| Job Title |
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Business Planner |
| Salary/rate |
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£22000 - £25000/annum Benefits |
| Location |
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Peterborough, Cambridgeshire |
| Job Number |
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128210826 |
| Posted |
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24/05/2012 (18:03) |
| Agency/Employer |
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Henderson Brown Recruitment |
Description
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Our client, a significant business in the Horticulture sector is looking to appoint a Planner to become the focal point between production planning, operations, commercial and logistics. Reporting in to the Senior buyer, the primary objective of the role is to manage the loading of the production unit ensuring that raw materials are brought in to the business in line with customer forecasts. Managing the plan to deliver daily production schedules driven by customer demand ensuring that resources are available within the supply chain to make the schedules achievable. The candidate: * We are looking for a highly organised individual with excellent material planning skills * The successful candidate must be able to easily interpret high volumes of data * They will have advanced competency in IT packages such as Excel and other related systems * A full understanding of MRP systems would be a distinct advantage, although full training will be provided * The ideal candidate will also be required to take a proactive role in identifying areas for improvement within current practices and procedures * This is a respected position and requires an articulate individual with a professional and personable manner *Ideally experience in a food manufacturing environment * The role is Mon-Fri based but will require additional hours as required to efficiently run the business. The salary is negotiable upon experience but is likely to be circa £22k-25k + benefits Get in touch with Henderson Brown today to view all of our current food jobs and fresh produce jobs and also to find out more about our horticulture , fresh produce recruitment and food recruitment services.
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Permanent |
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N/A |
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ASAP |
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| Job Title |
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Trading Assistant |
| Salary/rate |
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£20000 - £25000/annum Benefits |
| Location |
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Cambridgeshire |
| Job Number |
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128210825 |
| Posted |
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24/05/2012 (17:58) |
| Agency/Employer |
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Henderson Brown Recruitment |
Description
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Our client is a major player in Horticulture and is now clearly established in the UK with a strong relationship with all of their customers. Due to continued growth they are now looking for a Trading Assistant to join the business and assist the procurement team in looking after their major account. The role will be to: *Run daily sales/profit reports and analyse data *Update Promotional activity *Drive inbound and in store availability *Maintain high levels of administration accuracy *Communicate and liaise regularly with the customers stores *Ensure all new lines are implemented and listed correctly *Liaise with suppliers and ensure accurate billing is submitted *Answer & resolve store, depot and supplier queries within a 24 hour service level agreement period *Manage costs, retail and match rates Reporting in to the Senior Buyer, you will have had some experience in working in a fast paced short shelf life environment or you will be a recent graduate who is looking for an netry position in a FMCG environment. Ideally you will have experience within the horticulture or fresh food sector or just have an empathy with it. They want someone who is accurate, pro active and can work under pressure. This is a great opportunity to work for an established and growing business which has ambitious plans for the future, where you will be able to make a major contribution. The salary is negotiable upon experience but is likely to be £20-25k+ benefits Get in touch with Henderson Brown today to view all of our current food jobs and fresh produce jobs and also to find out more about our fresh produce recruitment and food
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Permanent |
| Contract Length |
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N/A |
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ASAP |
| Contact Details |
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| Job Title |
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Sales Controller |
| Salary/rate |
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£50000 - £55000/annum package |
| Location |
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East of England, East Anglia |
| Job Number |
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122253368 |
| Posted |
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24/05/2012 (16:41) |
| Agency/Employer |
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Henderson Brown Recruitment |
Description
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Our client is one of the largest food distribution specialists in the UK. As part of their future growth plan they are looking for an experienced Account Manager to drive their sales with one of their UK retail customers, grow in their sector and manage a small commercial account management team.
They are looking for an experienced individual, who has a proven track record, who can spot the opportunities for growth and go and get them. The ideal candidate will have experience in selling logistics services to the UK retail sector. You must have exposure to one of the top four multiples
If your reputation and track record is beyond reproach and you have the energy, enthusiasm and passion to help grow an already successful company, we'd like to hear from you. Tenacity, persistence and commercial skills such as negotiating, tendering and establishing relationships will all be essential skills for this job. Primary logistics experience is advantageous.
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Permanent |
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N/A |
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ASAP |
| Contact Details |
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| Job Title |
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Assistant Strawberry Grower |
| Salary/rate |
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£20000 - £25000/annum |
| Location |
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West Midlands |
| Job Number |
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122253358 |
| Posted |
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24/05/2012 (15:43) |
| Agency/Employer |
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Henderson Brown Recruitment |
Description
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Our client is an established company supplying produce to the retail, wholesale and foodservice sectors in the UK, growing here in the UK as well as importing produce all year round. Due to business growth in certain areas they need to bring in an Assistant Grower to help with increasing demand.
