may keep your details in our hold file, during which time you may be contacted for other suitable vacancies. If you do not want us to do this please call us to advise. In the meantime, we would like to thank you for your interest in Cavendish Maine. TPBN1_UKTJ

Position Title: National Account Executive Position Type: Regular - Full-Time Requisition ID: 39380 National Account Executive At McCain, we're feeding the world: from French fries to Smiles, we contribute to the important role food plays in people's lives. That's why we're dedicated to ensuring our core values-Family, Authentic, Trusted, and Quality-shine through every day. As a privately owned family company with over 60 years of experience, a presence in more than 160 countries, and a global team of 22,000 people, our values and culture are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that we can work together, along with our business and community partners, to bring sustainable growth and positive change today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. Join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain! In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy. About the role. We're looking for a commercially sharp, insight-led National Account Executive to join our high-performing team. This is not your average sales support role - we're seeking someone who's just as comfortable diving into category insights and promotional effectiveness as they are managing customer relationships and executing plans. This role is the perfect springboard for someone looking to build a career in account management, category development, or commercial strategy within FMCG. You'll work with major retail customers, supporting national account managers in delivering best-in-class execution - and you'll stand out by bringing data-led thinking and curiosity to every conversation. What you'll be doing. Support National Account Managers in the day-to-day management of key retail accounts. Own elements of customer account admin: promotional planning, pricing, forecasting, and tracking. Collaborate closely with category and insights teams to develop compelling, customer-specific stories and presentations. Evaluate the performance of promotional activity and work with the wider commercial team to optimise future plans. Translate consumer and shopper data into actionable recommendations for both internal stakeholders and retail partners. Prepare and present key business updates, sales performance reports, and category reviews. Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships across sales, marketing, supply chain, and category teams. What you'll need to be successful. 1-3 years' experience in FMCG, preferably in a commercial, sales support, or category role. Experience of the GB retail market. Strong analytical skills and a genuine interest in what drives consumer behaviour and category performance. Excellent communication and presentation skills - confident working with data and turning it into a story. Organised, proactive, and eager to learn - you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment. Degree educated or equivalent experience. Benefits of the role. Although we do encourage you to taste the goods you'll be pleased to know we don't pay you in chips. For working hard, you'll also get a great salary and some pretty good benefits including: An excellent pension where we will pay double what you do, up to a maximum of 12% of your pay Flexible holidays - where you can buy & sell up to 5 days holiday per year Optional health cash plan Cycle to work scheme 'Chips In' Volunteering Day Off - to make a positive impact to the competitiveness, resilience, and long-term development of McCain communities across the globe And of course, being part of a Global business there are great opportunities to shine/thrive should you wish to relocate in the future. We have an ambitious 5 year growth plan that presents development & progression opportunities for those who seek it out. About the team. The Retail Sales team at McCain is made up of three closely connected functions - Sales, Category, and Demand. Each customer and channel benefits from dedicated support across all three functions, with daily collaboration to share insight and drive results. We are a winning team, and we're proud to say we finished top in The Advantage Group across all categories for the 5th year running. Where will I work. Being in the office every single day is a thing of the past. Here at McCain, we champion hybrid working. This means we don't have a set expectation of exactly when you need to be in the office - however we do encourage our full-time, office-based people to connect in person with others for around half of their working time as that's the best way for us to build and maintain our connections. Our head office (Customer Experience Centre) is on the outskirts of Scarborough - 1.5 hours away from Leeds City Centre, and about an hour from York. We have lots of colleagues who travel to and from our Experience Centre (even if it is just for a good coffee!) and because hybrid really does mean hybrid at McCain, they get the opportunity to collaborate with their colleagues when they're in the office, and balance that with working from home to ensure they get a good life-work balance. About McCain. Click Here to learn more about McCain and how we provide you with opportunities to make an impact that matters. Leadership principles. At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results. The McCain experience. We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we're better together. #LI-OW1 McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions. Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with McCain's Global Privacy Policy and Global Employee Privacy Policy, as applicable. You can understand how your personal information is being handled here. Job Family: Sales Location(s): GB - United Kingdom : England : Scarborough || GB - United Kingdom : England : Hull || GB - United Kingdom : England : Kingston-upon-Hull* || GB - United Kingdom : England : Leeds* || GB - United Kingdom : England : Sheffield* || GB - United Kingdom : England : York* Company: McCain Foods (G.B.) Ltd TPBN1_UKTJ

Position Title: Assistant Development Chef Position Type: Regular - Full-Time Requisition ID: 40592 Assistant Development Chef. About McCain. At McCain, we're feeding the world: from French fries to Smiles, we contribute to the important role food plays in people's lives. That's why we're dedicated to ensuring our core values-Family, Authentic, Trusted, and Quality-shine through every day. As a privately owned family company with over 60 years of experience, a presence in more than 160 countries, and a global team of 22,000 people, our values and culture are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that we can work together, along with our business and community partners, to bring sustainable growth and positive change today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. Join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain! Why join the McCain family. Your Life - we're here to help you fulfil your potential, flourish, and thrive in work and life. Your Success - work alongside passionate individuals who are committed to supporting your career ambitions, drive, and success. Your Impact - we want you to make a meaningful, lasting impact for you, for your colleagues, and for the business. About the role. Are you passionate about food, flavour, and culinary innovation? Do you love bringing ideas to life and creating memorable dining experiences that truly resonate with customers? If you're driven by creativity and thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. We're looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Development Chef to play a key role in delivering culinary excellence to both external and internal customers. Using your in-depth culinary knowledge and genuine passion for food, you'll work closely with the Business Development Chef, as well as the Category and Sales teams, to gain a deep understanding of customer needs and market trends. You'll help translate insights into inspiring, practical, and commercially viable food solutions-showcasing how our product range can be creatively integrated to add real value. You'll also support the planning, preparation, and delivery of customer-facing presentations, tastings, and events, helping to bring concepts to life and leave a lasting impression. This is a hands-on role where innovation, collaboration, and attention to detail are key-ideal for a chef who's excited to develop their career beyond the kitchen while staying firmly connected to food. If you're ready to combine your culinary expertise with creativity, teamwork, and customer insight, we'd love to hear from you. Leadership Principles. Our principles, each with related practices, guide our actions across the organisation. Together, they address how McCain interacts with our customers and employees, and how we work as individuals and collectively to find success. While each role adheres to the Leadership Principles, individual roles may focus more on a specific principle or principles. We are customer obsessed. Customers are our starting point. By understanding their needs and leveraging data and consumer insights, we drive mutual success. We think big and plan ahead. Through ambition, curiosity, and smart risks, we can accomplish goals, refine processes, and innovate to scale success. We bring out the best in our people. We create safe spaces for our people so that trust and empowerment come naturally. Inclusion is about listening first, showing humility, and working together. We act like owners. Together, we clear obstacles and do the work that makes us all successful and proud to be part of McCain. Accountabilities. Develop a deep understanding of customer operations by conducting unit calls, market reviews, and targeted web-based research. Use these insights to inform product recommendations, serving suggestions, and continuous product improvement opportunities. Build and maintain strong relationships with customer food teams, enabling