Two opportunities have arisen within a national agricultural merchant for a Grain Buyer and a Grain Trader based in Northamptonshire. A client list will be inherited by the successful applicant although bringing and/or building your own portfolio will be paramount. Experience isn't a pre-requisite for the buyer role, if you are able to show you have the capacity to be fast tracked to fully integrate within the experienced team, although an understanding of agriculture and the buying process would be an advantage. Experienced buyers looking to progress or existing traders looking for a new challenge are invited to apply for the trading role within an expanding business. Good communication, negotiation and relationship building skills are essential for both these roles.

An excellent opportunity with a national agricultural merchant has arisen for an on-farm commodity trader. Dealing mainly with seed, ag-chem and grain, the ideal candidate will have an existing client base or be willing to move to areas where the company is currently poorly represented and grow their own portfolio. Success will be well rewarded within this ambitious, growing company. The Role; Building strong, lasting relationships with suppliers and customers Develop and grow new business in all regions of the UK Success will be well rewardedThe Candidate will have; A desire to grow your own portfolio Good contacts within the industry and the ability to develop new ones Thorough understanding of the agricultural industry Good communication skills and the ability to work autonomously are taken as read.

We are working with one of the country's leading fresh produce businesses who are currently looking for a Senior National Account Manager to work with one or more of their key retailer accounts. Proven track record and tenacity are a must have! Role:- Working closely with the senior management team to drive forward key retailer accounts Utilising market data to guide and develop the business planning, but also to capitalise on opportunities Working closely (almost collaboratively) with the retailers to ensure all round successful outcomesThe Candidate:- Must have a background in managing key retailer accounts, ideally in fresh produce, but they may consider fresh food. Understanding pace is essential Will have a meticulous approach and be able to hold their ground in potentially tricky negotiations. Must have a good head for numbers and the ability to present information in a compelling and influential way.

We are currently looking for an energetic and established produce trader, based in the Evesham area. If you have a few years experience working with wholesale markets and/or foodservice and have the potential to bring some immediate business with you, then this could be the perfect fit! The Role Maintaining excellent level of service to a number of established and new customers Bringing new products to the business, whilst developing new customers and supply routes Working closely with the business, constantly ensuring the actions that are being taken are in their best interestThe Candidate Will ideally have a few years experience in wholesale/foodservice trading, but could also be a junior trader looking to step up and take more responsibility Must have fresh produce experience (doesn't matter if it is fruit, veg or salad) with your own book of supplier and customers Will be driven and hungry to develop business and relationshipsIf this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please don't hesitate to get in touch with Morten Andresen. Morten specialises in our Sales and Commercial roles and is only too happy to have a confidential conversation to try and help you find the best role for you.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a market leader in Food manufacturing as a Shift Production Supervisor. The ideal candidate will have the ability to oversee production operations and deliver KPIs, coach & develop team members, whilst taking an active role in project work to include lean manufacturing projects. The role will have direct responsibility for line leaders and will include accountability for: KPIs, Training, RTWs, 1st Level Performance AppraisalsAs this is a food manufacturer you must have the ability to work to tight deadlines and perform effectively under pressure, and experience within this sector is needed. Should you have the relevant experience please forward your CV for consideration.

A well known family owned business within the FMCG sector is currently recruiting for an Operations Manager. This business is a well established leader within its sector and is currently growing with exciting new contracts. They process and supply into a whole host of sectors but Primarily Automotive and Food Manufacturing. As Site Production manager you will be accountable for: All Operational Performance Indicators, Site leadership Staff development plans and KPIs Delivering the daily performance Service Level Agreements Working with the Managing Director for 'Medium Term' planning Project lead Process Improvement Lean ConceptsIf you have the relevant experience please forward your CV in the first instance.

A position has been created for a analytical minded candidate with excellent computer skills to join an established garden retail team. In this position you will be charged with looking after the site's Epos system. Candidate requirements: Excellent Excel skills and a head for numbers is a must. Experience working with Epos would be advantageous. Retail knowledge is desirable. Demonstrable management skills are also required as the successful candidate will be managing a small team.

A great opportunity to join a leading fresh produce business to manage the day to day quality systems for the business, including due diligence and management of the quality auditors. The role Operating and managing the central Quality System Responsibility for managing BRC audit of central system Managing the internal audit program Maintaining import supplier due diligence records. Being part of daily stock selection / order planning based on quality with production team Managing quality claims process Implementation of further ERP system developments (quality control modules)The candidate Internal auditor trained and BRC experience QMS experience Excellent communicator Staff Management HACCP trained Fruit experience preferred

A fresh produce business is looking for a Site Manager for their busy and growing operation. This is an opportunity for an experienced Operations / Site Manager already operating within the Food FMCG or Fresh Produce Sector to advance their career and lead an exciting new division within an established company. Ideally you will already be operating within a fresh produce business who currently supplies both retail supply chain and foodservice sectors. You will have had full Operations accountability on a day to day level, including full KPI responsibility and labour cost organisation. If you have the relevant experience please send your CV in the first instance.

