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Location: UK   Our client is a vibrant, dynamic and service orientated business, which manufactures a wide range of savoury ingredients, including seasonings, sauces, marinades, coatings and functional blends. The business will offer you a responsible and diverse activity in a dynamic and future – orientated company with an exciting product portfolio. Our client will inform the chosen candidate of the great importance to a team orientated cooperation in which respect and mutual trust must form the basis of a successful working atmosphere. The company is searching for a talented and driven Lab Technician to join their friendly and focused team. With a positive outlook, excellent company culture and leading staff retention levels, it is important that the candidate is an excellent fit with team. Purpose of the Position To support R&D in food sample preparation, raw material inventory management, customer shipment, general housekeeping, maintenance and calibration of analytical laboratory equipment within a test kitchen setting.   Major Duties & Responsibilities Works with direct supervision to prepare formulas for continued product development needs. Ensures that samples are sent out accurately and on time for customer evaluations. Prepares samples for product presentations to other departments (e.g., Sales, Marketing) and to customers. Ensures test kitchens are supplied with standard raw material for product development needs. Ensures appropriate inventory levels are on hand for restock of standard ingredient, maintains ingredient tracking system and works with vendor partners to reorder as needed. Prepares customer sample box for shipment with accurate completion of contents and shipping documentation for daily pickup as directed. Maintains general cleanliness of food preparation areas, small wares, utensils and trash receptacles. Has ability to accurately use common computer systems to update general data entry and document generation. Maintains good laboratory records. Communicates internally and externally with colleagues or vendors to fulfill job requirements. Works with other technicians, scientists or plant personnel in a cooperative manner. Accurately maintains and enters data in to formula development and manufacturing systems. Assists Food Scientist and operations with production trials of new products. Complete sample request in a timely, error free manner May support specific projects required by the business that may expand beyond the scope of the team Works in a team environment supporting samples department and other labs as needed   Knowledge and Experience: Ability to carry out detailed oral or written instructions Ability to analyze and solve problems Ability to communicate, read, and comprehend instructions in English Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure Basic working knowledge of MS Office Lab experience a plus   

Role purpose  Lead and drive improvements in the demand planning process for our Speciality Food Ingredients (SFI) business in EMEA by working collaboratively with sales, product management, finance, senior management and the S&OP team. You will be responsible for delivering an accurate volume forecast each month that can be used for both financial and production planning as well as to provide support to the senior management team in making effective decisions for the business.     Main accountabilities • Lead the demand review consensus process for EMEA • Analyse trends which you will use to drive improvements in forecast accuracy and forecast bias • Document assumptions related to major changes of forecast • Successfully collaborate with supply planning to ensure best quality demand signal is sent to production plants on a monthly basis • Support sales, new product launch and product management teams in reporting the monthly forecast by plant, customer, stock keeping unit (SKU) to maximise profit • Interface with supply planning / sales and product managers to manage product allocations  • Maintain a detailed knowledge of sales strategies and initiatives including gaps and opportunities between latest forecast and annual operating plans and use this information to optimise planning • Schedule and lead regular stakeholder meetings to optimise sales opportunities for  SFI • Lead and continue to improve Demand Planning group capabilities and processes that help drive high performance and growth • Track weekly / monthly forecast error results versus established targets; identify, report and present root cause analysis related to forecast errors below targets • Play a lead role in the annual planning process across the S&OP planning team; Ensure this process is linked to the monthly volume forecast as part of financial forecasting process • Collaborate cross functionally to determine optimal SKU assortment that achieves margin, revenue, and optimal sales opportunities. Work with supply planning and finance teams to simulate ‘what-if’ scenarios • Lead and participate in continuous improvement projects • Adhere to the safety policies, procedures and site rules  • Fully participate in the safety programme, including reporting any incidents or near misses and auditing • Up to 20% travel across Europe, potentially globally     Skills and experience required     Experience • Strong track record leading others through influence • Experience in S&OP processes and procedures, customer planning and / or supply planning • Expert in leading and designing S&OP processes • Able to provide evidence of creating accurate and detailed statistical forecasting, business forecasting and communication to large teams and senior management • SAP APO DP user or superuser  • Strong track record of building and maintaining effective and trusting relationships   Skills • Strong analytical skillsets  • First class communication skills, both oral and written • Easily able to see the big picture; to think conceptually and strategically, yet able to deliver concrete results • Driven and self-motivated, and confident leading change • Credibility and gravitas – able to challenge stakeholders at all levels in an appropriate and convincing tone   Desirable • Relevant degree or equivalent  in a business / logistics fields   

We are currently looking for either an Analyst, Senior Analyst or Manager.     Role purpose  In our small, highly regarded team you will gather and analyse a broad variety of data sets which you will then consolidate in order to provide smart analytics and solutions for the team. This information will enable Group to make effective decisions relating to corporate finance related activities. The role has a high degree of visibility up to and including CFO level.    Main accountabilities Redesign and drive the Group’s Five-Year-Plan (5YP) financial model and execute financial analysis related to the annual 5YP forecasting process Create high-quality presentations, briefing materials and approval papers related to a variety of finance topics for senior stakeholders including CEO, CFO and Board Significantly contribute to the Group’s Capital Allocation Committee (CAC) process including scheduling and leading meetings, reviewing papers and providing meaningful feedback and guidance on best practice submissions Gather Group capital expenditure budgets and track individual and overall spend against pre-defined targets and objectives Swiftly and efficiently prepare of a broad range of ad-hoc financial analyses as required by senior stakeholders  Continuously update and maintain corporate finance policies and procedures including capital allocation decision making and investment evaluation methodology (e.g. WACC, discount rate derivation), etc. Implement initiatives which drive improvement in the Group’s cash flow and balance sheet position, including working capital optimisation  Provide financial analysis and support to M&A activities which feed independent valuation, due diligence and capital allocation acquisition-related advice to the CFO Forge and maintain strong working relationships with key Group and Business Unit functions  Actively participate in initiatives which improve employee engagement in the team and the wider London office  Proactively recommend new ways of working with a view to working in the most efficient way possible Any other activities as discussed with the Line Manager   Skills and experience required   Exceptional financial modelling skills and capability with Microsoft Excel  Proven experience in building and operating complex financial and valuation models, preferably within a banking, advisory or PLC environment Experience in producing briefing materials on a wide range of corporate finance matters for senior stakeholders  Strong Microsoft PowerPoint and Word skills and the ability to produce high quality presentation of financial analyses Strong academic background with the ability to solve complex financial problems proactively First class communication skills, able to convey complex concepts in a clear, articulate, engaging and structured manner The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, in an environment that is fast paced and demanding Team player with the confidence and ability to work autonomously  Educated to degree level or equivalent, ideally with a relevant professional qualification (Accountancy / CFA preferred)   Financial competencies Insight Generation - Brings financial analysis and insights to colleagues across the business  Risk & Control Orientation – Understands the importance of control excellence and continuous improvement as a fundamental underpin Commercially Led - Supports the business to deliver  its commercial objectives through the effective provision of finance services