early visibility of account changes, challenges, and opportunities, and ensuring proactive, solutions-focused support. Deliver engaging product training to the sales team, clearly communicating product features and benefits to strengthen the overall customer proposition. Support onboarding through structured product inductions for new starters across the business. Champion our passion for food internally and externally, acting as a culinary ambassador for the brand. Support the Business Development Chef in the development and delivery of high-impact customer presentations for key accounts, while confidently leading and executing presentations independently for Silver accounts when required. Collaborate as part of a cross-functional team to plan and deliver trade shows, exhibitions, bespoke customer events, and ad hoc internal presentations, ensuring consistent, compelling food-led storytelling. Work closely with Marketing, Innovation, and Insights teams across categories to support the development of new products, helping to shape optimum, sector-specific product propositions grounded in real customer needs. Coordinate benchmarking activity to evaluate the performance of McCain products against key competitors, clearly documenting outcomes and learnings. Ensure results, insights, and recommendations are clearly communicated across relevant teams and actively embedded into customer-facing activity and commercial decision-making. Qualifications: Proven experience working within a culinary or product development environment, ideally in a customer-facing role where food is at the heart of the conversation. A minimum of 3-5 years' hands-on culinary experience , demonstrating strong craft skills, technical ability, and confidence working across a variety of food applications. Solid knowledge of the foodservice market, with a clear understanding of customer operations, sector demands, and evolving consumer expectations. A genuine passion for food, paired with a willingness to continuously learn, stay ahead of emerging food trends, and translate inspiration into practical, commercial solutions. Food Safety Level 2 certification (essential), with a strong awareness of food standards, compliance, and best practice. Confident product showcasing and presentation skills, with the ability to bring products to life through engaging demonstrations and tastings. Strong communication skills, capable of clearly conveying ideas, benefits, and recommendations to a range of audiences, from sales teams to customer food specialists. A natural relationship builder, able to establish trust and credibility through collaboration, insight, and shared passion for food. Evidence of successful new product development (NPD) experience, supported by strong commercial awareness and an understanding of how culinary solutions drive business performance. A full, clean driving licence, with the flexibility to travel as required to support customers and business needs. Location. Being in the office every single day is a thing of the past. Here at McCain, we champion hybrid working. This means we don't have a set expectation of exactly when you need to be in the office - however we do encourage our full-time, office-based people to connect in person with others for around half of their working time as that's the best way for us to build and maintain our connections. Our head office (Customer Experience Centre) is on the outskirts of Scarborough - 1.5 hours away from Leeds City Centre, and about an hour from York. We have lots of colleagues who travel to and from our Experience Centre (even if it is just for a good coffee!) and because hybrid really does mean hybrid at McCain, they get the opportunity to collaborate with their colleagues when they're in the office, and balance that with working from home to ensure they get a good life-work balance. The benefits of working for McCain. Although we do encourage you to taste the goods you'll be pleased to know we don't pay you in 'chips'. For working hard, you'll also get a great salary and some pretty good benefits including: A generous Car Allowance An excellent pension where we will pay double what you do, up to a maximum of 12% of your pay Flexible holidays - where you can buy & sell up to 5 days holiday per year Optional health cash plan Cycle to work scheme 'Chips In' Volunteering Day Off - to make a positive impact to the competitiveness, resilience, and long-term development of McCain communities across the globe And of course, being part of a Global business there are great opportunities to shine/thrive should you wish to relocate in the future. We have an ambitious 5-year growth plan that presents development & progression opportunities for those who seek it out. The McCain experience (standard across all job postings). We are McCain: this statement is about our power collectively and our importance individually-your impact is a significant part of the business. Our winning culture focuses on authenticity and trust so we can always bring out the best in our people. Here, you have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive while being yourself. Join our team to see why we're better together. #LI-OW1 #LI-OW1 McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions. Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with McCain's Global Privacy Policy and Global Employee Privacy Policy, as applicable. McCain leverages AI in the hiring process, though all final decisions are made by humans. You can understand our approach to AI and how your personal information is being handled here. Job Family: Sales Location(s): GB - United Kingdom : England : Scarborough || GB - United Kingdom : England : Hull || GB - United Kingdom : England : Kingston-upon-Hull || GB - United Kingdom : England : Leeds || GB - United Kingdom : England : York Company: McCain Foods (G.B.) Ltd TPBN1_UKTJ

Irrigation Team Leader - Fresh Produce Production This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant must have existing Right to Work in the UK. Are you an experienced irrigation professional with a strong technical background and a passion for delivering high-performing crops through precise water and nutrient management? Do you enjoy working hands-on with modern irrigation systems while developing your leadership skills and taking on greater responsibility? Are you looking for a genuine opportunity to step up into a management role within a progressive fresh produce business? Location of the Job: UK - Site-based (location disclosed at interview stage) Salary & Benefits Package: £35,000 to £45,000 per annum, dependent on experience Permanent, full-time position 28 days holiday including bank holidays, plus additional leave from Christmas to New Year Accommodation available or relocation package offered (subject to eligibility) Seasonal peak hours during the growing season; overtime and weekend work required Training and professional development supported About the Company: Our client is a well-established and forward-thinking fresh produce business producing high-quality fruit crops for major UK retailers. The business places a strong emphasis on innovation, sustainability, and the efficient use of water and inputs, supported by continued investment in modern irrigation technology and infrastructure. Irrigation Team Leader - The Job Role Details: You will be responsible for the day-to-day management, operation, and optimisation of all irrigation and fertigation systems across the farming operation. Working closely with the Farm Manager and wider management team, you will ensure crops receive precise and timely water and nutrient applications while developing your capability as a people manager and operational leader. This role is suited to an experienced irrigation team leader or an irrigation technician, senior operative, or supervisor who is ready to step up into a first-line management position, combining hands-on technical delivery with increasing responsibility for team leadership, planning, and decision-making. Key Responsibilities: Manage automated and manual irrigation systems including drip systems and sprinklers to meet crop-specific hydration requirements Implement and monitor fertigation programmes including managing Electrical Conductivity (EC) and pH levels Carry out regular inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of pumps, valves, filters, lines, and control systems Conduct daily crop walks and soil moisture assessments, adjusting irrigation schedules based on crop growth stage and climatic conditions Lead, train, and supervise irrigation technicians and general farm workers, producing work plans and schedules and ensuring procedures are followed Maintain accurate records of irrigation activities, water usage, fertigation inputs, and maintenance logs Ensure full compliance with food safety, health & safety, and biosecurity requirements, maintaining audit-ready documentation Take ownership of new irrigation projects and work with the wider management team to drive improvements in productivity, crop quality, and sustainability Ideal Candidate Skills & Experience: Proven experience working with irrigation systems, ideally within soft and/or stone fruit production Experience using Priva irrigation systems Highly organised with strong attention to detail Strong communication and leadership skills, including working with multilingual teams Motivated to develop management and people leadership capability Passionate about agriculture, innovation, and operational excellence Flexible to work weekends and extended hours during peak growing periods Positive, proactive, eager to learn, with a clear desire to progress Competent using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Desirable: PA1, PA2a, PA3a, PA6 certificates Experience using Muddy Boots Farm Management Software Working Hours: Full-time, with extended hours required during peak periods of the growing season How to Apply: Please click on the 'apply now' button. As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, all applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role. The Industry (Key Words): Irrigation Team Leader, Irrigation Supervisor, Irrigation Manager, Fresh Produce, Soft Fruit, Stone Fruit, Fertigation, Priva Systems, Horticulture, Sustainable Agriculture, Agriculture Jobs We thank all applicants who apply for this role; however, only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted. All applications will be handled in strict confidence and personal details will not be shared without prior consent. About Us Established in 2013, Agricultural and Farming Jobs provide expert recruitment, headhunting, and job advertising services across agriculture, horticulture, food and fresh produce, veterinary, animal health, agrochemicals, machinery, technical and engineering, and specialist education sectors across the UK and internationally. 