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Business Development Manager, EMEA Electronics Engineering UK, Italy or Germany - Remote with 50% travelling to clients and events Are you a driven and strategic sales professional with a passion for innovation? We are seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to join our client's team and drive growth in key OEM markets across EMEA. Our Client: Our client builds tough electronic control and display systems-hardware plus software-that let industrial machines (like engines, pumps, generators, and hydraulic equipment) run better, safer, and smarter. They partner with equipment makers to integrate these systems seamlessly into their machines so users get clear data, reliable control, and efficient performance-even in tough environments. Their multi-disciplined teams offer diverse experiences, and they have been recognized as a top workplace in Manufacturing & Production for three consecutive years. The Role: This is a pivotal role responsible for identifying and securing new enterprise-level OEM accounts. You will focus on core markets such as Recreational Vehicles, Construction, and Off-Highway specialty vehicles, with potential to expand into tangential markets like On-Highway Motorcycles and Food Service. You will manage the entire customer relationship, from opportunity identification to securing signed contracts for development and production. Leveraging internal technical resources, you will position and propose their platform technologies and customization capabilities in Displays, Controllers, and Connectivity to secure long-term business. A key aspect of this role is ensuring a seamless handover of accounts to their Key Account Management team once contracts are signed. Key Responsibilities: • Development and execution of sales plans aligned with long-term EMEA strategic goals., • Generate lead lists for key stakeholders within target customer accounts., • Utilize various channels, including email, LinkedIn, and trade shows, to engage with specified stakeholders., • Maintain accurate records within their CRM system., • Actively participate in sales meetings and training programs., • Secure meetings with targets to qualify opportunities and achieve Proof of Concept (POC) engagements., • Formally quote new opportunities., • Manage the process for mutually signing long-term agreements (LTAs) and master supply agreements (MSAs)., • Formally hand off opportunities to Engineering and Key Account Management, providing ongoing support for commercial or contractual matters. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or an equivalent qualification with proven experience (Ideally but not essential), • Fluency in written and oral English is essential. A second European language (German or Italian preferred) is an advantage. Experience: • Comprehensive sales experience with a minimum of 5 years selling technical solutions to equipment OEMs., • Excellent knowledge of off-highway (industrial and/or recreational) and agricultural markets, particularly concerning instrumentation and control solutions., • Extensive knowledge and understanding of automotive, stationary industrial engines, commercial vehicle markets & trends., • Experience in sales, account management, or business development in technical environments is preferred., • Demonstrated ability to manage customer expectations, resolve concerns, and minimize relationship risks., • Experience negotiating contracts, pricing, and renewals in line with company objectives. Skills & Attributes: • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal teams and customers., • Skilled in presenting product value propositions to large groups and participating in trade shows and industry events., • Strong organizational abilities to manage multiple accounts while maintaining timely responses to customer inquiries., • A customer-first mindset focused on delivering exceptional service and solutions. Travel & Location: • Based within the EU (Germany or Italy preferred)., • Willingness to travel 50% or more of the time within the EMEA region for customer visits, trade shows, and training seminars., • Occasional travel to the USA for headquarters visits and trade shows. Reporting Structure: This position reports directly to the Sr. Manager EMEA Sales, with oversight and interaction with the Director, International Sales.