Role purpose  Drive top line income performance through decision support to the Category Directors and their teams Quickly understand drivers of growth and supporting the Senior Commercial Business Partner / FD in the delivery of their activities Support the commercial functions to deliver Food & Beverage Solutions (FBS) growth aspirations and annual business plans Constructively challenge the senior commercial leadership and their teams to support Gross Profit delivery of the business Identify opportunities for incremental growth and build action plans in collaboration with the commercial teams Support key reporting processes being point of contact on gross profit drivers and variances   Main accountabilities   Drive Financial Performance  Interrogate the results of the business, liaise with key stakeholders to ensure that both commercial stakeholders (regional and global) understand drivers of results, key trends and variances Drive insightful and value add reporting provoking detailed review of monthly performance with commercial leaders  Supporting the Senior Commercial Business Partner Identify and recommend corrective actions or value opportunities, robustly challenging commercial plans and assumptions in the right tone   Leverage MI and draw on knowledge to deliver solutions to commercial leaders Forecasting and Budgets Ensure the assumptions either directly managed (i.e. financial assumptions such as pricing / costing, etc.) or influenced (e.g. commercial assumptions such as volumes, etc.), used in S&OP forecasting are robust, accurate and achievable  Interrogate the results of the monthly S&OP cycle to ensure forecasts are robust, complete and achievable; includes run rate analysis, contract compliance and erosion and forecast bias and impact analysis of ‘live’ actions Identify gaps to target and support development of robust and achievable recovery plans in place Ensure financial forecasts appropriately reflect the outcome of the S&OP plan, pipeline and current initiatives (including pricing trends)   Annual contracting Support sales and product management when annual volume and pricing targets are set ahead of the annual contracting round Ensure commercial organisation understands the cost drivers and headwinds, especially NRM, ahead of price setting Ensure the targets set are realistic Partner with the business to ensure the targets set are congruent with the strategic plan: Will volume and profit targets be delivered? Are the regional and product line strategies being executed? Will the investment case supporting any recent expansion plans be achieved? Provide ‘real-time’ impact analysis on contracting results to date and ensure issues are quickly identified, resolved and consequences quantified Ensure the results of contracting are appropriately reflected in the regional and product line AOP to ensure stakeholders take ownership and accountability for ‘90% confidence level plans’   Project specific support Provide insightful and meaningful finance support on specific commercial initiatives including: Support building of strategic plans for key customers including regional GEAs - building the financials and also supporting and challenging commercial team on underlying assumptions Tenders/Quotes – focused on larger, more strategic files support preparation and execution of tenders and quotes Provide senior team with support on strategic customer relationship building – this could involve visiting customers, preparing responses to customers Finance support on execution of Project Nike in EMEA What if and margin analysis  Support development of 5 year strategic financial plans   Other Build strong working relationships with the FBS EMEA commercial leaders and their teams in order to ensure the business units business plans are delivered and longer term growth aspirations are within reach Identify process improvement opportunities, and drive through change in order to reduce inefficiencies within the business  Deputise for the Senior Commercial Business Partner as appropriate Improve analytical tools to provide better driver / variance / trend analysis at customer, product and transaction levels Support adoption of Prime (SAP BW) and development of insightful reporting     Skills and experience required   Experience analysing performance and understanding the driver of profitability in a large corporate Experience working with imperfect systems and data Evidence of successfully partnering with senior management and non-finance individuals First class verbal and written communication skills Chartered Accountant (or similar relevant professional qualification)  Excellent attention to detail Logical with strong analytical skills Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills Ability to establish and maintain effective stakeholder relationships Strong organisational and prioritisation skills Working both independently and part of a team A thirst for knowledge and natural curiosity Positive and energetic mind-set Resilience to change Self starter   Desirable Examples of delivering process improvements  Experience of working in a complex organisation

ROLE PURPOSE The purpose of the role is to assist the Quality Assurance Manager in all aspects of quality control/assurance and provide cover when not available. Coordinate laboratory activities ensuring that all processes/training needs are adhered to and reviewed and updated where necessary. Ensure smooth running of the QC Department ensuring all quality control/assurance functions are fulfilled in line with Company policy and procedures. Promotes quality and food safety by providing support and guidance. The role supports production and production planning processes, QA management, toll manufactures and project work.   MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES   Quality Laboratory Operations Coordinate the operations of the laboratory and lab technicians. Provide training/support to develop the lab technicians. Troubleshooting and problems solving to resolve any laboratory issues. Develop allergen testing program on site Provide cover for lab technicians when required. Ensure completion of calibration activities such as internal equipment calibrations and third party calibration activities. Ensure the maintenance of all lab equipment, procedures & work instructions are up to date Provide laboratory method training to all appropriate technicians, and conduct periodic internal evaluations to verify methods compliance.  To look for opportunities to reduce laboratory costs   Administration Tasks Provide cover for Quality Assurance Manager. Assist in supplier and customer complaint, nonconformity and deviation investigations. Gather data to provide monthly KPI, deviations and trending reports. Provide support for Quality Assurance systems in all plant areas; Includes GMP audits, systems audits, third party audits, customer audits and customer tours Work with Global advocacy team to complete special customer requests. Support pest control contractor when on site and ensure actions raised are closed out. Complete objectives and project work to support the Business   Quality support to Factory/Toll manufacture Attend daily morning operations meeting. Toll manufactures – support with managing requests, provide training and audits. Support auditing program internal and external   Safety and Food Safety Actively participate Health & Safety, Food safety and Environmental. Provide food safety, induction and refresher training. Supports Food Safety programs including prerequisite programs and HACCP validations and verifications. Maintain a safe work environment within laboratory by complying with all relevant policies and procedures. Help maintain a safe work environment within the plant by performing routine behavioural audits and follow through on corrective action. Designated representative – Complete contractors work permits.   Quality and Food Safety Management System Participate in the development and updating of procedures, work instruction and forms. Participate in Traceability exercises/Mock recall exercises. Provide training for apprentices, students, new employees. Participates in the preparation for internal and external audits. COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS  COMPETENCIES Professional competence Capacity for Teamwork Good time management Enthusiasm Motivation and Engagement Reliability    QUALIFICATIONS Ideally an associate’s degree with at least 3 years working experience in a food manufacturing analytical laboratory.   EXPERIENCE Experience in food industry Include understanding of good laboratory practices, allergen testing, working with 5S. BRC and HACCP Knowledge (Level 2) Experience in performing audits Food safety knowledge and able to provide training in this area.   SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE A working knowledge of  quality programs Excellent computer skills (sap, oracle, excel ,power point ,word) Excellent organizational skills Good problem solving skills Good Analytical  skills English Language                  