You will be a Grower at the early stages of your career with some agronomy skills, particularly BASIS and FACTS qualified if possible, and have a keen and passionate interest in getting the best yields against the backdrop of demanding specifications from the retail clients. You will already have begun to get a successful record of production, including quality management, crop husbandry and crop management from planting to harvest. Prospects are excellent for the right candidates and a wide range of experience will be considered in order to find the right personalities for the future.
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Permanent |
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N/A |
| Start Date |
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ASAP |
| Contact Details |
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| Job Title |
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Planner |
| Location |
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Suffolk |
| Job Number |
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122253329 |
| Posted |
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24/05/2012 (11:51) |
| Agency/Employer |
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Henderson Brown Recruitment |
Description
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This is an opportunity to join a progressive manufacturer in Suffolk who are looking to strengthen their planning team.
Your key responsibilities will include; - Using Excel to produce daily production plans - Material control - Producing planning reports - Dealing with planning/scheduling issues - Continuous improvement of systems and processes You are likely to have had experience within a similar position ie within manufacturing, engineering, food manufacturing, fmcg, chemicals, packaging or similar fast moving environments.
You will ideally have strong communication skills, a flexible approach and the confidence to question the status quo whilst used to working to tight deadlines within a fast moving environment.
Strong IT skills are essential and you will be using Excel for planning. An understanding of continuous improvement would be advantageous together with a proactive approach to problem solving.
This role is commutable from Ipswich, Stowmarket, Bury St Edmunds, Thetford, Diss, Framlingham, Woodbridge, Colchester, Felixstowe, Hadleigh and Newmarket.
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| Job Type |
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Permanent |
| Contract Length |
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N/A |
| Start Date |
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ASAP |
| Contact Details |
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| Job Title |
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Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer |
| Salary/rate |
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£35000 - £38000/annum benefits |
| Location |
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Lincolnshire |
| Job Number |
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128210342 |
| Posted |
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18/05/2012 (11:08) |
| Agency/Employer |
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Henderson Brown Recruitment |
Description
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Working for a leading food manufacturer, this is an exciting opportunity for a multi-skilled engineer with experience of working in fmcg, food manufacturing, packaging or similar fast paced environments. You will ideally have skills / experience in the following areas;
- carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance on a range of manufacturing plant and equipment - good all round mechanical and electrical skills - PLC knowledge and experience would be useful - a strong team player with good interpersonal and communication skills - working a night shift - 3 on, 3 off This is a great opportunity so please email your details and contact me to find out more asap!
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| Job Type |
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Permanent |
| Contract Length |
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N/A |
| Start Date |
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ASAP |
| Contact Details |
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| Job Title |
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Category and Insight Manager |
| Salary/rate |
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£35000 - £45000/annum Benefits |
| Location |
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Peterborough, Cambridgeshire |
| Job Number |
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128210183 |
| Posted |
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16/05/2012 (12:40) |
| Agency/Employer |
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Henderson Brown Recruitment |
Description
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Our client is one of the larger players in the food industry, a supplier to the major multiples who are now looking to strengthen their team by recruiting an exceptional category and insight manager to help drive their business forward. Working with the account management teams, this role will involve analysing the weekly sales and forecast budget by product line for the major multiple accounts they deal with, and spotting the opportunities by data analysis. With the vast amount of data available the successful candidate will filter this in to clear and concise reports which will allow the commercial teams to make recommendations on key product lines and categories with their major customers. The role will involve working with the buying and category management teams of some of the UK's largest retailers in developing plans to drive sales forward for both retailer and supplier, helping them achieve exceptional category growth. Running focus groups, managing data suppliers such as TNS, Dunnhumby and AC Nielson will all be part of this role. This is a great opportunity to work for an established and profitable business which has ambitious plans for the future, where you will be able to make a major contribution. The salary is negotiable upon experience but is likely to be £35-45k+ benefits Get in touch with Henderson Brown today to view all of our current food jobs and fresh produce jobs and also to find out more about our fresh produce recruitment and food
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| Job Type |
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Permanent |
| Contract Length |
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N/A |
| Start Date |
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ASAP |
| Contact Details |
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| Job Title |
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Junior Fresh Produce Trader |
| Salary/rate |
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£25000 - £30000/annum |
| Location |
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London |
| Job Number |
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118453721 |
| Posted |
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16/05/2012 (12:37) |
| Agency/Employer |
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Henderson Brown Recruitment |
Description
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This company is an importer of fresh produce to the UK for sale to the wholesale and other sectors and is keen to continue their growth with their customers. They are looking for a Junior Fruit Trader for the Wholesale Markets in the UK.