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Agronomist - South West Vacancy ID: 55595 DM Are you an agronomist who loves getting out in the field and making a real impact on farm performance? Are you looking for a role where your knowledge, independence, and relationships really matter? Are you ready to turn your crop expertise into real results for farmers? The Company A well-established independent agronomy and agricultural services company serving farmers and growers across the South West of England. Theybegan trading in agricultural seed and crop protection and has grown into a family-run specialist supplier of agronomy services and agricultural products. The Role Manage your own patch across the Taunton and Exeter areas, building long-term relationships with farmers and growers Drive seed sales and advise on a wide range of farming inputs, including arable and forage seeds, grass and clover seed, fertiliser, maize seed, silage additives, and lime Deliver expert agronomic advice, including soil sampling, nutrient planning, crop management, and bespoke seed mixtures Support farmers with sustainable, profitable, and technically sound solutions for both crops and livestock Work closely with a team of BASIS and FACTS qualified agronomists, sharing best practices and leveraging industry expertise Location: South West of England Salary: £50,000 basic (dependent on skills and experience) plus company car/ pension and profit shares What You Need A strong practical and technical background in agronomy, with experience across arable, grassland, forage, and crops Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with a genuine interest in supporting farmers' success BASIS or FACTS qualifications A proactive, solution-focused approach, with the ability to work independently in a field-based role Keywords: Agriculture Consultant, Field Agronomist, Farm Business Agronomist, Seed Consultant, Agricultural Advisor, Plant and Soil Specialist, Crop and Soil Consultant, Crop Management Specialist How to apply: Please click on the APPLY NOW button. Please send your CV to: Donna Morgan - Principal Recruitment Manager We thank all applicants who apply for this role. However, please be advised that only those short listed for an interview will be contacted. Please be assured that your job application will be managed in complete confidence and your personal details will not be passed to any third party without your prior permission. Established in 2013, Agricultural and Farming Jobs provide outstanding recruitment head-hunting and job advertising services. We are the trusted recruitment partner of choice to industry leading organisations across the UK and Internationally. We recruit specifically for all roles within the sectors of: Agriculture, Farming, Horticulture, Food and Fresh Produce, Vet, Pet and Animal Health, Agrochemicals, Fertilisers and Seeds, Software and Technology, Machinery, Technical and Engineering and specialist Education . TPBN1_UKTJ

Dairy Herd Manager - X2 Positions Available Vacancy Reference: 54968 AB Are you an experienced Dairy Herd Manager? Do you have people management experience? Have you got training in herd management software particularly in Uniform Agri? The Company: An established mixed farming business. The Job Role: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Dairy Herd Manager to lead and manage an organic, regenerative dairy operation. The Dairy Herd Manager will support in overseeing the day-to-day management of the herd, with a strong focus on staff leadership, herd health and fertility, milking operations and grazing management. The successful Dairy Herd Manager will bring expertise in calf health, nutrition, artificial insemination, foot trimming and data-driven decision-making. Proficiency in Uniform Agri software is essential, alongside being trained in Cow Signals and ROMS locomotion, to ensure optimal herd performance and welfare. As Dairy Herd Manager, you will work closely with vets, foot trimmers, nutritionists and specialist suppliers, building a strong support team network. Leading by example, driving team engagement with strong communication, and using data to meet estate-wide targets and objectives will be central to this role. Location: There are x2 positions available in different locations - one based in North West England and one based in the East Anglia Region. Salary Package: £40,000 - £45,000 basic salary depending on skills and experience + accommodation available + benefits. Key Responsibilities: Cleanliness and Pride: Maintain a 'show farm' standard across the dairy unit, reflecting frequent public visits and events. Ensure the farm is consistently tidy, well-presented and professionally managed. Staff Management: To manage and organise staff rotas to ensure efficient daily and seasonal dairy operations, covering all aspects of herd management, including milking, feeding, routine etc. Train, mentor and motivate staff, ensuring the maintenance of high standards of animal welfare and farm operations, following protocols set out by the wider team. Lead by example and with high attention to detail, communicating clearly through the farm messaging platforms regularly, and collecting and using data to drive team performance. Develop, update and implement clear protocols and procedures to structure workloads and accountability. Milking Operations: Lead and oversee all milking operations, ensuring procedures are following to maintain the quality of milk and herd health. Setting and achieving targets for milk quality, and improvements on milk yields are essential. Review, reset and implement robust milking protocols, addressing issues promptly. CMT, record, treat cows using data sheets to meet compliance requirements. Coordinate projects, engineers and contractors to resolve parlour, tank or refrigeration issues. Grazing Management: Support in the planning and management of grazing scheduled, to ensure optimisation of pasture use and animal nutrition with the grassland team. Monitor grass growth, and quality, adjusting plans as required. Provide weekly sheets to outline paddock management, and communication with tractor operators on paddocks to mow and add slurry. Record plate meter recordings regularly on Agrinet.ie Calf Health and Nutrition: Be responsible for the management of calf rearing practices, ensuring the health, growth and welfare of youngstock through effective protocols. Implement, and monitor feeding programs. Management of cow colostrum with experience of store and Thaw and calf colostrum quality testing being an advantage. Monthly weighing and recording of weights are desired to meet soil association and milk supplier contracts Drive low calf mortality along with weights. Artificial Insemination: Lead AI programmes and procedures, ensuring optimal breeding success and genetic improvement. Work with external providers to ensure staff cover is supplied during staff shortages. Achieve a strong submission rate over 75%, walking cows twice a day, and driving heat detection. Hitting a pregnancy rate of close to 30% is preferred, or an empty rate of less than 10%. Ensuring cows have collars added on when entering the herd. Foot Trimming and Herd Health: Oversee regular foot trimming, lameness prevention, and foot baths, to ensure hoof health is managed effectively. Work closely with vets to maintain a comprehensive herd health plan. Record and make lists for foot trimmer on bi-weekly visits. Identify and lift lame cows promptly. Dairyland trained trimming is preferred but not essential. Winter Housing: Ensure the team are scraping the yard regularly alongside bed and lime the cubicles regularly. Delegate tasks to the team for clean water troughs and feed passageways regularly. Dairyland Initiative: Implement and promote sustainable farming practices in line with the Dairyland Initiative. Engage with the wider agricultural community to ensure the farm remains at the forefront of industry best practices. Grassland Societies, Networking and Pride of Work: Represent the farms in local farm walks, sharing knowledge and having a focus on driving staff focus. Have 'show farm pride' mentality where the farm is kept tidy for visitors. Veterinary Collaboration: Work closely with veterinary professionals to monitor and maintain the overall health and welfare of the herd. Ensure timely intervention and treatment of health issues, maintaining detailed health records. Ensure cows are vaccinated at the right time yearly and organise staff to assist with this. Systems, Data and Compliance: Use Uniform Agri software daily for herd management records, analysis and reporting. Ensure accurate completion of all farm diaries (Vet & Med, AI, NMR). Apply Cow Signals principles and ROMS locomotion scoring to improve welfare and performance. Busy Times of Year: Take responsibility for being present during the busiest times of the year which include April - June and August - December. Candidate Requirements: Proven experience in dairy herd management with a strong background in all aspects of dairy farming. Expertise in artificial insemination, calf health, nutrition, and foot trimming. Familiarity with grazing management, fertility, milking operations, and sustainable farming practices. Proficient in the use of Uniform Agri software. Training in Cow Signals and ROMS locomotion is essential. Excellent leadership and staff management skills. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. Keywords: Dairy Herd Manager, Dairy Farm Manager, Dairy Manager, Herd Manager, Dairy Management, Dairy Livestock Manager, Dairy, Dairy Jobs, Jobs in Dairy, Dairy Farming, Dairy Farm, Farm Manager, Agricultural and Farming Jobs, Farming Jobs, Agri FJ. How to apply: Please click on the APPLY NOW button. Please send your CV to; Angel Bains - Recruitment Delivery Consultant We thank all applicants who apply for this role. However, please be advised that only those short listed for an interview will be contacted. Please be assured that your job application will be managed in complete confidence and your personal details will not be passed to any third party without your prior permission. Established in 2013, Agricultural and Farming Jobs provide outstanding recruitment head-hunting and job advertising services. We are the trusted recruitment partner of choice to industry leading organisations across the UK and Internationally. We recruit specifically for all roles within the sectors of: Agriculture, Farming, Horticulture, Food and Fresh Produce, Vet, Pet and Animal Health, Agrochemicals, Fertilisers and Seeds, Software and Technology, Machinery, Technical and Engineering and specialist Education. TPBN1_UKTJ