  Business Unit/Function Tate & Lyle Food & Beverage Solutions Date January 2019   Location Mold Band   REPORTING STRUCTURE Reports to (Title) Logistics Team Leader - Mold Manager One (Title) Supply Chain Manager EMEA Direct Reports N/A Key Relationships External customers; sales colleagues; CS; 3rd Party Logistics operators; production; planning; purchasing; warehouse; QC; Finance. ROLE PURPOSE Promote a positive and professional brand image of Tate & Lyle through the provision of world-class logistics service and the accurate end-to-end management of all sales orders & export documentation to achieve on time, in full delivery, without error or Customs discrepancies.  Build effective and respectful internal and external relationships with a view to playing an active role in team-working and shared focus on efficiency and effectiveness for the benefit of both the customer and the company.  To capture and report any customer-facing issue and resolve fully to the customer’s satisfaction. To take personal responsibility for achieving KPI targets and managing own performance. MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES Comply with all legal and company Health and Safety requirements. Carry out responsibilities / duties so as to ensure food safety, legality and quality. Keeping customer service and sales colleagues informed of delivery dates, updates or problems, working with them to ensure an acceptable solution is found. Management of Perfectly Executed Order (PXO) performance on-time, in full, no errors, no complaints with monthly reporting of any reasons for failure. Ensure accurate & legalised country / product specific export documentation is prepared for each order according to payment / INCO terms in good time to achieve promised despatch / delivery dates.  This includes delivery documents, product specifications, Material Safety Data Sheets, health certificates, certificates of analysis, certificate of origin, EUR 1, ATR, T1, Carnet TIR, export declaration and others as required including accurate labels. Knowledge of Customs regulations and processes including export, inward processing, preferential trade and understanding of embargos, sanctions, licences and IPR processes. Making shipping arrangements (Land, air and sea) to achieve on time, in full delivery of goods without document error or complaint (in line with PXO requirements) ensuring close cost control and accurate recharging of costs where appropriate. Maintain accurate record of costs incurred and process related purchase invoices on receipt. Using tracking tools, maintain overview of all goods in transit, capturing export & entry certificates as required, until successful handover is complete and keeping customer fully updated of progress. Efficient resolution of customer queries by email, telephone call or letter as required. Capturing and logging any customer affecting issue / complaint within T&L quality system including customer returns. Ensure any damages are recorded, proof captured, customer credit notes issued and insurance claims logged in line with the T&L Customer Issue process. Maintain and centrally store accurate records to agreed formats & audit requirements. Develop and maintain excellent relationships with customers and colleagues across T&L. Any other tasks required to provide world class customer service to our customers.                 PERFORANCE MEASURES   Key Performance Indicators Accurate management of system dates using T&L Open Orders Report to ensure: Adequate timing for order phases (eg. Production, Logistics etc); No late despatches; No late collections. Document creation accuracy – no more than 1 error /month. No documentation failures / Customs issues. Positive feedback from customers and colleagues. PXO > 90% across the business No accidents – we have no higher priority than safety – strictly follow all safety rules and create / support safe environment.  Safety is everyone’s responsibility. Integrity – to always do what is right. To report correct / true data and inform of incorrect behaviours. Teamwork – encourage and co-operate with other team members (globally) in order to achieve the right outcome for the business.   LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENTS       COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS  COMPETENCIES Professional logistics expertise Self-motivated , pro-active team player Ability to multi-task and work accurately under pressure Excellent communication skills Knowledge of import and export processes   Willing to travel occasionally for training, meetings and customer visits   QUALIFICATIONS GCSE Maths & English, customer service NVQ (or similar) desirable plus commercial training and customs certification (desirable) EXPERIENCE  Export/Inport customer service experience desirable SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE Good verbal and written communication skills including email Excellent telephone manner Good knowledge of MS Office Knowledge of Oracle / SAP an advantage but not essential – full training will be given Problem solving skills Decision making skills Results orientated and target focused Willingness to work with others in a flexible and positive manner   Knowledge specific to the position:   Export documentation and process including INCOTERMS Logistics / transport organisation Handling of customs documents Inward processing ( IPR ) Good knowledge various types of trading and bank documents   ORGANISATION CHART

Customer Service Agent     We are looking for a Customer Service Agent to promote a positive and professional brand image of Tate & Lyle through the provision of world class customer service and the accurate end-to-end management of all sales orders on time, in full and without error.  Build effective and respectful internal and external relationships with a view to playing an active role in team-working and shared focus on efficiency and effectiveness for the benefit of both the customer and the company.  To capture and report any customer-facing issue and resolve fully to the customer’s satisfaction. To take personal responsibility for achieving KPI targets and managing own performance. Main Accountabilities: Accurate input of direct customer orders (UK and Export) via Oracle (ERP system) initially, moving to SAP in due course – full training will be given – ensuring: Same day acknowledgement of orders Al orders are released to planning within 24 hours or escalated to line manager Confirmation of orders within 48 hours Right first time data entry of delivery address, packing & labelling instructions Management of accurate despatch and delivery dates to ensure logistics can complete orders to customer satisfaction Proactive management of nominated key accounts supporting capture of campaign related orders in good time and, working in conjunction with commercial colleagues, maximising sales opportunities through the provision of world class customer service Complete ownership of customer orders and provision of excellent experience Working with Logistics colleagues, relay information to customers relating to any issues with  delivery dates, updates or problems, to ensure an acceptable solution is reached Answering incoming calls Efficient resolution of customer email or telephone queries Capturing and logging any customer-affecting issue / complaint within T&L quality system including customer returns Management of Perfectly Executed Order (PXO) performance and reporting of on-time, in full deliveries, no errors,  no complaints Maintain accurate records Develop and maintain excellent relationships with customers and colleagues across T&L Comply with all legal and company Health and Safety requirements Carry out responsibilities / duties so as to ensure food safety, legality and quality Any other tasks required to provide world class customer service to our customers Willing to travel occasionally for training, meetings and customer visits   The desirable candidate will demonstrate the following competencies: Professional customer service expertise Self-motivated , pro-active team player Ability to multi-task and work accurately under pressure Excellent communication skills Good verbal and written communication skills including email Excellent telephone manner Good knowledge of MS Office Knowledge of Oracle / SAP an advantage but not essential – full training will be given Problem solving skills Decision making skills Results orientated and target focused Willingness to work with others in a flexible and positive manner  