For uncompromising cat parents who want the best, KatKin is revolutionising cat health by transforming the lives of cats through superior nutrition. We’re Europe’s first fresh-cooked cat food, made with 100% human-grade meat, gently cooked and frozen to lock in freshness. As a disruptor in the $185bn pet food market, KatKin was founded to challenge the low standards set by the traditional cat food industry, which is worth $50bn globally and is this fastest growing segment in the pet care market. The concept for fresh food is well established in the US, particularly in Dog, with the Farmers’ Dog surpassing >$1B in sales proving the scale of the opportunity. KatKin is vertically integrated across R&D, manufacturing, sales, and marketing. To date, we've delivered around 62 million fresh meals to over 270,000 happy, healthy cats across the UK. Our team of over 150 spans several locations, including London, USA, and our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Haverhill, Suffolk. We also have customer service teams in both London and South Africa. KatKin operates a direct-to-consumer (D2C) model supported by a first-class, dedicated customer service team. In addition to our eCommerce channel, our Fresh food and Pantry products are also sold through a growing number of select third-party platforms, including Ocado, Amazon, and Pets at Home. Where the competition cuts corners, catfishes customers, and puts profits over health, KatKin puts cat well-being first. No shortcuts. No secret recipes. We’re cutting the fluff, thinking fresh, and channelling hardcore love into industry-wide change. So cats live long and cat parents can love hard without compromise. If you want to join an ambitious, mission-driven, high-growth startup that’s making a genuine difference to cats’ (and their people’s) lives, you’ll love working at KatKin. You’ll be surrounded by knowledgeable scientists, big creative thinkers, astute business minds, and a whole team of hardcore cat parents. We’re a small, entrepreneurial, creative team, focused on the mission to give all cats the food they deserve - 100% fresh human-grade meat. As a Business Development Principal, you’ll have end-to-end ownership of high-impact work and projects that are critical to driving our growth and innovation. Reporting directly to the co-CEO and founder, you will work cross-functionally to answer the big questions, identify opportunities and develop and implement strategies to unlock new revenue streams, improve operational efficiency and deliver value for our customers. In our fast-paced start-up environment, you’ll need to be scrappy, resourceful, and hands-on. You should be comfortable wearing multiple hats and making decisions in ambiguity. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping KatKin’s future with your ability to manage complexity, influence stakeholders, interpret data and deliver results. KatKin Business Development initiatives to date have included management of large scale production change, launching new acquisition channels (direct sales and influencer marketing), key support on fundraising, launching and scaling retail in UK and EU, scoping international DTC expansion, reviewing and owning internal initiatives such as company-wide employee survey and onboarding. End-to-End Initiative Ownership: Autonomously lead high-priority, cross-functional initiatives from ideation to execution, delivering measurable business impact - first initiative will focus on Fresh and Pantry product NPD, building on product strategy work currently underway. Strategic Problem Solving: Tackle complex business questions using a hypothesis-based approach (e.g. what should our Fresh product range be?). Where relevant, synthesize internal and external data, leverage team expertise, and conduct market research to bring clarity and direction in ambiguity. Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationships with internal teams and external partners, aligning priorities, securing buy-in and driving collaboration to achieve objectives. Scrappy Execution: Take a practical, hands-on approach to overcome resource constraints, adapting quickly to shifting priorities and challenges, while still delivering high quality results. Data Analytics: Leverage data to support story telling, inform decision-making, measure impact, and optimise initiative performance. Influence and Leadership: Act as a thought leader within the organisation, fostering a culture of innovation, ownership, and excellence. Team management: Oversee direction and delivery of work of the Business Development Manager who will report directly to you. Experience in strategy and business planning: Ideally, you have a background in strategy consulting combined with hands-on experience working within a business environment. Proven track record of delivery: You have owned the scoping, planning and delivery of high impact commercial and/or operational initiatives Problem solving ability: You thrive solving problems in a fast-paced environment, bringing structure to complexity and simplifying in ambiguity. You are able to apply a hypothesis based approach to your work to quickly get to the right answer. Project management skills: You are organised and excel at managing multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously in a time-sensitive, fast-paced environment. Analytical mindset: You excel at distilling data into key insights and actionable takeaways to support your work. You can effectively present them in a way that is easily understood by others. Effective stakeholder management: You can collaborate with diverse stakeholders, leveraging strong influencing skills to secure alignment and buy-in. High Bias for Action: You combine big-picture thinking with a practical ability to execute, quickly identifying and acting on "two-way door" opportunities. High growth potential: You are driven and looking to continue to develop and grow as a senior leader at KatKin. High performance personality: Demonstrated achievements in demanding work, academic, sporting, and/or personal extracurricular pursuits. Thrive in an in-office setting: You value face-to-face connections, collaborative teamwork, and dynamic energy that comes from working alongside passionate people Alignment with Core Principles: You align strongly with KatKin’s core operating principles: Think Big, Relentlessly High Standards, Never Give Up, No Egos, Urgency Matters and One Team. Career-Defining Opportunity: Play a pivotal role in scaling KatKin quickly. Competitive Package: Competitive salary AXA Health Insurance, including optical and dental coverage Annual personal development budget Company-contributed pension EMI equity option grant Culture and Perks: A small, close-knit team with no egos 33 holiday days each year (including bank holidays) plus your birthday off 4-week Work From Anywhere (WFA) policy 12-week maternity/paternity leave policy Discount on KatKin fresh meals Cat (and dog) friendly office