You will have at least a year of experience in a sales role or have been working for a company supplying wholesalers in at least one of the major markets in the UK and are looking to step up into a trading role. You will need to be resilient, persistent, able to build up fantastic relationships and have the passion to outperform your competitors. It goes without saying that early starts are the norm with this type of role.
The rewards are in line with efforts and achievements - and we are looking for high achievers!
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| Job Type |
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Permanent |
| Contract Length |
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N/A |
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ASAP |
| Contact Details |
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| Job Title |
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National Account Manager |
| Salary/rate |
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£45000 - £60000/annum benefits |
| Location |
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Bedfordshire |
| Job Number |
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128210182 |
| Posted |
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16/05/2012 (12:35) |
| Agency/Employer |
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Henderson Brown Recruitment |
Description
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Our client is a major player in Fruit and is clearly established in the UK with strong relationships with all of their customers. Due to continued growth they are now looking for a National Account Manager to join the business and not only assist in looking after several of their major accounts, but also to identify new opportunities and develop new business. Reporting in to the Managing Director, you will have had some experience in dealing with either multiple grocer accounts or high street multiple retailers in a responsive and professional manner. You be handling the day to day contact and liaison with the customer as well as developing a business development strategy to fully exploit all the opportunities available. Ideally you will have experience within the fruit sector or with fresh produce, but overall they just want someone who is tenacious with strong communication skills and who will, over time, be able to make an impact to the sales growth for the business. This is a great opportunity to work for an established and profitable business which has ambitious plans for the future, where you will be able to make a major contribution. The salary is negotiable upon experience but is likely to be £50-65k+ benefits Get in touch with Henderson Brown today to view all of our current food jobs and fresh produce jobs and also to find out more about our fresh produce recruitment and food
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| Job Type |
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Permanent |
| Contract Length |
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N/A |
| Start Date |
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ASAP |
| Contact Details |
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| Job Title |
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Fruit Commercial Procurement Manager |
| Salary/rate |
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£45000 - £60000/annum |
| Location |
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East Midlands, UK |
| Job Number |
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128210174 |
| Posted |
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16/05/2012 (11:52) |
| Agency/Employer |
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Henderson Brown Recruitment |
Description
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Our client is a very well known and successful supplier to the UK retail sector and has a new opportunity for a Buyer to join the team and make rapid progress in terms of their career. There's nothing to be fixed with this job but the chance to strengthen their position and enhance the relationships they already have with customers and suppliers is a realistic and potentially rewarding one.
You must have at least five years experience in sourcing fruit and fresh produce from overseas and demonstrate a track record of increasing profits through careful negotiation and a sustainable manner. Long-term relationships are as important as the ability to trade 'keenly' so an in-depth understanding of the supply chain is essential.
You should be highly numerate, passionate about achieving success, be an excellent communicator and the ability to speak more than one European language would prove very useful.
ONLY CANDIDATES WITH RELEVANT PRODUCE EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED.
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Permanent |
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N/A |
| Start Date |
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ASAP |
| Contact Details |
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| Job Title |
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Engineering Manager |
| Location |
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Essex |
| Job Number |
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107786630 |
| Posted |
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14/05/2012 (14:16) |
| Agency/Employer |
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Henderson Brown Recruitment |
Description
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Great opportunity for an Engineering Manager to join an expanding and successful food manufacturer.
You will be responsible for leading a team of multi-skilled engineers , ensuring H&S compliance, continuous improvement and process flow. You will be focusing on capital projects, from research, justification and planning through to project management and successful completion. You may be either an experienced Engineering Manager within food / fmcg manufacturing or perhaps looking to further progress your career within maintenance / engineering management.
Please contact me to discuss this opportunity further or email your CV and contact details asap!