Role purpose  The FP&A Manager is responsible for delivering accurate and high quality performance reporting information, collaborating with a broad range of internal stakeholders to drive Group planning and reporting activities and deliver insight driven ExCo and Board ready performance analysis.     Main accountabilities Lead performance reporting processes to deliver accurate, insightful and impactful analysis to ExCo and Board and to inform external market guidance Develop a successful, integrated partnership with divisional FP&A teams and Global Shared Services to ensure well-coordinated reporting processes and aligned reporting with a philosophy of best in class performance management Leverage finance systems to ensure timely and accurate data and insight driven reporting  Provide insight and analysis on performance drivers and trends to enable an early understanding of business performance successes and challenges Plan and drive key business processes such as the Annual Operating Plan and Forecasts, ensuring clarity on timings, deliverables and templates Support the setting of business performance targets (including for incentive arrangements) and ensure robust tracking against these Collaborate with the Strategy team to forge a strong link between short-term and long-term forecasting  Identify and lead sustainable initiatives to improve the quality and timeliness of information provided to drive business performance Drive the simplification and standardization agenda within FP&A teams across the Group Successfully deliver additional analysis requested from Senior Management and other Group departments efficiently and effectively     Skills and experience required   Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA or equivalent) A history of refining and finessing performance reporting  Strong track record in commercial finance leadership within a FMCG / manufacturing environment with high performance demands and a drive for growth Experience creating and leveraging information and data to provide meaningful presentations and reports which can be used to support critical decisions making First class communication and influencing skills – a history of collaborating effectively across multiple stakeholders and holding others to account to deliver high quality analysis and reporting to agreed timescales Experience engaging with and presenting to senior level stakeholders up to and including ExCo level     Finance competencies Strategic decision making - uses authority and influence appropriately to drive strategic decision making Insight generation – skilled at making association between operational, tactical and strategic issues Commercially led - drives business performance by adding value to commercial decision making  Business embedded – aligns and influences others to deliver business performance objectives Continuous improvement - drives improvements by looking beyond symptoms to uncover root causes  Project management and change - successfully manages and delivers projects within agreed budget, scope and timescales 

ROLE PURPOSE   The Lab Technician ensures that raw materials and finished products are tested and released to the business   in compliance with agreed Quality and Food Safety standards. Responsible for the completion of all administration tasks associated with the laboratory. The role supports production and production planning processes, QA management and project work.     Quality Laboratory Operations Responsible for testing of ingredients and finished product according to specific testing schemes/plans. Allergen testing Enters ingredient and finished product test results into Oracle. Review ingredient Certificates of Analysis, generates testing plans for ingredients and finish products, evaluation of results. Files all daily quality paperwork and electronic quality documents in proper filing locations (deviation reports, general statements, supplier COAs). Participates in internal and external ring tests. Participates in method validation. Maintain sample retention system for ingredients and finished goods and disposal of out of date samples Perform calibration activities. . Manage the inventory of the lab. Identify and rectify and ingredient issues with third party warehouses. Setting up test plans Updating JRA and procedures Arrange samples and pick up for external testing and evaluation of the results. Generate certificate of analysis for finished product. Standard evaluation calculations of specification limits. Manage e-mail requests –internal and external. Support with business and customer requests Project work       Customer Focus Assists in supplier and customer complaint, nonconformity and deviation investigations. Product shelf life extension       Safety and Food Safety Participate in Health & Safety and Environmental programs and activities. Supports Food Safety programs including prerequisite programs and HACCP validations and verifications. Responsible for laboratory housekeeping, cleanliness and organization.   Quality and Food Safety Management System Participate in Traceability exercises/Mock recall exercises. Provide training for apprentices, students, new employees. Participates and helps in the preparation for internal and external audits (customer audit, FESMA, GCA, ESA, GFSI audits).  

About the role At Kerry Foods we are passionate about Food! We’re also passionate about our values and our people. This is because we know our people are key to delivering the quality and innovation our customers and consumers demand.   To ensure we continue to deliver a consistent and efficient advice service to our 6000 people throughout our business, we have created a HR Business Partner model working with a number of Shared Service HR Hubs throughout the UK and Ireland.   We’re currently recruiting a job for a HR Business Partner to support our Noon Products manufacturing sites in Southall, West London . Working closely with the HR Shared Services, Centres of Expertise and People Managers you’ll truly business partner our leaders to develop and evolve their teams and business. This is a permanent role with weekly travel to sites required. So what’s this job all about? As HR Business Partner you will be a key member of a high energy and ambitious team, driving our overall people agenda in partnership with site senior leadership teams with a real focus on culture and engagement.   You will deliver people aspects of any change programmes and manage any high risk industrial relations issues. The role will ensure that ‘winning hearts and minds’ is at the forefront of the functional agenda and will support our leaders and managers to have great people conversations so that they can be inspiring site leaders and within the business.   Your job will also involve managing the talent process, ensuring talent conversations are a live dialogue with a key input into people decisions to manage our talent and risks for the business. You’ll also support the business teams in being agile to respond to business and market needs and to constantly drive the cost and people agenda. What type of person are we looking for? Well at Kerry we look for people that really embrace our values and culture. Of course we need you to have the skills to do your job as well but we will support and encourage you to continue your personal and professional development during your career with us.    For this role we are ideally looking for you to have had experience as an HR Business Partner previously and have ideally had experience in a manufacturing (or related industry such as logistics, construction etc) environment previously with good knowledge of unionized environments. You should be able to coach, challenge and influence leaders and shape the people agenda through building excellent relationships. You should have drive and determination and a continuous improvement mindset.   It goes without saying that strong interpersonal and relationship building skills go a long way in our business so you'll need to demonstrate this through our process. If you've got experience  in an FMCG or manufacturing business - great - but you have to have a demonstrable track record in adding real value through People initiatives and be a real team player.   Sounds great right?!   Joining us means working in a fast, agile and ambitious environment, with talented people who really care about what they do. We’re hungry for new ideas, so we’ll always listen to yours. And because we’re always looking to the future, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to learn and grow.   Take a look at what’s going on at Kerry Foods on our LinkedIn page or follow us on Instagram and Facebook @kerryfoodsofficial or by following our hashtag #wearekerryfoods