Position Title: Category Manager, Category Strategy & Own Label Position Type: Regular - Full-Time Requisition ID: 40337 Category Manager - Category Strategy & Own Label. About McCain. At McCain, we're feeding the world: from French fries to Smiles, we contribute to the important role food plays in people's lives. That's why we're dedicated to ensuring our core values-Family, Authentic, Trusted, and Quality-shine through every day. As a privately owned family company with over 60 years of experience, a presence in more than 160 countries, and a global team of 22,000 people, our values and culture are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that we can work together, along with our business and community partners, to bring sustainable growth and positive change today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. Join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain! Why join the McCain family. Your Life - we're here to help you fulfil your potential, flourish, and thrive in work and life. Your Success - work alongside passionate individuals who are committed to supporting your career ambitions, drive, and success. Your Impact - we want you to make a meaningful, lasting impact for you, for your colleagues, and for the business. About the role. In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and interested in helping each other create good work experiences. We think about the customer and make doing business with McCain easy. The Category Manager - Category Strategy & Own Label is a pivotal executional role, bringing category growth strategies to life across Retail and Foodservice channels. This role plays a key part in translating strategic direction into practical, customer- and consumer-led initiatives that accelerate growth for McCain. Working in close partnership with the Senior Category Manager and environment specialists, you'll tailor category strategies and activation plans to the specific needs of each channel and customer environment. You'll leverage robust data and insight to design, deliver and track initiatives that strengthen the commercial performance of McCain's Own Label portfolio. You'll also support the growth of McCain Group's Own Label business in the UK, collaborating closely with UK and European commercial teams to develop locally relevant, consumer- and operator-led propositions. These propositions will align to both category and customer strategies, helping to deliver McCain's growth ambitions across Retail and Foodservice. As a key point of contact for assigned customers, you'll build best-in-class engagement, clearly articulate the value of McCain's category propositions, and deliver data-led recommendations that create shared value for both McCain and its customers. Leadership Principles. Our principles, each with related practices, guide our actions across the organisation. Together, they address how McCain interacts with our customers and employees, and how we work as individuals and collectively to find success. While each role adheres to the Leadership Principles, individual roles may focus more on a specific principle or principles. We are customer obsessed. Customers are our starting point. By understanding their needs and leveraging data and consumer insights, we drive mutual success. We think big and plan ahead. Through ambition, curiosity, and smart risks, we can accomplish goals, refine processes, and innovate to scale success. We bring out the best in our people. We create safe spaces for our people so that trust and empowerment come naturally. Inclusion is about listening first, showing humility, and working together. We act like owners. Together, we clear obstacles and do the work that makes us all successful and proud to be part of McCain. Accountabilities. Insight Development & Category Foresight Proactively analyse, synthesise and communicate insights from a broad range of data sources, including market, shopper, loyalty, panel, customer and operator data. Combine global trade flow, share and capacity data with local quantitative and qualitative insight to deliver robust competitor monitoring and performance reporting. Translate insight into clear foresight on trends, opportunities and risks-informing recommendations that drive growth for both customers and McCain. Deliver Customer Category Growth Plans Execute category growth strategies in partnership with the Senior Category Manager and the wider Category Growth team. Work closely with environment and channel specialists to tailor initiatives for maximum impact across both Retail and Foodservice. Enable Marketing, Innovation & Digital Effectiveness Support the development of new product, range and activation concepts that grow the Own Label portfolio, ensuring shared value for McCain, customers, consumers and operators. Contribute to the deployment and continual improvement of selling tools, using data and digital capability to increase customer engagement and effectiveness. Lead Customer & Stakeholder Engagement Act as a trusted partner to key Retail and Foodservice customers, leveraging category expertise, the 3Cs framework and customer communication plans to build strong, value-added relationships. Collaborate with UK and European commercial and innovation teams to develop compelling, insight-led Own Label proposals for customer meetings, range reviews and new business development. Deliver clear, data-driven recommendations through category reviews, assortment optimisation, new product proposals and thought leadership initiatives. Build and maintain strong relationships across internal teams and with external analytics and data partners. Apply Advanced Data & Analytical Capability Confidently query, interpret and translate complex data into actionable commercial recommendations. Leverage market research, loyalty card data, shopper panels and operator insights to inform category decisions. Bring curiosity and pace by exploring emerging technologies-such as AI-enabled tools-to improve accuracy, speed and impact of insight. Qualifications: 3-5 years' experience in category management, insight, commercial support or product development within FMCG/CPG, ideally with exposure to Retail and/or Foodservice environments. A strong track record of turning consumer and market insight into action , with the ability to develop clear, commercially relevant recommendations. Advanced analytical capability , with hands-on experience using key data sources and tools, including: Retail: Kantar, Circana (formerly IRI/Nielsen), dunnhumby Foodservice: Lumina Intelligence, Circana CREST Additional tools: PowerBI, SAP BI, Excel and CRM platforms (e.g. Salesforce) Proven ability to query, interpret and synthesise complex data , translating insight into practical business and customer outcomes. Strong communication and collaboration skills , with the confidence to build effective relationships across internal teams and with external partners. A working knowledge of commercial frameworks across both Own Label and Branded propositions. Location. Being in the office every single day is a thing of the past. Here at McCain, we champion hybrid working. This means we don't have a set expectation of exactly when you need to be in the office - however we do encourage our full-time, office-based people to connect in person with others for around half of their working time as that's the best way for us to build and maintain our connections. Our head office (Customer Experience Centre) is on the outskirts of Scarborough - 1.5 hours away from Leeds City Centre, and about an hour from York. We have lots of colleagues who travel to and from our Experience Centre (even if it is just for a good coffee!) and because hybrid really does mean hybrid at McCain, they get the opportunity to collaborate with their colleagues when they're in the office, and balance that with working from home to ensure they get a good life-work balance. The benefits of working for McCain. Although we do encourage you to taste the goods you'll be pleased to know we don't pay you in 'chips'. For working hard, you'll also get a great salary and some pretty good benefits including: A generous Car Allowance An achievable yearly bonus based on personal performance. An excellent pension where we will pay double what you do, up to a maximum of 12% of your pay Flexible holidays - where you can buy & sell up to 5 days holiday per year Optional health cash plan Cycle to work scheme 'Chips In' Volunteering Day Off - to make a positive impact to the competitiveness, resilience, and long-term development of McCain communities across the globe And of course, being part of a Global business there are great opportunities to shine/thrive should you wish to relocate in the future. We have an ambitious 5-year growth plan that presents development & progression opportunities for those who seek it out. The McCain experience (standard across all job postings). We are McCain: this statement is about our power collectively and our importance individually-your impact is a significant part of the business. Our winning culture focuses on authenticity and trust so we can always bring out the best in our people. Here, you have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive while being yourself. Join our team to see why we're better together. #LI-OW1 McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions. Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with McCain's Global Privacy Policy and Global Employee Privacy Policy, as applicable. You can understand how your personal information is being handled here. Job Family: Sales Division: GB Commercial Foodservice Department: Category Strategy Location(s): GB - United Kingdom : England : Scarborough || GB - United Kingdom : England : Hull || GB - United Kingdom : England : Leeds || GB - United Kingdom : England : York Company: McCain Foods (G.B.) Ltd TPBN1_UKTJ

