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Wales (On-Site or Hybrid) | Executive Leadership Role | Competitive Package We are partnering with a growing food manufacturing business to appoint a Head of Commercial. This is a newly created role is to sit on the SLT, reflecting an exciting phase of growth, investment, and innovation across the business. As a this company continues to expand its product portfolio and accelerate its NPD pipeline, this role will play a critical part in shaping and delivering the commercial strategy required to support that growth. The role is based in Wales and can be performed either fully on-site or on a hybrid basis (3 days per week on-site). Relocation support or consideration will be given to candidates open to moving to the area. The Role Reporting directly to the CEO, you will take full ownership of the commercial agenda-leading Sales, Brand, and New Product Development (NPD) functions to deliver both immediate performance and long-term strategic growth. This role requires a self-starting, highly proactive leader who can bring their own point of view, challenge constructively, and operate confidently at a strategic level. You will work closely with the wider leadership team to define market positioning, unlock new revenue streams, and ensure the business remains competitive, innovative, and aligned with evolving consumer trends. Key Responsibilities -Develop and execute the overall commercial strategy to drive profitable growth -Lead and inspire the Sales function, building strong retail partnerships and expanding into new channels including export and foodservice -Oversee the NPD pipeline, ensuring delivery of innovative, market-led products from concept through to launch -Define and lead brand strategy to maximise market presence and brand equity -Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer insights to identify opportunities and mitigate risk -Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing commercial team across multiple functions -Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, Technical, and Supply Chain to ensure alignment and execution We are seeking a commercially astute and strategic leader with a strong track record within food manufacturing (ideally short shelf life). You will bring: Significant experience in a senior commercial or sales leadership role Proven success in driving revenue growth and securing major retail partnerships A self-starter mindset, with the confidence to bring ideas, challenge thinking, and operate at a strategic level -Strong leadership capability, with experience managing multi-functional teams (Sales, Brand, NPD) -Deep understanding of the end-to-end NPD process and product innovation -Strong commercial and financial acumen, including P&L ownership and margin optimisation -Experience building and developing brands within competitive markets -A data-driven approach with strong analytical and decision-making skills -Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels Why Apply? -Newly created role with the opportunity to shape the commercial function from the ground up Join a growing, family-owned business entering an exciting phase of expansion and innovation -Direct reporting line to the CEO with genuine strategic influence -High-impact, board-facing role with real ownership -Flexible working model (on-site or hybrid) -Relocation opportunities available for the right candidate -Collaborative, forward-thinking leadership environment If you are a strategic commercial leader looking for a role where you can truly make an impact and help shape the next phase of growth, we would welcome your application. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)

We are delighted to be working with a well-established and growing food manufacturer to recruit a Senior Brand Manager. This is a newly-created, pivotal role within the business, offering the opportunity to take full ownership of brand strategy and play a key part in shaping future growth. With significant investment planned across innovation and brand development, including new product development capabilities, this is an exciting time to join a business that is evolving rapidly within its category. As Senior Brand Manager, you will lead the development and execution of brand strategy, ensuring a consistent and compelling presence across all channels. Reporting into the senior commercial leadership team, you will take a highly visible role in driving brand performance, innovation, and market impact. You will work cross-functionally to bring products and campaigns to life-from initial consumer insight through to successful retail execution. Key Responsibilities: -Own and develop the overall brand strategy, ensuring consistency across all touchpoints -Lead integrated marketing campaigns from concept through to execution and evaluation -Manage the end-to-end NPD pipeline in collaboration with internal teams -Analyse market trends, consumer insights, and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities -Track and evaluate campaign performance, delivering clear, actionable insights -Collaborate closely with sales, operations, and product teams to ensure commercial alignment -Manage brand budgets and ensure effective allocation of spend -Oversee relationships with external agencies, ensuring high-quality creative and delivery -Support and develop digital marketing initiatives across relevant channels -Present performance updates and strategic recommendations to senior stakeholders We are looking for a commercially driven, autonomous and insight-led brand professional who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. You will bring: -Proven experience in a Brand Manager or Senior Brand role within FMCG or food -Strong commercial awareness with the ability to turn insight into action -Experience delivering multi-channel marketing campaigns -Excellent analytical and data interpretation skills -Strong project management and stakeholder engagement capability -Experience managing budgets and external agencies -Confident communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels Why Apply? -Join a forward-thinking, ambitious business with clear growth plans -High-visibility role with real influence on brand and commercial performance -Collaborative culture with a strong focus on innovation -Autonomous role with the scope to shape and elevate a well-established brand As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)