Requisition ID 2286 Position Type FT Permanent Career Function  Engineering and Maintenance   Division   Foods Recruiter SD1   We’re Kerry Foods – a leading name in the global food industry, and a distinctly individual business. We’re home to incredible brands, over 6000 brilliant people and big ambitions. Our products, many of which are household favourites, are eaten by millions of people every day. Your energy, enthusiasm and fresh thinking could help us reach millions more. About the role We have a new and exciting opportunity for an Engineering Manager to join our team in Kerry Foods, Charleville, Co Cork. You will be the sites sole Engineering Manager reporting to the General Manager and sit within the sites Senior Leadership team, you will also have 16 direct reports. The successful candidate will also have 5 years’ experience working at Senior level with strategic experience but also be hands on in terms of problem solving within a highly automated environment. Purpose of the position: Be a core part of the site leadership team enabling business growth through continually improving the performance of the engineering function and collaborating with site colleagues to increase the performance of the site. Responsibilities are listed but not limited to: To develop an engineering strategy for the site. This should involve defining and integrating best in class structure and ways of working in line with the business strategy. Support the KPS program through optimized engineering planning, A3 problem solving and performance management of the team. Engineering process mechanical, electrical, and control design to eliminate problems. Implement an asset management program to cover process equipment, services and manufacturing facility. Selection and standardisation of technology, equipment and machine parts. Fully documented supporting procedures. Management of capital budgets and implementation of capital projects. These include process, NPI, service and facility projects. Use of gant charts, risk identification, and standardised Purchase Agreements to optimise project success. Engineering stores management. Develop and document best practice policy, strategy plans and visual KPI’s. including cost reduction, inventory reduction, availability obsolescence and data base accuracy. Implement a process of Continuous Improvement. Engineering team recruitment, performance management, training and development plans. Develop a culture of continuous improvement. Address departmental IR issues. Succession planning. Management and control of contractors in compliance with group and site work safety procedures. Compliance with regulatory, customer, environmental, insurance and safety requirements. Ensure all audit non conformances have been addressed. To stand in for another functional manager as required. Person Requirements: Degree in electrical, mechanical or Automation Qualification in Project Management is desirable Computer skilled Min 5 years industrial experience in Food Manufacturing or FMCG Strong experience within a highly automated environment   Who are we looking for?  Well at Kerry we look for people that really embrace our values and our culture. Of course we need you to have the skills to do your job as well but we will support and encourage you to continue your personal and professional development during your career with us.  It goes without saying that strong interpersonal and relationship building skills go a long way in our business so you'll need to demonstrate this through our process. If you've got experience  in an FMCG or manufacturing business - great - but you have to have a demonstrable track record in adding real value through People initiatives and be a real team player.   Take a look at what’s going on at Kerry Foods on our LinkedIn page or follow us on Instagram and Facebook @kerryfoodsofficial

Requisition ID 4639 Position Type Kerry Graduate Recruiter #LI-KB1 Posting Type LI   At Kerry, our mission is to help nourish and delight consumers across the globe. Since our start as a dairy co-operative in Ireland in the 1970s, we've grown to employ over 24,000 people in more than 30 countries. Although we continue to provide dairy to the world, our expertise and offerings now include the customisation and production of ingredients, flavours and technologies across the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industry. All day, every day, we draw on our values of Commitment, Teamwork, Excellence, Entrepreneurship and Value Creation as we partner with other industry leaders to bring better food, beverage and pharma products to consumers around the world. With over 4,500 employees across the Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APMEA), Kerry has many exciting opportunities at our many Development & Application Centres, Sales Offices and Manufacturing sites. Spread over 18 countries – and growing – Kerry plays a large role in supplying food & beverage solutions to this diverse region.   About the Role   This role has responsibility to co-ordinate and drive the delivery of operational targets, initiatives and improvements at one of our manufacturing facilities. You will be required to support department managers in delivering factory performance improvements through the facilitation of Site teams using lean tools and techniques. Initially with a very hands on approach to developing capability and leadership skills, you will develop into a People Manager with potential Shift Management responsibility. You will have specific project tasks related to driving the introduction of aspects of strategic change as the business continues to grow. Your direct Line Manager will be the Production Manager, but you may also receive instruction from the Operations Manager or other Managers as appropriate. You will have real opportunity to engage right across the business and make a difference early in your career. You will be supported and work alongside one of the most experienced food manufacturing teams in the world.   Key Responsibilities   Key responsibilities of the role are summarised below and are subject to change according to business needs: Support the Site Strategic Agenda and the successful implementation and maintenance of the Kerry Manufacturing Standard (Site Audit Standard). Identify, manage, and execute initiatives to deliver significant improvements in the areas of: Safety Quality Delivery / Service Operating efficiency (Labour, Process Lines & Cost Optimisation) People Management Materials control and efficiency Facilitate and support management teams (and other teams) involved in major transformational projects (e.g. re-engineering the major Site business processes). Ensure all direct reports are fully trained and equipped with the necessary skills to operate in an environment that promotes safety and well-being. Support the Site Lean Programme to ensure the effective training and deployment of the principles, projects, tools and techniques (as appropriate) and KPIs etc. Maintain awareness of best practice and modern improvement techniques. Ensure familiarity is achieved with Kerry’s preferred method of problem solving (root cause, 8 step etc.)   Person Specification   Minimum second upper honours or its equivalent in Food Science, Manufacturing and Engineering or related specialization Fresh Graduate or with less than 1 year working experience who is able to demonstrate a keen interest in a fast-paced Manufacturing environment Active involvement in co-curricular activities Graduate who is familiar with lean / CI principles and with some awareness of best practice is preferred Can demonstrate clear experience of successful leadership in their academic and nonacademic development. Exceptional problem solving skills Proven record of delivering on projects and achievement of results Motivated self-starter with the determination and drive to succeed Strong leadership and communication skills Strong ability to work well in a team and on your own Excellent IT skills, particularly in MS Excel, PowerPoint and Word Willingness to travel or relocate across the global Kerry organisation is a key requirement

Requisition ID 6219 Position Type PT Permanent Recruiter #LI-MV1 Posting Type LI   Kerry offers the industry’s largest portfolio of Taste & Nutrition Systems and Functional Ingredients & Actives, serving the Global Food, Beverage and Pharmaceutical industries. We work with the world’s top Retailers and Manufacturing companies to produce some of the best private-label products and tailored Food & Beverage solutions on the market. We also work with the leading Food Service chains helping to deliver appetising, relevant and innovative custom solutions, using our expertise in new product development, production and commercialisation.   Our Values:      Commitment | Teamwork | Excellence | Entrepreneurial | Value Creation About Kerry   A career with Kerry Taste & Nutrition offers you an opportunity to shape how people across the globe view food and beverage while providing you opportunities to explore and grow as your interests do. With our commitment to a sustainable future, a career with Kerry is something you can feel good about. Key responsibilities   Coordinate the administration of the Recruitment and Selection processes, working in conjunction with the Human Resources Manager to assist in all facets of the process Coordinate the administration of the Graduate Recruitment process, working in conjunction with the SDF Facilitate new employee information and maintenance to the Rewards Team Administer on-boarding checks for new employees including criminal checks via AFISwitch, and co-ordination of medicals with the SHE Team Carry out verification of Time and Attendance for New Germany staff via Kronos Assist with the administration and maintenance of the staff performance review process In conjunction with other members of the HR Unit provide advice on the interpretation of HR Policies, procedures, guidelines and employee relations issues to staff and management Maintain human resource data bases to ensure correct recording of all staff and employment related information as required Assist with preparation of HR reports as required Coordinate and maintain the Human Resources personnel e-filing systems Coordinate the off-boarding process for leavers Coordinate and maintain the biometric access system for the Site Assist with staff queries Handle IR issues at the factory Coordinate and manage the casual labour pool including recruitment and relevant checks Qualifications and skills   Relevant Qualification – Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in HR or Industrial Psychology Minimum of 3 years' HR experience and successful track record working within the HR Manufacturing Industry experience is an added advantage Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications Passion for people development, relationship building Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills (multiple complex analyses simultaneously) Good planning and project management skills   Applicants must be fluent in Zulu (non-negotible).   Reporting to: HR Manager