Business Development Manager Food & Beverage UK-based with International Travel Are you a commercially driven Food & Beverage professional with a passion for ingredients and customer-led growth? This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in expanding a high-quality botanical extract portfolio across global F&B markets. Reporting to the Business Manager Food & Beverage, you will be responsible for identifying, developing, and converting new business opportunities while nurturing long-term customer partnerships. You will manage a structured sales pipeline, lead commercial discussions and contribute directly to revenue growth and margin performance. Key Responsibilities Identify and develop new Food, Beverage, and Nutrition opportunities across agreed target markets. Build strong, sustainable customer relationships, driving repeat business and portfolio expansion. Manage pricing and commercial negotiations in line with profitability objectives. Monitor market trends & competitor activity. Represent the business at industry events and exhibitions. Collaborate closely with all internal stakeholders. About You Proven experience in B2B Food & Beverage ingredients, such as botanical extracts, flavours, or functional ingredients. Strong understanding of ingredient supply chains and commercial negotiation. Experience working with brand owners, manufacturers, or ingredient distributors. Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Business, or similar (preferred). Fluent English; additional languages an advantage. Willingness to travel internationally. You must have a full UK driving license. You must have the right to work in the UK as our client cannot support visa sponsorship. Whats on Offer A key role in a growing Food & Beverage business with clear strategic ambition. Competitive salary with performance-related bonus. Career development within an entrepreneurial and collaborative organisation. TPBN1_UKTJ

Business Development Manager (Post-Consumer / Recyclable Plastics) £45,000 - £50,000 + Commission + High OTE + Progression + Company Car + Travel Paid + Company Benefits United Kingdom / Remote Are you an experienced Business Development Manager looking to join a global recycling business where you can progress your career and increase your income with a competitive commission, while helping to make the UK more sustainable? This company is a global plastics recycling business with operations across Europe, Asia, and the USA. They turn waste plastic into reusable and sustainable solutions for major industries such as FMCG and Food and Beverage. On offer is the chance to become a key commercial leader within the business, managing high-value relationships with collectors, sorters, re-processors, and global accounts. You will work collaboratively with internal teams to grow the presence and material streams in the UK and Ireland. This role would suit an experienced commercial or business development professional with experience closing complex, long-term deals with large clients in fast-moving markets, looking to join a global company who will support your career progression and ongoing training. The Role: Identify, develop, and execute long-term purchase and sales agreements for post-consumer plastics Build strategic relationships with collectors, sorters (MRFs & PRFs), and re-processors Conduct market research, outreach, networking, and industry engagement Enhance existing supplier and customer relationships to grow volumes and margins Carry out site visits to assess material suitability and quality requirements Maintain accurate CRM records and produce regular market and activity reports The Person: Experience in Business Development or Sales ideally within: post-consumer plastics, recycling, waste management, or commodities trading Full UK driving licence If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Keywords: Business Development Manager, Plastics Recycling, Post-Consumer Plastics, Waste Management, Circular Economy, Commodities Trading, MRF, PRF, Reprocessing, Strategic Partnerships, Remote Reference Number: BBBH23609 We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website. TPBN1_UKTJ

Position Title: Category Manager, Retail Ecommerce Position Type: Regular - Full-Time Requisition ID: 40339 Category Manager - Retail Ecommerce . About McCain. At McCain, we're feeding the world: from French fries to Smiles, we contribute to the important role food plays in people's lives. That's why we're dedicated to ensuring our core values-Family, Authentic, Trusted, and Quality-shine through every day. As a privately owned family company with over 60 years of experience, a presence in more than 160 countries, and a global team of 22,000 people, our values and culture are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that we can work together, along with our business and community partners, to bring sustainable growth and positive change today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. Join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain! Why join the McCain family. Your Life - we're here to help you fulfil your potential, flourish, and thrive in work and life. Your Success - work alongside passionate individuals who are committed to supporting your career ambitions, drive, and success. Your Impact - we want you to make a meaningful, lasting impact for you, for your colleagues, and for the business. About the role. In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and interested in helping each other create good work experiences. We think about the customer and make doing business with McCain easy. This is a pivotal specialist role at the forefront of ecommerce growth. As Category Manager - Ecommerce Retail, you will shape and execute winning category strategies across key retail ecommerce channels, driving performance with insight-led plans that unlock growth. You'll own the development and delivery of category plans for Tier 1 retailers and pureplay customers, while empowering broader teams to win in Tier 2 and 3 accounts through activation playbooks, training and hands-on support. Beyond today's platforms, you'll help future-proof the business-accelerating digital growth across emerging channels such as Quick Commerce and Aggregators, and leading commercial thinking on ecommerce technology, innovation and retail media. As the ecommerce category expert, you'll partner cross-functionally to ensure plans are practical, compelling and commercially impactful. This is a highly visible, execution-driven role for someone who thrives on turning insight into action and driving growth in fast-evolving digital retail environments. Leadership Principles. Our principles, each with related practices, guide our actions across the organisation. Together, they address how McCain interacts with our customers and employees, and how we work as individuals and collectively to find success. While each role adheres to the Leadership Principles, individual roles may focus more on a specific principle or principles. We are customer obsessed. Customers are our starting point. By understanding their needs and leveraging data and consumer insights, we drive mutual success. We think big and plan ahead. Through ambition, curiosity, and smart risks, we can accomplish goals, refine processes, and innovate to scale success. We bring out the best in our people. We create safe spaces for our people so that trust and empowerment come naturally. Inclusion is about listening first, showing humility, and working together. We act like owners. Together, we clear obstacles and do the work that makes us all successful and proud to be part of McCain. Accountabilities. Drive Ecommerce Category Leadership with Tier 1 Retailers Deliver tailored, insight-led category plans that accelerate growth with priority ecommerce retailers, working in close partnership with Sales, Marketing and Category Growth teams. Influence and support Joint Business Plans (JBPs) with clear, data-driven recommendations that deliver against commercial objectives. Build trusted partnerships across customer, category and digital technology teams, acting as a go-to expert for bespoke projects and customer briefs. Lead test-and-learn initiatives with Tier 1 customers across evolving digital media platforms to deepen understanding of shopper journeys and improve digital media ROI. Build Activation Capability for Tier 2 & 3 Customers Design and launch customer-centric activation toolkits and training that strengthen ecommerce category management capability across Tier 2 and 3 accounts. Create structured processes, tools and reporting to enable Retail customer and category managers to confidently execute and optimise ecommerce plans. Ensure all activation activity aligns to McCain's ecommerce strategy and delivers measurable value for both customers and the business. Own Category Strategy for Pureplay Retailers Develop and execute bespoke category strategies for pureplay and online-first retailers, leveraging agility and deep digital insight. Provide best-in-class recommendations across media, assortment and execution, grounded in ecommerce analytics and shopper behaviour. Shape Growth in Quick Commerce and Aggregator Channels Identify