Redzone helps manufacturers make more stuff for less while greatly improving the employee experience. While there is a lot of hype around digital transformation, the factory of the future, and Industry 4.0, the focus has been on the equipment and technology – not the people. At Redzone, we are all about the people, what we call “the connected worker.” We make frontline teams more engaged and more productive so their lives improve while contributing to positive business outcomes. We do this by combining exceptional software and world class coaching, giving our customers an average productivity increase of 22% in 90 days. Redzone brings together Production, Maintenance and Quality teams, improving communication between those teams to resolve issues and increase output. Decision making happens on the shop floor by the people doing the work, in real time, for immediate impact and a better overall employee experience. With over 1800 customers, 2200 plants and 400,000 users, Redzone is changing the way people work – one plant at a time. Under the leadership of the Solutions Director, the Solutions Consultant is responsible for managing activities related to pre-sales and resource planning. This position is full time, exempt, remote and required to travel in the EU per business needs up to 75% of the time during peak sales periods. Responsibilities: Influence prospective customers with support onsite and provide remote executive overviews Be a subject matter expert in all Redzone modules Lead onsite and remote opportunity assessments for prospective customers Provide mentorship and development for account executives Create technical scoping documents and liaise with Project Manager/Implementation teams Rapidly generate analyses such as ROIs, cashflows, and breakeven analyses Coordinate completion of RFP / RFQs Required Skills: Strong ability to influence executives and business owners Ability to create relationships and gain trusted advisor status rapidly with prospective customers High business acumen (operations management, CAPEX planning, budgeting, P&L, etc) Experience with Lean Six Sigma and other continuous improvement methodologies Sound judgement and excellent assessment skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Able to successfully manage multiple projects and tasks under tight deadlines Ability to work in a high paced, high growth environment Fluent in second language advantageous (Italian/Spanish/Other EU) Education/Experience: BA or BS – Relevant fields of study can include and are not limited to: Engineering, Manufacturing, Organizational Leadership/Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Management. MUST HAVE: At least 5 years in a Manufacturing Operations/CI/Compliance leadership role within manufacturing facility (Food and Beverage or Packaging industry highly preferred) • Your health and well being are important to us at QAD. We provide programs that help you strike a healthy work-life balance., • Opportunity to join a growing business, launching into its next phase of expansion and transformation., • Collaborative culture of smart and hard-working people who support one another to get the job done., • An atmosphere of growth and opportunity, where idea-sharing is always prioritized over level or hierarchy., • Compensation packages based on experience and desired skill set. About QAD and QAD Redzone: QAD Inc. is a leading provider of adaptive, cloud-based enterprise software and services for global manufacturing companies. Global manufacturers face ever-increasing disruption caused by technology-driven innovation and changing consumer preferences. In order to survive and thrive, manufacturers must be able to innovate and change business models at unprecedented rates of speed. QAD calls these companies Adaptive Manufacturing Enterprises. QAD Redzone helps to enable QAD’s vision for the Adaptive Enterprise. Labor productivity improvements directly impact efficiency. Productive and empowered employees increase the effective capacity of your plant and accelerate time to productivity for new employees giving manufacturers the agility to increase production beyond what was previously possible without having to invest in production equipment or new plants, and reduce the amount and impact of employee attrition. Empowered employees with a growth mindset take extreme ownership of challenges that impact their production goals, creating resilience in the face of disruption. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. #LI-Remote

At Notpla we’re at the leading edge of sustainable innovation, creating natural alternatives to single-use plastic packaging that’s carefully engineered to create a healthier planet. Founded on the belief that nature knows best, we’re an innovative, ideas and action-oriented scale-up who develop and manufacture uncompromisingly natural packaging solutions from seaweed and plants. As a National or EU Account Manager (depending on background) you will be responsible for building Notpla’s revenue stream through foodservice sales, utilising a combination of existing partnerships and new relationships, to get Notpla’s plastic free packaging solutions into stadiums, restaurants, corporate canteens… everywhere! This is an exciting time to join Notpla, as we are right on the brink of a record-breaking year for revenue and on-track for major growth in the next 18-24 months. We launched our foodservice packaging into the market in 2023, sold 12 million items in 2024 and hope to double that in 2025. Bolstering confidence in our financial performance, we have just secured a Series A+ fundraise for £20million, enabling us to scale our growth and environmental impact faster than ever. Our Sales team sits within our revenue function, working closely with the marketing, business development and finance teams. Led by strong values, all Notpla employees are encouraged to take responsibility for their domain, giving a high level of autonomy. Our aim is to build an inspiring culture that's reflected in our working policies,environment and employees. Besides offering exciting roles and a great working environment, Notpla provides competitive salaries, the potential for EMI Share Options, a zero-carbon pension scheme, discounts with local businesses, and subsidised social activities. Our office first hybrid working policy allows you to work in the manner that maximises your productivity, while still creating a vibrant and collegiate work environment. We are a social business with regular clubs and events, and we are proud of how our diverse workplace has created a community that is all pushing towards the common goal of making plastic disappear. We are looking for someone with direct experience of packaging solutions into the food service industry. You will ideally come with the contacts and relationships required, to help us build further revenue and to expand our market share. The ability to speak multiple languages would be a big advantage. As well as the above, your day to day responsibilities will include: Working with national, regional and international distributors to drive demand for the Notpla product range. Sourcing new potential customers, and responding to incoming leads via the CRM or from the senior leadership team. Working with the design team to drive new SKU production by presenting customer feedback and expectations. Working with the Chief Revenue Officer to give feedback on pricing strategy and proposing commercial rebates or financial incentives as necessary. Creating new business for Notpla by utilising your industry contacts to open up new opportunities for our food service products. Tracking and reporting progress of potential clients on the CRM and in cross-functional team meetings. Develop and operating a comprehensive market map of the potential clients and partners for Notpla, to ensure we are maximising our business development opportunities. Negotiable