Requisition ID 4576 Position Type FT Permanent Career Function  Sales   Division   Foods Recruiter   We’re Kerry Foods – a leading name in the global food industry, and a distinctly individual business. We’re home to incredible brands, over 6000 brilliant people and big ambitions. Our products, many of which are household favourites, are eaten by millions of people every day. Your energy, enthusiasm and fresh thinking could help us reach millions more. About the role We’re Kerry Foods – a leading name in the global food industry, and an altogether individual business. We’re home to incredible brands such as Cheestrings, Mattessons, Wall’s & Richmond sausages, Pure, Yollies, Dairygold and Denny.  Plus we’re a leading producer of yummy supermarket private label products such as ready meals, cooked meats, cheese and dairy products.  We’re made up of a team of brilliant people and big ambitions. Our products, many of which are household favourites, are eaten by millions of people every day. Join us as a Category Manager and you could help us reach millions more. We’re looking for an individual that loves a challenge, loves food, loves working in really close relationships with Customers and who wants to work in a Category Management role in a really fast paced environment. If this sounds like you, then please send us your CV. What’s this job all about? We’re on the hunt for the best  Category Manager out there!  You’ll be working in our Meats and Dairy team across a broad portfolio which includes some market leading brands.  There’s a plethora of products across Brand and Own-label, where Kerry Foods are one of the biggest players in the market.  And you’ll take ownership for  many of our biggest grocery and convenience customers.   Based in Naas, County Kildare , but with some travel to customers and other sites, this is a chunky role (with a great salary!) in a fast paced, entrepreneurial business.   Joining us means working in a fast, agile and ambitious environment, with talented people who really care about what they do. We’re hungry for new ideas, so we’ll always listen to yours. And because we’re always looking to the future, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to learn and grow. In fact, like our entire business, you’ll never stand still.   So, if you’d like to hear more about the role, please get in touch now! What does our ideal candidate look like? You’ll know all about what a Category Manager in FMCG does. In fact, you’ll probably already be one You’ll love numbers and be great at analysing data, building sound arguments and gaining customer buy-in to plans You will be a super-star at building and developing relationships with customers in order to gain mutual success for the businesses As a strong team player, you will love working cross functionally and will be able to connect and build bonds with other business areas You’ll be an all-round ‘good egg’ – driven, hard-working, commercial, and keen to join a company where you can grow your career quickly and in any way you like Plus you’ll love food and will be as excited as we are about working for Kerry Foods!   Whilst experience is important, finding the right person who will live and breathe our Kerry Foods Values is something we’re super passionate about. Kerry Foods hasn’t been built on luck. We’ve got to where we are today by being Courageous, On It and Forward Looking .   So if you’re looking to build a lasting career within an Open Minded company that allows it’s people to take Ownership of everything they do, Kerry Foods needs you! Come and join us and help us be Better Together . Take a look at what’s going on at Kerry Foods on our LinkedIn page or follow us on Instagram and Facebook @kerryfoodsofficial

Requisition ID 4626 Position Type Kerry Graduate Recruiter #LI-KB1 Posting Type LI   About Kerry At Kerry, our mission is to help nourish and delight consumers across the globe. Since our start as a dairy co-operative in Ireland in the 1970s, we've grown to employ over 24,000 people in more than 30 countries. Although we continue to provide dairy to the world, our expertise and offerings now include the customisation and production of ingredients, flavours and technologies across the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industry. All day, every day, we draw on our values of Commitment, Teamwork, Excellence, Entrepreneurship and Value Creation as we partner with other industry leaders to bring better food, beverage and pharma products to consumers around the world. With over 4,500 employees across the Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APMEA), Kerry has many exciting opportunities at our many Development & Application Centres, Sales Offices and Manufacturing sites. Spread over 18 countries – and growing – Kerry plays a large role in supplying food & beverage solutions to this diverse region. About the Role This role has responsibility to co-ordinate and drive the delivery of operational targets, initiatives and improvements at one of our manufacturing facilities. You will be required to support department managers in delivering factory performance improvements through the facilitation of Site teams using lean tools and techniques. Initially with a very hands on approach to developing capability and leadership skills, you will develop into a People Manager with potential Shift Management responsibility. You will have specific project tasks related to driving the introduction of aspects of strategic change as the business continues to grow. Your direct Line Manager will be the Production Manager, but you may also receive instruction from the Operations Manager or other Managers as appropriate.   You will have real opportunity to engage right across the business and make a difference early in your career. You will be supported and work alongside one of the most experienced food manufacturing teams in the world.   Key Responsibilities Key responsibilities of the role are summarised below and are subject to change according to business needs: Support the Site Strategic Agenda and the successful implementation and maintenance of the Kerry Quality Standard (Site Audit Standard). facilitate the products quality and audit lab with an aim to optimize and improve the products quality, lab process optimization and working efficiency Conduct microbiological inspection on Raw Materials, Semi-finished goods, Finished goods state standards and regulations. Well maintain and control the authenticity, accuracy, and in time of the inspection results. Inform the manager immediately when experimental incident happens. Make records during the inspection process, fill in inspection reports, and inspect qualified raw materials, semi-finished products, etc. Responsible for production workshop environment, health and ensure the product quality. Coordinate quality system document preservation and tracking Identify, manage, and execute initiatives to deliver significant improvements in the areas of: o   Quality insurance and control and system o   People Management o   Materials control and efficiency Facilitate and support management teams (and other teams) involved in major transformational projects. Maintain awareness of best practice and modern improvement techniques. Ensure familiarity is achieved with Kerry’s preferred method of problem solving (root cause, 8 step etc.)   Person Specification:   We are looking for promising Graduates with the following skills / qualifications, and demonstrating the following attributes, to succeed in Kerry:   Minimum second upper honours or its equivalent in Food Science, Manufacturing, Engineering or related specialization Fresh Graduate or with less than 1 year working experience who is able to demonstrate a keen interest in a fast-paced Manufacturing environment Active involvement in co-curricular activities Ideally familiar with lean / CI principles and with some awareness of best practice. Can demonstrate clear experience of successful leadership in their academic and non-academic development. Demonstrates a passion for Food. Excellent communication skill and good command of English (written and verbal) Exceptional problem solving skill Proven record of delivering on projects and achievement of results Motivated self-starter with the determination and drive to succeed Strong ability to work well in a team and on your own Excellent IT skills, particularly in MS Excel, PowerPoint and Word Willingness to travel or relocate across the global Kerry organisation is a key requirement