and unlock category growth opportunities across emerging Quick Commerce and Aggregator platforms. Build frameworks that guide resource prioritisation and commercial engagement in fast-moving, high-growth channels. Lead Thinking on Ecommerce Technology and Retail Media Act as the internal authority on ecommerce innovation, including AI adoption, retail ecommerce technologies and retail media evolution. Assess risks and opportunities from new tools and platforms, translating insight into clear recommendations and thought leadership for the Commercial team. Qualifications: 3-5 years' experience in Category Management, Ecommerce, Digital Trading or Data Analytics within FMCG/CPG or retail environments. A proven track record of delivering category growth , with hands-on experience executing commercial and category plans across both bricks-and-mortar and digital retail channels. Strong analytical capability , with confidence interpreting and applying commercial and ecommerce data from sources such as Kantar, dunnhumby, Circana (IRI/Nielsen) and relevant ecommerce data partners. Clear and persuasive communicator , skilled at turning complex data and trends into compelling, actionable recommendations for diverse stakeholder audiences-both verbally and visually. Highly collaborative and influential , with experience partnering across sales, marketing and category teams, and working directly with external retail and trading partners. Location. Being in the office every single day is a thing of the past. Here at McCain, we champion hybrid working. This means we don't have a set expectation of exactly when you need to be in the office - however we do encourage our full-time, office-based people to connect in person with others for around half of their working time as that's the best way for us to build and maintain our connections. Our head office (Customer Experience Centre) is on the outskirts of Scarborough - 1.5 hours away from Leeds City Centre, and about an hour from York. We have lots of colleagues who travel to and from our Experience Centre (even if it is just for a good coffee!) and because hybrid really does mean hybrid at McCain, they get the opportunity to collaborate with their colleagues when they're in the office, and balance that with working from home to ensure they get a good life-work balance. The benefits of working for McCain. Although we do encourage you to taste the goods you'll be pleased to know we don't pay you in 'chips'. For working hard, you'll also get a great salary and some pretty good benefits including: A generous Car Allowance An achievable yearly bonus based on personal performance. An excellent pension where we will pay double what you do, up to a maximum of 12% of your pay Flexible holidays - where you can buy & sell up to 5 days holiday per year Optional health cash plan Cycle to work scheme 'Chips In' Volunteering Day Off - to make a positive impact to the competitiveness, resilience, and long-term development of McCain communities across the globe And of course, being part of a Global business there are great opportunities to shine/thrive should you wish to relocate in the future. We have an ambitious 5-year growth plan that presents development & progression opportunities for those who seek it out. The McCain experience. We are McCain: this statement is about our power collectively and our importance individually-your impact is a significant part of the business. Our winning culture focuses on authenticity and trust so we can always bring out the best in our people. Here, you have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive while being yourself. Join our team to see why we're better together. #LI-OW1 McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions. Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with McCain's Global Privacy Policy and Global Employee Privacy Policy, as applicable. You can understand how your personal information is being handled here. Job Family: Sales Division: GB Commercial Foodservice Department: Category Strategy Location(s): GB - United Kingdom : England : Scarborough || GB - United Kingdom : England : Hull || GB - United Kingdom : England : Leeds || GB - United Kingdom : England : York Company: McCain Foods (G.B.) Ltd TPBN1_UKTJ

Position Title: Category Manager, Retail Position Type: Regular - Full-Time Position Location: Scarborough Grade: Grade 05 Requisition ID: 38102 About McCain. At McCain, we're feeding the world: from French fries to Smiles, we contribute to the important role food plays in people's lives. That's why we're dedicated to ensuring our core values-Family, Authentic, Trusted, and Quality-shine through every day. As a privately owned family company with over 60 years of experience, a presence in more than 160 countries, and a global team of 22,000 people, our values and culture are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that we can work together, along with our business and community partners, to bring sustainable growth and positive change today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. Join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain! Why join the McCain family. Your Life - we're here to help you fulfil your potential, flourish, and thrive in work and life. Your Success - work alongside passionate individuals who are committed to supporting your career ambitions, drive, and success. Your Impact - we want you to make a meaningful, lasting impact for you, for your colleagues, and for the business. About the role. In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and interested in helping each other create good work experiences. We think about the customer and make doing business with McCain easy. We're looking for a Category Manager to become a trusted partner for our core categories and the frozen food market. You'll play a pivotal role in turning consumer, market, and customer insights into real actions that unlock growth, while building strong relationships with both internal teams and external retail partners, in paricular the major four multiples! This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who thrives on data, strategy, and collaboration - and who can bring passion and personality to every conversation. Accountabilities. Analyse market and consumer data to spot trends, generate insights and translate them into growth opportunities. Work closely with the sales team to drive distribution and deliver against commercial plans. Build trusted relationships with customers, delivering impactful category reviews, range reviews and NPD sell-ins. Partner with ecommerce and commercial teams to develop and deliver online growth plans. Create and execute shopper activation plans aligned with McCain's Category Vision. Act as the category partner for a defined product area, ensuring insight-driven strategy, successful NPD launches and effective activation. Location. Being in the office every single day is a thing of the past. Here at McCain, we champion hybrid working. This means we don't have a set expectation of exactly when you need to be in the office - however we do encourage our full-time, office-based people to connect in person with others for around half of their working time as that's the best way for us to build and maintain our connections. Our head office (Customer Experience Centre) is on the outskirts of Scarborough - 1.5 hours away from Leeds City Centre, and about an hour from York. We have lots of colleagues who travel to and from our Experience Centre (even if it is just for a good coffee!) and because hybrid really does mean hybrid at McCain, they get the opportunity to collaborate with their colleagues when they're in the office, and balance that with working from home to ensure they get a good life-work balance. What we're looking for. Experience analysing and interpreting data, and turning it into actionable recommendations. A background in Category Management within FMCG ideally. Strong relationship-building and influencing skills with both internal and external stakeholders. A clear understanding of route-to-market processes and shopper behaviour. The ability to manage projects, juggle priorities, and deliver results with pace. A curious, collaborative and resilient mindset, with a genuine customer focus. Experience with data providers (such as Circana and Kantar, Dunnhumby, Retail Link) and shopper marketing activity would be an advantage. Leadership Principles. Our principles, each with related practices, guide our actions across the organisation. Together, they address how McCain interacts with our customers and employees, and how we work as individuals and collectively to find success. While each role adheres to the Leadership Principles, individual roles may focus more on a specific principle or principles. We are customer obsessed. Customers are our starting point. By understanding their needs and leveraging data and consumer insights, we drive mutual success. We think big and plan ahead. Through ambition, curiosity, and smart risks, we can accomplish goals, refine processes, and innovate to scale success. We bring out the best in our people. We create safe spaces for our people so that trust and empowerment come naturally. Inclusion is about listening first, showing humility, and working together. We act like owners. Together, we clear obstacles and do the work that makes us all successful and proud to be part of McCain. The benefits of working for McCain. Although we do encourage you to taste the goods you'll be pleased to know we don't pay you in 'chips'. For working hard, you'll also get a great salary and some pretty good benefits including: An achievable yearly bonus based on personal performance. An excellent pension where we will pay double what you do, up to a maximum of 12% of your pay Flexible holidays - where you can buy & sell up to 5 days holiday per year Optional health cash plan Cycle to work scheme 'Chips In' Volunteering Day Off - to make a positive impact to the competitiveness, resilience, and long-term development of McCain communities across the globe And of course, being part of a Global business there are great opportunities to shine/thrive should you wish to relocate in the future. We have an ambitious 5-year growth plan that presents development & progression opportunities for those who seek it out. The McCain experience. We are McCain: this statement is about our power collectively and our importance individually-your impact is a significant part of the business. Our winning culture focuses on authenticity and trust so we can always bring out the best in our people. Here, you have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive while being yourself. Join our team to see why we're better together. McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions. Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with McCain's Global Privacy Policy and Global Employee Privacy Policy, as applicable. You can understand how your personal information is being handled here. Job Family: Sales Division: GB Commercial Foodservice Department: Category Strategy Location(s): GB - United Kingdom : England : Scarborough Company: McCain Foods (G.B.) Ltd TPBN1_UKTJ