Become part of a team that’s setting the global standard for food packaging automation. About PWR – Together We Excel At PWR, we are pioneers in automated robotic packaging solutions that transform food production lines across the world. From bakery and biscuits to snacks, pet food and confectionery, Fresh or frozen, our cutting-edge systems deliver unmatched performance, reliability and lifetime value. What truly sets us apart for you is our culture. We work together—in a friendly, professional environment—where people feel trusted, supported and valued. Our culture is built on: Collaboration, Respect, Dedication, Innovation and Customer Focus. We are seeking an ambitious, enthusiastic Area Sales Manager who thrives on building relationships and helping customers transform their production lines to spearhead growth across the UK North region. You’ll be at the forefront of expanding our instal base, championing our Smartline and Tailored robotic solutions, shaping our presence across multiple food manufacturing environments. This role is territory-focused, field-based and suited to someone with drive, hunger and a “Go Anywhere” mindset—ready to explore opportunities wherever they arise. Perfect for a driven Sales Manager focused on building a strong career in advanced automation. What You will be accountable for · Owning and growing the UK North territory across PWR’s core market sectors. · Achieving ambitious sales targets, selling PWR Smartline and tailored robotic solutions, while building a robust long-term pipeline. · Building strong relationships with existing customers and developing long-term trust. · Driving new business development—playing a major role in expanding our UK install base. · Leading the full sales cycle: prospecting → order closure. · Delivering accurate timely documentation and collaborating hand-in-hand with our technical concepts team to deliver customer-tailored-solutions. · Maintaining accurate CRM and administrative records. Who You Are You’re enthusiastic, curious and passionate about packaging automation. You’re driven by the idea of helping food manufacturers modernise their production using cutting-edge robotics. Skills & Strengths you will bring · Strong communicator able to turn complex concepts into clear customer value. · Technically minded with excellent analytical and interpersonal skills. · Structured planner with a disciplined approach to prospecting and pipeline building. · Confident and proficient in Microsoft 365 tools. Experience You may have (We welcome applicants with growth potential!) · Experience in solution-based sales (capital equipment, automation or packaging ideal). · Experience working closely with customers and internal engineering teams. Your Way of Working · Customer-focused mindset—empathetic, curious and value-driven. · Dynamic, proactive and independent with strong time management. · Ethical, trustworthy, reliable and team-oriented. · Open to coaching and development—aligned with our continuous improvement culture. · Valid driver’s licence and flexibility for travel across the region and Europe. Why You’ll Love Working at PWR At PWR, culture is not a poster on a wall—it’s lived every day. We collaborate, respect one another and celebrate collective wins. We innovate, improve and passionately support our customers. We are building a high-performance team that’s friendly, connected and committed to excellence. You’ll enjoy: · Competitive salary + uncapped commission · Car allowance · Laptop and mobile phone · Pension · 25 days holiday + public holidays · A supportive culture that celebrates contribution and invests in your development · The chance to shape the future of robotic food packaging automation Ready to Shape the Future With Us? If you’re ambitious, energetic and driven to make an impact, we’d love to meet you. Join PWR—and help us set the standard for food packaging automation worldwide. Want to know more? Please send an e-mail to _ to contact our recruiter. Your application has been successfully submitted! _ We appreciate your interest in this position. Unfortunately, you have already applied for this job.