About Kerry Requisition ID 5324 Position Type FT Permanent Recruiter #LI-KB1 Posting Type LI   At Kerry, our mission is to help nourish and delight consumers across the globe. Since our start as a dairy co-operative in Ireland in the 1970s, we've grown to employ over 24,000 people in more than 30 countries. Although we continue to provide dairy to the world, our expertise and offerings now include the customisation and production of ingredients, flavours and technologies across the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industry. All day, every day, we draw on our values of Commitment, Teamwork, Excellence, Entrepreneurship and Value Creation as we partner with other industry leaders to bring better food, beverage and pharma products to consumers around the world. With over 4,500 employees across the Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APMEA), Kerry has many exciting opportunities at our many Development & Application Centres, Sales Offices and Manufacturing sites. Spread over 18 countries – and growing – Kerry plays a large role in supplying food & beverage solutions to this diverse region.   About the role A passionate and enthusiastic Key Account Manager required to drive sustainable growth of the Quick Serve Restaurant (QSR) Channel. This role will be responsible for developing and executing QSR channel and customer plans that leverage Kerry’s unique advantages for the benefit of new and existing customers across our Australia Markets.  Key responsibilities Drive growth by continuously creating and selling customer value propositions for new and existing customers that focus on our competitive advantage while leveraging our broad product portfolio Develop strong strategic relationships within the customers’ organisation including, Senior management team, R&D, QA, Marketing and Procurement Partner cross-functionally within Kerry to optimise solutions offered to customers Maintain high level of awareness of market trends and competitor activity Develops this knowledge into actionable insights Proactively build robust pipeline of end use and project manage customer specific opportunities Engage and inspire customers to want to do business with Kerry   Qualifications and skills Qualifications, Skills & Experience: Minimum 5 years sales experience gained within the food sector.  The ideal candidate would have QSR sales experience including exposure to Global accounts Proven track record of success in Business Development and Account Management Related degree qualification (preferred) • Experience of working cross functionally with R&D, Operations and Finance stakeholders Project Management skillset Exceptional communication skills, presenting skills Well-developed planning, organisational, analytical skills   Key Competencies & Behaviours : Customer focused, with demonstrated energy, drive and commitment Relationship Builder, highly collaborative team player Resilient, confident, able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment Able to positively influence and lead others Ability to work through and solve problems, exercises sound judgement Flexible, Adaptable, with capacity to navigate change and ambiguity Builds partnerships based on trust and integrity, collaborates to maximise value from cross functional working Takes accountability for sustained business success and development Self-aware, seeks feedback, open to ideas from others Genuine passion for food and the food industry

Requisition ID 4640 Position Type Kerry Graduate Recruiter #LI-KB1 Posting Type LI   About Kerry At Kerry, our mission is to help nourish and delight consumers across the globe. Since our start as a dairy co-operative in Ireland in the 1970s, we've grown to employ over 24,000 people in more than 30 countries. Although we continue to provide dairy to the world, our expertise and offerings now include the customisation and production of ingredients, flavours and technologies across the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industry. All day, every day, we draw on our values of Commitment, Teamwork, Excellence, Entrepreneurship and Value Creation as we partner with other industry leaders to bring better food, beverage and pharma products to consumers around the world. With over 4,500 employees across the Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APMEA), Kerry has many exciting opportunities at our many Development & Application Centres, Sales Offices and Manufacturing sites. Spread over 18 countries – and growing – Kerry plays a large role in supplying food & beverage solutions to this diverse region.   About the Role   This is an opportunity for an ambitious individual to work in the role of Supply Chain Analyst. The main purpose of this role is to drive supply excellence for Customers in APAC region; to manage the order review process to ensure all orders are delivered on time and in full, in accordance with business and customer expectations. This is an integral role with the Supply Chain department to ensure the team meets and exceed all order management KPIs such as, OTIF (On Time In Full), MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity) and Lead Time adherence as well as provide full transparency within the Kerry Management team by providing weekly status reports and commentary.   Key Responsibilities   Chair meetings to ensure cross-functional attention around customer order status and service level Highlight customer orders in review status, potential miss, recording of reason code, root cause analysis and follow up & ensuring clean order data that reflects reality in terms of supply (promise date, shipping date, ETA) Cross-functional escalation for pending / urgent / delayed orders Weekly executive reporting to business management and commercial teams Daily maintenance and consolidation of open order overview, including maintaining models and process to capture status / reason code / comments Identify opportunity for putting sustainable supply fixes in place   Person Specification   We are looking for promising young graduates that demonstrate the following attributes to succeed in Kerry:   Minimum second upper honours or its equivalent in Supply Chain / Science related field / Business / Statistics / Mathematics Fresh Graduate or with less than 1 year working experience who is able to demonstrate a keen interest in Planning / Supply Chain role in a fast-paced Manufacturing environment Active involvement in co-curricular activities Good MS Office (particularly MS Excel) and systems experience Possess strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills, to enhance workflow efficiencies and effectiveness Excellent teamwork, interpersonal skills, assertive, independent and self-motivated Strong influencing, negotiating, presentation and communication skills practised routinely and cross-functionally Need to have tenacity in chasing up on any foreseen issues Result oriented and able to drive team results to meet Inventory KPI 