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Permanent |
| Contract Length |
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N/A |
| Start Date |
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ASAP |
| Contact Details |
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| Job Title |
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Graduate Food Technologist |
| Location |
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Norfolk |
| Job Number |
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117195664 |
| Posted |
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14/05/2012 (11:33) |
| Agency/Employer |
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Henderson Brown Recruitment |
Description
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This is a great opportunity for a graduate from within food science or food technology to become part of a creative and innovative NPD team within a leading food manufacturer. Responsibilities will include; - technical support - new raw material specifications - maintenance of existing specifications (including 3rd party components) - liaising with suppliers to ensure all documentation and information is collated - developing, improving and maintaining approval procedures for raw materials and 3rd parties You will ideally have some experience of working within the food industry ie be familiar with Food Safety & Quality systems such as HACCP and ISO9001. An understanding of food legislation within the UK would also be useful. Highly organised with strong attention to detail, you will be degree qualified (or equivalent) in Food Technology, Food Science or perhaps Chemical Science or Pharmaceutical Science and be looking to develop your career within food manufacturing.
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| Job Type |
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Permanent |
| Contract Length |
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N/A |
| Start Date |
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ASAP |
| Contact Details |
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| Job Title |
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HR Officer |
| Location |
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Suffolk |
| Job Number |
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123224776 |
| Posted |
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14/05/2012 (11:20) |
| Agency/Employer |
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Henderson Brown Recruitment |
Description
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Great opportunity with a successful and expanding business who are looking to strengthen their HR team!
Responsibilities will include;
- recruitment
- absence management
- employment law advice and support eg disciplinaries, grievances
Highly organised with great interpersonal skill, you will be looking for an interesting role within a fast paced and exciting environment. You will ideally be CIPD qualified (or equivalent) with c3-5 years (or equivalent) experience working within Human Resources.
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Permanent |
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N/A |
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ASAP |
| Contact Details |
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| Job Title |
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Commercial Support * Commercial Administrator * Sales Support * |
| Location |
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Lincolnshire |
| Job Number |
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128209797 |
| Posted |
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10/05/2012 (15:06) |
| Agency/Employer |
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Henderson Brown Recruitment |
Description
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Working for a leading food manufacturer, this is a newly created position and as such, we are searching for someone who can make this role their own.
You will be working closely with the Commercial Manager and supporting the commercial team with a broad range of administrative functions. Responsibilities will include the following;
- Managing all internal and external documentation -Tracking performance against forecast targets - Gathering, collating and analysing data - Maintaining data management systems
You will be highly organised with great IT skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc) and a strong team player. Excellent communication skills are a must, you will be able to demonstrate a high level of customer service skills as you will be dealing with external clients as well as internal project teams. Project management skills would be useful together with a 'can do' approach!
This would suit either someone experienced within commercial administration, sales support or commercial support or perhaps a recent graduate (or equivalent) in a business/commercial/marketing related discipline.
This role is commutable from Spalding, Boston, Kings Lynn, Wisbech, Peterborough, Market Deeping, Bourne.
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| Job Type |
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Permanent |
| Contract Length |
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N/A |
| Start Date |
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ASAP |
| Contact Details |
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| Job Title |
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Junior Account Manager |
| Salary/rate |
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£23000 - £28000/annum |
| Location |
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Hampshire |
| Job Number |
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128209695 |
| Posted |
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09/05/2012 (16:35) |
| Agency/Employer |
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Henderson Brown Recruitment |
Description
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This client has an enviable reputation as a progressive, successful supplier to the UK retailers, as well as other customers, and continues to go from strength to strength. They have an excellent supply base, are innovative and invest in NPD activities and have strong relationships with their customers.
They are looking to add to their existing commercial team by bringing in a junior member with great potential that will grow with the role. You will need to have some commercial experience already in a sales environment and if that is supplying a retail customer, all the better. You will have great attention to detail, a strong desire to succeed and be willing to go the extra mile for your customers. Communication skills must be excellent, numeracy and written skills need to be top drawer and negotiating skills will be needed. You must have the right attitude to do well in this role.
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| Job Type |
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Permanent |
| Contract Length |
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N/A |
| Start Date |
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ASAP |
| Contact Details |
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| Job Title |
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Raw Materials Manager |
| Salary/rate |
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£45000 - £50000/annum package |
| Location |
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East of England, East Anglia |
| Job Number |
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128209691 |
| Posted |
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09/05/2012 (16:05) |
| Agency/Employer |
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Henderson Brown Recruitment |
Description
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Our client is a very widely respected business with an excellent reputation in the market place and a hugely successful history behind them. They are continuing to grow and also to make improvements to processes where necessary and one of the areas experiencing positive change is the procurement department.
You will have a background in buying raw materials and ingredients already within the UK agricultural sector and understand how things work with commodities, particularly fundamental analysis. You must be able to demonstrate advanced negotiation skills, category management, change management and be able to engage with and influence all stakeholders. Your communication skills must be excellent, you must be able to motivate yourself and those around you and positively challenge existing practices within the business.