Position: Controls EngineerLocation: Poole (Commutable from Bournemouth, Christchurch, Wimborne and surrounding areas)Salary: £50,000 + Bonus (up to 5%)Shift: Monday - FridayAre you an experienced Controls Engineer looking to join a business that's investing in automation, innovation, and long-term

Senior/Principal IC) - CPG / Retail / AI.Remote-first with some travel).We’re hiring a Founding Product Manager to take AI products from 0→1 in the CPG / retail space, joining an AI-native startup that’s just raised $15M and is ~20 people building AI agents to automate enterprise workflows acr

Multi skilled Engineer - PeterboroughSalary; c.KHours: Monday to Friday Split shifts or Sunday to Thursday Commutable from: Ely, Peterborough, March, Cambridge, King's Lynn, HuntingdonAre you a proactive multi skilled engineer or maintenance engineer or electrical engineer looking for your next move

Wales (On-Site or Hybrid) | 💼 Executive Leadership Role | 💰 Competitive Package.We are partnering with a growing food manufacturing business to appoint a.This is a newly created role is to sit on the SLT, reflecting an exciting phase of growth, investment, and innovation across the business.As

Used by Asos, Bentley and Marks & Spencer, this business partners with enterprise companies to help them become more data literate and utilise data insights to drive ROI and modernise.The need for their solution has led them to go from strength to strength, and with a huge addressable market, they'r

Position: Multi-Skilled EngineerLocation: Somerset (commutable from Crewkerne, Bath, Trowbridge, Shepton Mallet, Bristol and Surrounding areas)Salary: £57,000 - £60,000 (Bonus+ Guaranteed Pay Increases)Shift: 4O4O(Covering 18:00-06:00) Are you an experienced engineer ready to join a business inves

Account Manager – Value Added Reseller - Remote UK.This role focuses on building strong relationships with.IT hardware, infrastructure, and technology solutions.Working within a small and agile team, the successful candidate will have the autonomy to manage their accounts, develop new business opp

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

We’re looking for a driven and customer-focused Account Manager to join our Cloud Sales team.You’ll be responsible for managing a high-volume portfolio of channel partners, helping them grow their Cloud business through upselling, cross-selling, and strategic support.You’ll work closely with t

A reputable food manufacturing business in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Hygiene Manager to lead their hygiene department.This role involves ensuring compliance with food safety standards, developing hygiene procedures, and managing the hygiene team across multiple shifts.The ideal ca

ZEST Dental Recruitment working in partnership with an established dental practice is seeking to recruit an Associate Dentist. For further information regarding this dentist position, confidential enquiries can be made by submitting your CV to ZEST Dental.

As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest looks after your personal information please visit our

A leading dental recruitment agency is seeking an Associate Dentist for a full-time position in Brighton, East Sussex.The successful candidate will take over an established patient list from a departing colleague, with a high potential for private treatments.The role offers competitive pay at £14 p

A leading dental recruitment agency is seeking an Associate Dentist for a high-specification private practice in Guernsey.The role offers excellent earning potential, estimating earnings around £120,000 annually, with an established patient base to serve.Candidates should have at least three years

ZEST Dental Recruitment working in partnership with an established dental practice is seeking to recruit a Private Dentist. For further information regarding this dentist position, confidential enquiries can be made by submitting your CV to ZEST Dental.

A dynamic tech company in the UK is seeking an experienced Account Manager to join their Cloud Sales team.In this desk-based role, you'll manage a high-volume portfolio of channel partners, work closely with major vendors like Microsoft, and drive sales through strategic support and relationship bui

We are delighted to be working with a well-established and growing food manufacturer to recruit a.This is a newly-created, pivotal role within the business, offering the opportunity to take full ownership of brand strategy and play a key part in shaping future growth.With significant investment plan

ZEST Dental Recruitment working in partnership with an established dental practice is seeking to recruit an Associate Dentist. For further information regarding this dentist position, confidential enquiries can be made by submitting your CV to ZEST Dental.