Position Title: Category Manager, Customer Communication Position Type: Regular - Full-Time Grade: Grade 05 Requisition ID: 40338 Category Manager - Customer Communication About McCain. At McCain, we're feeding the world: from French fries to Smiles, we contribute to the important role food plays in people's lives. That's why we're dedicated to ensuring our core values-Family, Authentic, Trusted, and Quality-shine through every day. As a privately owned family company with over 60 years of experience, a presence in more than 160 countries, and a global team of 22,000 people, our values and culture are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that we can work together, along with our business and community partners, to bring sustainable growth and positive change today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. Join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain! Why join the McCain family. Your Life - we're here to help you fulfil your potential, flourish, and thrive in work and life. Your Success - work alongside passionate individuals who are committed to supporting your career ambitions, drive, and success. Your Impact - we want you to make a meaningful, lasting impact for you, for your colleagues, and for the business. About the role. In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and interested in helping each other create good work experiences. We think about the customer and make doing business with McCain easy. Reporting to the Senior Category Manager - Category Strategy, this is a high-impact, execution-focused role at the heart of the Category Growth team. As Category Manager - Customer Communications, you will bring McCain's Customer Value Proposition to life across retail, QSR and foodservice channels-helping to drive brand preference and deliver sustainable customer and business growth. You'll own the delivery of insight-led, omni-channel customer communications, shaping how McCain shows up with customers at every touchpoint. From leading customer sell-ins and coordinating trade engagement events, to providing sharp commercial analysis that informs planning and decision-making, your work will directly influence commercial outcomes. Partnering closely with channel and environment specialists, and a broad range of cross-functional teams, you'll ensure communications are relevant, compelling and tailored to customer needs-while remaining agile to changing market dynamics. You'll also play a key role in equipping the GB leadership team with customer insight that supports effective business planning and strategic direction. Leadership Principles. Our principles, each with related practices, guide our actions across the organisation. Together, they address how McCain interacts with our customers and employees, and how we work as individuals and collectively to find success. While each role adheres to the Leadership Principles, individual roles may focus more on a specific principle or principles. We are customer obsessed. Customers are our starting point. By understanding their needs and leveraging data and consumer insights, we drive mutual success. We think big and plan ahead. Through ambition, curiosity, and smart risks, we can accomplish goals, refine processes, and innovate to scale success. We bring out the best in our people. We create safe spaces for our people so that trust and empowerment come naturally. Inclusion is about listening first, showing humility, and working together. We act like owners. Together, we clear obstacles and do the work that makes us all successful and proud to be part of McCain. Accountabilities. Execute Category Strategy Initiatives Bring category strategy to life by partnering with environment and channel specialists to develop initiatives that work across multiple channels and customer types. Proactively collaborate with Commercial Operations, Sales, Marketing, Innovation and international teams to ensure strong alignment and flawless execution. Lead Omni-Channel Customer Communications Develop and deliver best-in-class omni-channel communication plans using the 3Cs framework, ensuring consistent, tailored messaging across all customer touchpoints. Create high-impact selling tools, presentation materials and communication assets that enable commercial teams and resonate with customer partners. Continually evolve how McCain communicates with customers, leveraging digital tools, data-led storytelling and new communication formats. Own Customer Sell-In Excellence Play a hands-on role in customer sell-ins, leading category and marketing input to deliver compelling, insight-rich presentations across Retail, QSR and Foodservice. Influence customer stakeholders through structured, data-driven narratives that clearly articulate the value of McCain's Big Bet initiatives. Deliver Category Insight for Commercial Planning Provide rigorous, timely analysis of category, consumer and shopper data to support commercial planning and decision-making. Develop, maintain and enhance omni-channel market tracking to support senior commercial leaders with clear, relevant insight. Utilise key data sources-including Kantar, Circana and dunnhumby (Retail); Lumina Intelligence and Circana CREST (Foodservice); alongside PowerBI, SAP BI and other tools-to deliver impactful reporting and recommendations. Track Performance Against Commercial Plans Apply market and customer insight to monitor performance versus agreed commercial KPIs. Build and maintain performance dashboards that translate data into clear, concise and actionable updates for senior stakeholders. Apply Advanced Data & Analytical Capability Demonstrate strong analytical expertise across retail and foodservice data sources, market research, loyalty data, shopper panels and operator insights. Translate complex data into practical, value-driven recommendations that support commercial action. Bring curiosity and pace to the role by exploring and adopting emerging technologies-such as AI-enabled tools-to improve efficiency, accuracy and insight quality. Qualifications: 3-5 years' experience in Category Management, Commercial Support, Insight or Data Analytics within FMCG/CPG, retail or foodservice environments. Hands-on experience with syndicated and customer data , including tools such as Kantar, Circana, dunnhumby (retail) and Lumina Intelligence or Circana CREST (foodservice). A strong analytical mindset , with a proven ability to turn complex data into clear, actionable recommendations that drive commercial decisions. Compelling communication and presentation skills , with experience creating and delivering high-quality, customer-facing selling stories. Highly organised and detail-focused , comfortable managing multiple initiatives simultaneously in a fast-paced, matrixed organisation. A collaborative and influential approach , with the confidence to engage and align a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Location. Being in the office every single day is a thing of the past. Here at McCain, we champion hybrid working. This means we don't have a set expectation of exactly when you need to be in the office - however we do encourage our full-time, office-based people to connect in person with others for around half of their working time as that's the best way for us to build and maintain our connections. Our head office (Customer Experience Centre) is on the outskirts of Scarborough - 1.5 hours away from Leeds City Centre, and about an hour from York. We have lots of colleagues who travel to and from our Experience Centre (even if it is just for a good coffee!) and because hybrid really does mean hybrid at McCain, they get the opportunity to collaborate with their colleagues when they're in the office, and balance that with working from home to ensure they get a good life-work balance. The benefits of working for McCain. Although we do encourage you to taste the goods you'll be pleased to know we don't pay you in 'chips'. For working hard, you'll also get a great salary and some pretty good benefits including: A generous Car Allowance An achievable yearly bonus based on personal performance. An excellent pension where we will pay double what you do, up to a maximum of 12% of your pay Flexible holidays - where you can buy & sell up to 5 days holiday per year Optional health cash plan Cycle to work scheme 'Chips In' Volunteering Day Off - to make a positive impact to the competitiveness, resilience, and long-term development of McCain communities across the globe And of course, being part of a Global business there are great opportunities to shine/thrive should you wish to relocate in the future. We have an ambitious 5-year growth plan that presents development & progression opportunities for those who seek it out. The McCain experience. We are McCain: this statement is about our power collectively and our importance individually-your impact is a significant part of the business. Our winning culture focuses on authenticity and trust so we can always bring out the best in our people. Here, you have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive while being yourself. Join our team to see why we're better together. #LI-OW1 McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions. Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with McCain's Global Privacy Policy and Global Employee Privacy Policy, as applicable. You can understand how your personal information is being handled here. Job Family: Sales Division: GB Commercial Foodservice Department: Category Strategy Location(s): GB - United Kingdom : England : Scarborough || GB - United Kingdom : England : Hull || GB - United Kingdom : England : Leeds* || GB - United Kingdom : England : York* Company: McCain Foods (G.B.) Ltd TPBN1_UKTJ