Description What makes working at Mondelēz International so special? Many things. The iconic brands and global nature of our business. The continuous innovation and endless opportunities to grow. The chance, each and every day, to put a smile on people’s faces.  We’re the world’s leading maker of Chocolate, Biscuits, Candy and Gum with billion-dollar brands like Cadbury, Milka, Prince and Oreo and we now have an exciting opportunity to join our team.   Mondelēz International’s Reading Science Centre provides unique opportunities in the provision of scientific analysis, research, consultancy and training to its parent company and the wider food and pharmaceutical sectors. Operating as Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL), we apply leading-edge science with integrity and service to exceed expectations and deliver greater value to our clients.    In RSSL we are customer focused, science led and results driven. The RSSL DNA & Protein laboratory performs a wide range of analytical analyses for a variety of food, pharmaceutical and healthcare companies and supports Mondelez research and innovation. The Role:   The role will be split between the Sample Preparation and Analysis functions (Approximately 50:50) and includes being responsible for performing a range of routine sample preparation activities, lab admin and housekeeping tasks and a range of routine chemical analyses focusing on using techniques such as ELISA. The role requires the technician to support effective completion of projects, to meet the clients’ contractual agreements and to report work in accordance with the quality standards Key Responsibilities: . Provide high quality customer service at all times by ensuring effective organisation of assigned workload, integrity of analytical data generated and timely/accurate provision of results. . Perform a range of basic routine sample orientated tasks including sample logging, sample preparation, sample disposal under supervision of a senior member of staff. . Perform a range of routine analysis using ELISA under supervision of a senior member of staff. . Execute pipette calibration and data checking as required. . Be competent in the use of generic and specific software packages required for the role: Laboratory’s LIMS system and  Q-Pulse. . Will be expected to work in different laboratories if the demand is required. . Work to the highest standards of safety and quality by ensuring that appropriate COSHHs, risk assessments and SOPs are understood and followed.   . Assist with the documentation of SOPs for simple equipment and tests. . To understand and work to the requirements of GMP and UKAS. Qualifications Key Requirements:   . Educated to A / HNC level in a relevant scientific discipline . Accountable, honest, hardworking and able to work efficiently in a team . Flexible and adaptable to meet customer/business requirements. . Meticulous attention to detail and an ability to follow written instructions. . Good written and verbal communication skills. . Self motivated, enthusiastic and quick to learn. . Well organized and capable of working on multiple activities concurrently. . Computer literate in standard MS office applications . Scientific understanding of basic lab equipment Languages . Fluent English, written and spoken  We pride ourselves on having a high performing and collaborative culture where we offer support and development to enhance your career and develop your knowledge and skills.In return for your commitment, drive and enthusiasm, we offer an attractive benefits package within a highly successful International business that offers financial rewards and resources, including bonus scheme, contributory pension, life assurance, generous holiday allowance and a flexible benefits programme. RSSL website: https://www.rssl.com/ YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/RSSLServices LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/107107 #RSSL

Description Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL) is a leading edge science consultancy offering research, analysis, training and consultancy to our clients globally, primarily blue chip food and pharmaceutical companies. We do with passion, integrity and service to exceed expectations and deliver enhanced value to our clients.   Not only that but we’re supporting our parent company – Mondelēz International – where we operate as the Reading Science Centre. That means we’re both agile and autonomous whilst enjoying the development and growth of being connected to the biggest snacking company in the world.   We have an exciting vacancy for a Senior Scientist I - DNA Analyst to provide technical direction and leadership within the DNA and Protein laboratory.   The RSSL DNA and Protein laboratory performs a wide range of analytical analyses for a variety of food, pharmaceutical and healthcare companies and supports Mondelez research and innovation  The successful candidate will p lay a key role in delivering investigative analyses of products, method development and validations using techniques such as PCR and ELISA as well as m anaging and training junior members of the team.    In addition you will engage with key clients allowing you develop or build on your commercial skills.  Main Responsibilities Technical Provide high quality customer service at all times by ensuring effective organisation of assigned workload, integrity of analytical data generated and timely/accurate provision of results. Provide Technical direction within own area of expertise within the team. Perform a range of analysis using PCR and/or ELISA independently. Perform complex method development and design validation protocols. Perform maintenance and troubleshooting of lab equipment. Perform data checking and provide interpretation of results for routine testing. Generate certificate analysis or external interpretive reports. Expert user of specific software and proficient in the use of generic and specific software packages require for the role: Laboratory’s LIMS system, Q-Pulse, Gen 5. Provide training and supervise junior staff in routine activities, methods and interpretation. Take responsibility for elements of specific projects and/or specific areas of general laboratory/sample administration and assign housekeeping tasks as required. Will be expected to work in different laboratories if the demand is required. Communication and Influence Work as part of an efficient analytical team. To liaise with clients, business development and line management to ensure effective communication of project proposals and results. Participate in client and stake holders meetings as required. Deliver internal presentations across groups and to technical stakeholders. Manage small projects or defined areas of larger projects. Leadership and Supervision Plan own workload and plan routine projects for junior staff. Train junior members of the team as required. Manage a team of Scientists and Technicians. QEHS Work to the highest standards of safety and quality by ensuring that appropriate COSHHs, risk assessments and Standard Operating Procedures are understood and followed.  To complete assigned quality actions on a timely manner, including review and approval. Write and approve the Standard Operating Procedures and Test Methods. Generation and approval of Risk Assessments and COSHH. Understand and provide technical regulatory leadership in client audits. To maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment. To understand and work to the requirements of GMP and UKAS.  Ensure training records are accurate. Qualifications Qualifications Education, Qualifications and Training. Educated to Degree or PhD in a relevant scientific discipline or equivalent relevant experience in a laboratory. Excellent understanding of basic lab equipment and use of Real Time PCR machine, ELISA Plate Reader, Gel Imaging Equipment. Scientific understanding and ability to independently conduct chemical analysis in relevant area. Good knowledge of laboratory quality and accreditation systems (GMP/UKAS). Skills/Leadership Competencies Accountable, honest, hardworking and able to work efficiently in a team. Flexible and adaptable to meet customer/business requirements. Well organised and capable of working on multiple activities concurrently. Meticulous attention to detail. Good verbal and written skills with the ability to communicate with client’s and colleagues. Self motivated, enthusiastic and quick to learn. Able to organise own work and others to maximise output. Computer literate in standard MS office applications. Ability to deliver projects/work within tight timescales and ability to motivate and mentor junior scientific staff. Technical credibility to develop good working relationships with internal and external clients. Ability to problem solve and plan resources to maintain workflow in delivery of projects. Experience Extensive experience of working in a laboratory conducting PCR analysis. Experience of working in a laboratory conducting ELISA analysis (Preferred). Analytical Project management. Languages Fluent in English (Written and Spoken).  We pride ourselves on having a high performing and collaborative culture where we offer support and development to enhance your career and develop your knowledge and skills. In return for your commitment, drive and enthusiasm, we offer an attractive benefits package within a highly successful International business that offers financial rewards and resources, including bonus scheme, contributory pension, life assurance, generous holiday allowance and a flexible benefits programme. Please be aware that this role will require you to handle materials that contain allergens and meat produce.   RSSL website: https://www.rssl.com/ YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/RSSLServices LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/107107 #RSSL