Clear Edge

Company

One of Europe’s most successful manufacturers of both chilled and ambient food products have created a new opportunity for a senior Commercial Manager to help further develop their UK grocery business. Within the last 5 years the UK business has grown profitably by in excess of £40m, this is largely due to their constant development of market leading products. The business manufactures all their own products from their 25 factories globally stretching from the UK to China .There impressive product portfolio includes both branded and own label premium ambient foods as well as a wide range of chilled dairy products. They have a very strong offering within all of the top 6 grocery multiples as well as the various foodservice channels. Following on from the recent growth and the increased demand for their products they have created a new position for a Senior Commercial Manager to develop one of their top 4 grocery accounts.

Role

As a Senior Commercial Manager you will take full responsibility for one of the top 4 grocery multiples. You will operate at a strategic level and be capable of identifying and then taking advantage of the numerous opportunities that exist within each account. To succeed in the role you must possess a ‘can-do’ attitude, a desire to be challenged and a hunger to work in hands-on environment. You will report to the Commercial Director, so you can expect decisions to be made quickly, as well as a degree of autonomy to influence the business.

Requirements

To be considered for this role you must be a driven and dynamic individual with a proven track record of growing and developing business within the top 4 multiples.  As for product background, experience within a short shelf life category is preferred but not essential.  It is important that you can fit into a real team culture but also have ability to stand on your own. My client is looking for a loyal individual that wants to be a real part of the company’s long term plans and growth strategy. From time to time you will be required to travel across the various manufacturing sites within Europe. The successful candidate will need to display commitment and the will to progress in a very forward thinking successful business. If you do have the relevant experience outlined above, please apply today.

An excellent opportunity has arisen to join a rapidly expanding footwear business. Established in the late 1950’s the business has grown to a £70million turnover brand with a multi-channel approach, selling through mailorder, e-commerce, wholesale and their own high street stores. As one of the only footwear businesses in the UK to manufacture in the England, they stand out against their competition with a short lead times and a quick supply chain. Due to their rapid expansion they are now looking for a Regional Business Manager to join their team.

As Regional Business Manager you will be responsible for independent accounts within the North, Scotland and Northern Ireland. This is one of the company’s largest areas for independent business, and you will be tasked with increasing business by 100% over the next two years. In doing this your role will involve the restructuring of the current account base, stopping business with some retailers in order to obtain listings in others and increase awareness of the brand. As the role is home based, it is essential that you are comfortable planning your time and will spend the majority of your week working on the road as you will be responsible for journey and call planning and ensuring you divide your time appropriately between priority accounts.

Ideally, you will come from a strong sales background and be experienced in developing existing accounts and creating new business. Most importantly, you will have a ‘can-do’ attitude and be able to operate autonomously and deliver strong sales results. You should want to work for a progressive company which is constantly developing and looking to further itself. If you want to be considered for this opportunity, please forward your details today.

Reporting into the Site Manager, the Bakery Manager will be working for one of the leading producers of Baked Products in the UK, supplying into both the retail and food service channels, producing branded and own label goods. Since the company’s incorporation in the early 80’s, the business has now grown, turning over in excess of £100million within the UK.  Due to continued growth and a recent site expansion, there is now a requirement for a Bakery Manager to join their team in the North West.    

The main responsibilities shall include;

- Being responsible for the management of all production personnel ensuring positive employee relations and building strong employee engagement, driving a culture that will motivates all employees.

- Leading the site in achieving excellence in production, taking responsibility for achieving, monitoring and reporting on performance.

- Identifying and reducing operational waste.

- Working with the Technical Manager to ensure the quality standards of the product.

- Adhering to safe working practices and comply with environmental and hygiene requirements, liaising with appropriate managers where necessary.

- Working closely with Engineering, Dispatch and Technical Services to minimise any disruption to production or dispatch.

- Improving departmental effectiveness by identifying personal training and training of other personnel where appropriate, delivering the necessary training and coaching to others.

You will be a dynamic individual with proven experience of leading and developing a production team within a large scale, high speed and automated manufacturing environment. You will have experience of lean manufacturing techniques, with demonstrable experience of delivering improvement projects and cost saving initiatives. Ideally you will have experience of the plant bread industry and have knowledge of improvement programmes such as Kaizen, Six Sigma, Lean or WCM.  

This is an exceptional opportunity for the motivated and experienced Bakery Manager, who is prepared to work hard within a fast paced FMCG environment.  

Please do not hesitate to apply if you feel you have the experience and background described.

Forest Garden are the UK’s largest manufacturer and distributor of garden timber products with an annual turnover of £50m; they have an opportunity for an ambitious sales professional who is looking to further their career within a dynamic and fast paced environment.

Ideally located centrally in the UK, the successful candidate may already be in a regional sales or account management role and keen to progress within a business that operates across a broad range of customer types and channels.

Experience of working within a seasonal supply business would be an advantage, as would knowledge of a variety of channels and routes to market (e.g. DIY, Builders Merchants, Grocery, High Street, Internet etc.)

Reporting to the Sales & Marketing Director, responsibilities within this high profile role include:

• The formulation of a clear business development plan to encompass existing and potential new customers
• Liaising with the Sales Management team within their existing customer base to deliver on the plan
• Targeting and delivering additional business within new customers and channels
• Working with the Marketing team to develop and implement appropriate initiatives to secure new business

In return, the company can offer a competitive salary with a highly attractive bonus based on success and the opportunity for significant career development in the future.

Please note that due to the volume of response we are unable to respond to all applications. If you would like any more information please call our recruitment partners, Clear Edge, on 08717 042 900 or email ben.wild@ceselection.com

An opportunity has arisen to join an exciting brand within the cosmetics and fragrance industry. Since entering the market over 100 years ago, the business has become a global success story. Their products are sold in every country in the world and they are now one of the most established and well-regarded beauty businesses globally. The products are sold into all the major department stores and they are now seeking an ambitious Senior National Account Manager to join their thriving team.

As Senior National Account Manager you will manage one National Account Executive and the company’s largest account globally. The products you will handle will be a mixture of prestige and fragrance and you will be tasked with increasing the turnover of this account by 54% over the next three years. Working closely with the marketing team you work to heighten the brands image as a premium product in the market place. You will have full profit and loss accountability, and although office based will spend at least one day a week with your account to ensure the relationship is maintained.

In order to be considered for this opportunity you will have at least 5 years’ experience working within the health and beauty and cosmetics industry managing department store accounts. You will have a passion for the products and have the drive and ambition to achieve the businesses 3 year plan. In your current role you should be working with profit and loss and be confident in your ability to work with numbers. Finally you will be looking to work for a company which is one of the largest in its industry, whilst still having a close and sociable culture. If you are interested and believe you have the right skills, forward your CV today.