A good degree and CIPS qualification would be ideal and the potential to grow and take on more responsibility would suit this company as prospects are excellent for the right candidates.
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Permanent |
| Contract Length |
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N/A |
| Start Date |
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ASAP |
| Contact Details |
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| Job Title |
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Fruit Quality Assurance |
| Salary/rate |
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£18000 - £20000/annum |
| Location |
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Kent |
| Job Number |
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128209685 |
| Posted |
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09/05/2012 (15:39) |
| Agency/Employer |
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Henderson Brown Recruitment |
Description
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Our client is on of the best known fresh produce companies in the UK and have enjoyed sugnificant success supplying the major UK retailers over recent years. They have a great reputation in the industry and are working hard to enhance that even further.
They are now looking to bring in additional resource to the packhouse team and need a QA to join them in July 2012. You must have experience in the UK in a fresh produce packhouse already, be able to communicate in English to a reasonable standard and have the determination to succeed in the role. You must have a strong personality, good attention to detail and a passion for doing the job well.
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| Job Type |
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Permanent |
| Contract Length |
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N/A |
| Start Date |
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July |
| Contact Details |
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| Job Title |
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Assistant Quality Manager |
| Salary/rate |
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£23000 - £24000/annum |
| Location |
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Kent |
| Job Number |
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122252151 |
| Posted |
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09/05/2012 (15:26) |
| Agency/Employer |
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Henderson Brown Recruitment |
Description
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Our client is one of the leading companies in their specific sector of fruit in the UK and have a wide portfolio of customers who all demand the highest standard of care when it comes to the product.
You must have at least three years experience in a similar role, have good attention to detail, be driven to succeed and be able to manage a small team. You should be able to demonstrate good communication skills, the ability to motivate others and show an appropriate level of 'steel' and determination, particularly where change is needed.
ONLY FRESH PRODUCE EXPERIENCED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.
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| Job Type |
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Permanent |
| Contract Length |
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N/A |
| Start Date |
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ASAP |
| Contact Details |
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| Job Title |
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Head of Technical |
| Salary/rate |
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£60000 - £70000/annum |
| Location |
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Kent |
| Job Number |
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128209679 |
| Posted |
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09/05/2012 (15:04) |
| Agency/Employer |
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Henderson Brown Recruitment |
Description
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Our client is a well known and respected fruit business in the UK and overseas and has an great reputation for delivering on it's promises. They have built very strong relationships with their growers, suppliers and customers and strive to improve the team in order to achieve better results.
They are looking for an experienced fruit or fresh produce Technical Manager who will help to bring further improvement, help to build on existing successes and ensure the future looks good with all stakeholders. You will be an excellent communicator and team manager, be able to motivate people to reach and exceed their objectives and targets. You must have experience and knowledge of both pre and post harvest and be able to advise people accordingly. Attention to detail and a determination to succeed are a must.
ONLY CANDIDATES WITH RELEVANT FRESH PRODUCE EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.
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Permanent |
| Contract Length |
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N/A |
| Start Date |
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ASAP |
| Contact Details |
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| Job Title |
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Financial Audit and Implementation Manager |
| Salary/rate |
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£50000 - £60000/annum Benefits |
| Location |
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East of England, East Anglia |
| Job Number |
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101345141 |
| Posted |
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09/05/2012 (12:55) |
| Agency/Employer |
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Henderson Brown Recruitment |
Description
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Our client is a leading global fresh produce business involved in supplying some of the world's leading retailers. The business has grown considerably over the last 10 years and the business is complex with a large number of business operations operating a truly global supply chain.
As a result of this expansion they are looking to appoint a Financial Auditor to examine every business they operate in globally and examine the systems and processes they are currently running. From this they are looking to pull together worldwide best practices, draw up an implementation plan and then go on and deliver it.
This is a key position reporting in at board level, we are looking therefore for a qualified accountant with fresh produce or chilled food experience, someone who understands the speed of the supply chain and the nuances and complexities associated with it. The role will initially involve travel globally, but it will appeal to someone who has a passion for business improvement, who enjoys a challenge and who wants to help a large and rapidly growing business develop further.
Applicants must possess a relevant Finance based qualification, preferably ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent, and will ideally be from an FMCG industry.
The salary is negotiable upon experience but is likely to be circa £50k-£60k + benefits Get in touch with Henderson Brown today to view all of our current food jobs and fresh produce jobs and also to find out more about our horticulture , fresh produce recruitment and food recruitment services.
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Permanent |
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N/A |
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ASAP |
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