A leading UK-based food manufacturer is seeking a dynamic and experienced Sales Account Manager to support its continued growth across retail, business, and event channels nationwide. Remote Based Position The company produces and distributes high-quality food products and is expanding its footprint across a range of sectors. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded individual to join a fast-growing business and play a key part in its sales strategy. Key Responsibilities: Manage and develop a portfolio of existing accounts across the retail, hospitality, corporate, and event sectors. Identify and secure new business opportunities, with a focus on expanding the company’s presence in target markets. Collaborate with internal teams—including production, marketing, and logistics—to ensure a seamless customer experience. Deliver sales reports, analyse performance, and provide market feedback to support strategic planning. Represent the business at trade shows, industry events, and client meetings throughout the UK. Candidate Profile: Proven experience in sales or account management, ideally within the food or FMCG sector. Strong commercial acumen and a track record of delivering revenue growth. Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. Highly motivated, with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a wider team. Flexibility to travel regularly across the UK.

Chapman Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Engineering Manager to join a well-established food manufacturing business. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineering leader to manage projects, lead engineering teams and drive continuous improvement within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will oversee engineering projects from concept through to commissioning, working closely with production, quality, maintenance and external contractors to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget. Engineering Manager – Key Responsibilities: Lead engineering projects from design through installation, commissioning and handover. Coordinate engineering, quality, maintenance and contractor activities. Develop project plans, schedules and resource allocations. Prepare and manage engineering documentation, drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs). Oversee equipment installation, commissioning and validation. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency and product quality. Provide technical leadership and support to the engineering team. Monitor project progress, manage risks and provide regular updates to stakeholders. Engineering Manager – Essential Experience: 5–10 years' engineering experience with at least 3 years in a leadership role. Strong project management and stakeholder manag...

Night Shift Maintenance Technician Location: London Salary: £40,000 per annum Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday | 21:00 - 05:00 A well-established and growing food manufacturing business is looking to recruit a Night Shift Maintenance Technician to join its engineering team at its Slough site. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer with both mechanical and electrical maintenance experience who is looking to join a successful manufacturer operating within a fast-paced production environment. The Role Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for carrying out planned preventative maintenance and responding to breakdowns to ensure production equipment operates efficiently throughout the night shift. Key Responsibilities Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance. Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults on production machinery. Replace sensors, relays and other electrical components. Carry out basic wiring repairs and replace plugs where required. Fault-find and troubleshoot equipment to minimise downtime. Maintain and repair conveyors, wrapping machines and associated production equipment. Support continuous improvement activities to improve machine reliability and performance. Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with ...

Production Manager Permanent Position Based in Slough, UK Electro-Mechanical Assembly 25 days holiday up to 10.5% company pension contributions Share scheme We are looking for a Production Manager to take ownership of manufacturing operations at a well-established, globally recognised engineering business based in Slough. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company at the forefront of advanced technology solutions, supplying major international brands across industries including food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and marine. This role is perfectly suited to a high-performing Production Supervisor (or Team Leader) who is ready to take the next step into a Production Manager position. If youve been operating at a senior supervisory level, already influencing performance, improving processes, and supporting team development, this is your opportunity to step into a broader leadership role with full operational responsibility. The Opportunity As a key member of the senior operations team, you will lead and develop a production function of up to 30 employees, ensuring the delivery of high-quality engineered products in a fast-paced environment. Youll play a pivotal role in driving efficiency, continuous improvement, and operational excellence, with a strong ...

We have been retained to recruit a Head Chef / Kitchen Manager for an independently owned, family focused, multi-outlet and multi faceted leisure attraction in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Day hours between 9am and 5.30pm! Excellent team culture Good salary & performance driven bonus Our client is looking to appoint an experienced 'face of the business' Head Chef / Kitchen Manager, to be responsible for all aspects of food production & presentation at the venue, including staff management, menu development, food costings and health & safety compliance. Potential candidates for the role of Head Chef / Kitchen Manager, must be able to demonstrate a stable and progressive background, to their current role of Head Chef / Kitchen Manager, gained in 'fresh food focused' kitchens. This experience must be coupled with a genuine passion for food and customer service. The successful candidate for the role of Head Chef / Kitchen Manager will work primarily days only, between 9am and 5.30pm, with a minimum of one full weekend off a month. This is a fantastic, and extremely rare opportunity for an ambitious and driven Head Chef to join the management team at this independently owned venue and play a key role in the development of the food offer and the overall success of the business. Our client is offering a competitive salary, performance related bonus, great working hours and a real team culture to the successful candidate. TPBN1_UKCT