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

A leading life sciences consultancy in the UK is seeking a Business Development Director to drive growth in the US market.The successful candidate will have expertise in Market Access and Health Economics, with a focus on identifying new business opportunities and developing client relationships.Thi

A renowned food manufacturing company in the United Kingdom is looking for a detail-oriented professional to manage product specifications for luxury food products.The role involves collaborating with various teams to uphold the brand's premium standards and ensuring all specifications are compliant

A leading food manufacturer is seeking a Senior Brand Manager to shape and execute brand strategy.In this pivotal role, you will lead integrated marketing campaigns and collaborate cross-functionally to drive brand performance.The ideal candidate has proven experience in brand management within FMCG

Zest Dental works in partnership with a large client base of independent dental practices and a select group of small to large-scale dental businesses and corporate groups. Please visit Zest Dental at www. Dentist and Specialist Jobs UK, Australia, & New Zealand Reference: Zest Dental.

A leading food business in South West England is seeking an experienced NPD Manager to shape its innovation pipeline.You will lead the development of new products from concept to launch while working closely with internal teams and major UK retailers.The ideal candidate has a proven track record in

Zest Dental works in partnership with a large client base of independent dental practices and a select group of small to large-scale dental businesses and corporate groups. Please visit Zest Dental at www. Dentist and Specialist Jobs UK, Australia, & New Zealand Reference: Zest Dental.

A dental recruitment firm is seeking an Associate Dentist for a permanent position in Chepstow, Monmouthshire.This role offers a well-established patient list and a state-of-the-art practice environment with high private demand.Dentists at any career stage will benefit from excellent support and pro

ZEST Dental Recruitment, working in partnership with an established dental practice, is seeking to recruit an Associate Dentist in Brighton.

Are you a portfolio GP with a passion for lifestyle medicine and preventative care? Zest Scientific is proud to partner with an innovative private healthcare provider that is transforming health assessments through proprietary technology and next-generation diagnostics. Zest Scientific is working to

Location: Midlands (with UK & occasional overseas travel).Reporting to: Commercial Director / Business Unit Manager.Wonderful opportunity to join this fresh produce business as an Account Manager, focusing on retail relationships.You will take full ownership of the commercial performance across a de

We’re partnering with a high-growth Series B AI company building AI-powered productivity software.The business has added $20M+ ARR in the last 12 months, is ~70 people, and is backed by top-tier global investors.They’re hiring a hands-on Head of Product Design to work directly with the founders

Key Account Manager – Foodservice (Southeast – Greater London Area).A rapidly growing and highly successful foodservice business has created an exciting new opportunity as part of its continued expansion.The organisation is looking for a motivated and commercially driven Key Account Manager to j

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quality Manager to join a well-established Fresh Produce business in Essex, as part of an exciting project to build and strengthen their Quality team.This role will play a key part in maintaining and developing high quality and food safety standards across th

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An established food ingredients business is seeking a.This role plays a key part in supporting customers, driving innovation, and contributing to new product development within a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.The successful candidate will provide hands-on technical support both internally

Wales (On-Site or Hybrid) | 💼 Executive Leadership Role | 💰 Competitive Package.We are partnering with a growing food manufacturing business to appoint a.This is a newly created role is to sit on the SLT, reflecting an exciting phase of growth, investment, and innovation across the business.As

A well-established and growing food business is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to join its team.This exciting, innovative business partners with leading global food brands, foodservice operators, manufacturers and more to deliver innovative, plant-led ingredient solutions.Known for qualit

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Process Development Technologist – Lincolnshire.Are you passionate about food and thrive on solving problems? We’re working with an innovative and growing food manufacturer in Lincolnshire who are looking for a hands-on.Process Development Technologist.This is a varied and engaging role where no

Multi-skilled maintenance engineer to maintain equipment, troubleshoot issues, and support projects in a food manufacturing environment.

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established food manufacturer based in Hampshire who are looking to appoint an NPD Manager to join their growing development team.Opportunity to work with all the delicious bakery goodies, you must have bakery experience to be considered.This is an excellent opp