Assistant Technical Manager Salary: c. £46,000 (DOE) Location: Norfolk Permanent Full-Time We are working exclusively with a well-established and highly respected food manufacturing business, recognised as the UK's leading producer of free-range and organic chickens and turkeys. For over 30 years, the company has built a reputation for exceptional quality, high welfare standards, and sustainable farming. Supplying both top restaurants and major retailers, the business stays true to its roots raising and preparing every bird with care, respect, and dedication. Passionate about what they do, the business offers a supportive, people-focused culture and is now looking for a like-minded Assistant Technical Manager to join their friendly, growing team in the heart of Norfolk. The site operates to BRCGS and Red Tractor standards within a high-care environment. The Role Reporting to the Technical Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining and developing robust food safety and quality systems, while acting as a visible and credible presence on the factory floor. Key responsibilities include: Supporting site compliance with BRCGS, HACCP, GMP, Red Tractor and retailer standards Assisting with internal, customer and third-party audits, including corrective actions Maintaining technical systems, specifications and compliance documentation Supporting investigations, root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives Acting as a technical point of contact for customers and suppliers Working closely with Operations, Hygiene and HR to promote a strong food safety culture About You You will be a driven and detail-oriented technical professional with experience in food manufacturing and a genuine desire to progress your career. You will bring: Experience in a food manufacturing Technical or QA role A sound understanding of HACCP, BRCGS, GMP and retailer standards Strong communication skills with the ability to engage confidently across departments High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills for managing audits and compliance Experience in a customer-facing role, including working with customers and suppliers Ideally a Food Science or related degree, though experience and mindset are equally valued Ambition to progress into more senior technical roles within a business that actively supports career development What's on Offer Competitive salary up to £46,500, depending on experience Hybrid working arrangement Company pension scheme Additional annual leave Gym membership Employee benefits and discounts Free on-site parking Apply in Confidence Please send your CV in confidence to: TPBN1_UKTJ

Nursery Manager - Horticulture Vacancy Reference: 54869 AB Are you an experienced Horticultural Nursery Manager? Do you have strong plant knowledge? Have you got experience in people management and leadership? The Company: An established, family-run horticultural business who supply trees, shrubs and plants to landscapers, growers and horticultural professionals nationwide. The Job Role: This role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day organisation, operations, and performance of the site, with a focus on team leadership, crop quality, plant health standards, and delivering safe, efficient and professional working practices. Location: Hertfordshire - based on site Salary Package: £40,000 - £45,000 basic salary depending on skills and experience. Key Responsibilities: Leadership and People Management : Lead, motivate and develop nursery teams, fostering a positive and professional culture. Plan daily and weekly workloads with the Production Manager, allocating resources effectively. Manage staff induction, training, performance reviews and development plans. Supervise permanent, temporary and agency staff to ensure consistent standards. Crop Production and Growing Responsibilities : Maintain exceptional standards of crop quality, presentation and plant health. Monitor crops regularly, identifying issues with irrigation, nutrition, pests and diseases. Implement ICM/IPM strategies and oversee irrigation planning. Support crop planning, rotations, space allocation and seasonal production schedules. Lead out-of-hours cover to ensure continuous plant care. Planning, Organisation and Customer Focus: Develop a strong customer service culture across the nursery. Ensure plants are organised, labelled and well-presented. Maintain a good understanding of stock availability and overall nursery performance. Build strong working relationships with other departments and sites to support smooth operational flow. Plant Health and Biosecurity : Uphold plant health, biosecurity and hygiene procedures. Maintain accurate records and support compliance with plant health regulations and accreditation schemes. Health and Safety: Ensure compliance with Health and Safety policies, COSHH and pesticide regulations. Conduct risk assessments, safety checks and accident reporting. Maintain accurate safety documentation and training records. Administration and Systems : Complete all required paperwork and digital records accurately and on time. Ensure stock, crop, labour and safety information is recorded consistently using company systems. Help create and update work procedures and policies in collaboration with the Production Manager. Continuous Improvement and Personal Development : Actively participate in Company reviews. Suggest courses and events to help develop you and the teams CPD. In conjunction with the Production Manager look for opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, enhance crop quality, and increase operational efficiency. General Responsibilities: Promote a culture of safety, professionalism and care across the site. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of nursery production practices and growing standards. Maintain strong working knowledge of other departments to support cross-site collaboration. Participate in an agreed rota for out-of-hours cover to maintain continuity of plant care. Undertake any other reasonable tasks within your capability that support the smooth running of the nursery and company. Candidate Requirements: Essential Skills and Experience: Proven experience in commercial horticulture, within a production nursery. Strong plant knowledge, including pest, disease and physiological disorder identification. Demonstrated ability to manage crop production cycles, irrigation, nutrition, and environmental controls. Experience supervising teams, organising daily workloads, and motivating staff to meet quality and productivity targets. Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan ahead, prioritise tasks, and adapt to changing commercial demands. Competent with nursery management systems and confident using digital tools for planning and recording. Good written and verbal communication skills suitable for leading teams and liaising with suppliers, inspectors, and customers. A proactive approach to quality, plant health, and compliance with OHAS/Plant Healthy or similar standards. Full UK driving licence. Desirable Skills and Experience: Formal horticultural qualification (e.g., RHS, NVQ, degree or equivalent). Experience managing larger teams or multiple departments. Knowledge of sustainable production practices, IPM strategies, and environmental responsibility. Experience with data-driven production planning or technical crop monitoring systems. PA1/PA6 or equivalent spraying qualifications. Personal Attributes : Practical, hands-on, and solutions-focused. Confident decision-maker who remains calm under pressure. High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and consistency. Positive leader who supports, develops and engages their team. Able to work independently as well as collaborate effectively with colleagues across the nursery. Enthusiastic, professional, and keen to maintain high standards in both plant quality and operational performance. Keywords: Nursery Manager, Horticulture Nursery Manager, Horticultural Nursery Manager, Plant Nursery Manager, Garden Centre Manager, Plant Manager, Horticultural Manager, Horticulture Manager, Agricultural and Farming Jobs, Agricultural Jobs, Agri FJ. How to apply: Please click on the APPLY NOW button. Please send your CV to; Angel Bains - Recruitment Delivery Consultant We thank all applicants who apply for this role. However, please be advised that only those short listed for an interview will be contacted. Please be assured that your job application will be managed in complete confidence and your personal details will not be passed to any third party without your prior permission. Established in 2013, Agricultural and Farming Jobs provide outstanding recruitment head-hunting and job advertising services. We are the trusted recruitment partner of choice to industry leading organisations across the UK and Internationally. We recruit specifically for all roles within the sectors of: Agriculture, Farming, Horticulture, Food and Fresh Produce, Vet, Pet and Animal Health, Agrochemicals, Fertilisers and Seeds, Software and Technology, Machinery, Technical and Engineering and specialist Education. TPBN1_UKTJ

A renowned Asian food restaurant chain is seeking a Food Packaging Development Manager to develop and execute packaging strategies aligned with sustainability goals. Ideal candidates will have FMCG packaging development experience, preferably in foodservice and retail.

A leading manufacturer in specialty foods is seeking a Stock Controller and Purchasing Executive to manage ingredient purchasing and stock control.