Based in Cambridgeshire, our client is an innovative and niche business supplying both the retail and foodservice sectors. An opportunity has arisen for an experienced foodservice professional to join the business and help them drive this area forward. The Role:- Manage and develop the businesses food service accounts. Obtaining new business is strongly encouraged! Preparing business plans, targets and objectives and working to achieve these Review performance on a monthly basis and presenting this back to the Senior Commercial teamThe Candidate:- Must have a strong background in managing foodservice accounts, with a proven track record within the food industry Will have excellent communication and computer skills Must have the ability to build and maintain lasting relationships with customers Will be self motivated with a drive to develop business

Are you a keen and enthusiastic individual who would like to join a growing business? Do you have: Good attention to detail, Excellent stock control skills, A keen interest in numbers, Good IT skills, Excellent report writing? If so, I have a great opportunity for a role within a planning function, where you will be responsible for the checking, recording & storing of stocks as they arrive, reports & discrepancies, & ensuring sufficient stock of the correct quality is available at all times.

Looking for an excellent team leader, with previous experience within a FMCG fresh produce business Responsible for running the day to day print facility of a direct mail organisation Excellent customer service required Accurate data analysis of orders

This is a supporting role to the procurement team of a fresh produce business. You will be responsible for: Controlling stock levels Managing the supply chain of incoming goods Invoice checking General administration for the procurement teamThe Candidate Previous experience in a similar role Good attention to detail Excellent communication skill Excellent IT skills Understanding of supply chain.

A Pack House within the East Midlands is currently recruiting for a Multi-skilled engineering manager for their re fitted Fresh Produce business. This role will report directly to the Site General Manager. The right Candidate: Experience within Food FMCG, preferably within Fresh Produce Both Electrical and Mechanical engineering skills To maintain plant & equipment to the required standard, using & developing the PPM system. Ensure repairs to plant & equipment are carried out in an efficient and safe manner. Accurate work ethic - attention to detail Able to manage paperwork accurately, including PPM schedules, Work log and order requests. Experience of managing the engineering function within a food production environment Ability to liaise across departments Please apply by sending your CV if you have the required skills and experience

Our client is a rapidly growing supplier of food to a number of major supermarket customers As they secure new business and to assist with continued growth they are now looking for an experienced Site Technical Manager As the STM you would be expected to be involved in many different aspects of the business. Including, but not confined to, site auditing, staff management and training and customer interface, including new product development. The role therefore requires a 'hands on' approach but with a strategic vision It would suit someone who has experience in a larger business but is keen to lose the corporate nature of what they are doing. Someone who wants to get back to basics and be part of team in a small but fast growing company Salary to match experience

We have a few clients based in East Anglia, looking to strengthen their New Product Development teams, for either a Development Chef or Development Manager Do you understand the gate process? Do you understand systems and processes? Are you creative and innovative? Do you enjoy dealing with retailers? Are you passionate about food?If you can answer yes to the above questions, please call for more details

Are you a chef, and keen to progress your career? You'll support the product development functions, with menu development within a leading retailer. This is not an innovation role, but more about working closely with the product developers, and managing the gate process. You will be responsible for showcasing the food hall products, with a strong focus on quality. You will manage the detail specifications of all recipes to ensure that the field chefs are following them, and that every product produced is the same. You will ideally come from a chef background, and will have worked in some of the best multi-sited restaurants in the UK Excellent writing skills You will need to be collaborative and diplomatic, and be able to influence other colleagues Good project management skills Be up to speed with competitor menus and food trends Good project management skills, and be able to be hands on

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a leading food development and innovation team as a product developer. The role Delivering product strategy as agreed by the business unit Keep up to date with technological changes in the food industry and identify opportunities for packaging and product development Follow the product and packaging stage gate process, and ensure the product development critical path targets are met Identify commercial product opportunities that show creativity and passion for foodThe candidate Previous food development experience is essential Strong passion and creative flair Excellent stakeholder management skills Experience of NPD systems and procedures Project management skills To be able to work at pace, and deliver quality and innovative products

A local food processing business is looking for a Team Leader for the packing operation. The business is a successful Fresh Produce company within the retail and foodservice supply chain. They are in need of an experienced Supervisor to lead the day-to-day production and packing for this busy environment. If you have led a small number of people in a busy and fast-paced food environment then please forward your details for more info.

An expanding food manufacturing business is looking to strengthen their planning team. You will be responsible for the management of all materials and packaging for the factory to ensure 100% availability for production needs and customer orders, whist minimising waste and losses within the supply chain. The role Scheduling daily product in an efficient and cost effective manner, to include labour Monitoring and reporting customer service information Producing short and long term forecasts for suppliers Monitor and report KPIs for the department Daily input and reconciliation of raw materials finish goods and packaging stocksThe candidate Proven experience in a planning / scheduling role ideally within an FMCG business Excellent IT skills and MRP experience Excellent attention to detail with the ability to problem solve and come up with initiatives Ability to analyse and interpret data Excellent commercial awareness and influencing skills