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Role Title: Talent Development Manager Salary: Competitive salary depending on experience plus benefits Location: Reading / Slough / West London Travel: Ability to travel extensively across the UK required Working for one of the UK's leading multi-channel wholesalers, we are looking for an experienced Talent Development Manager to join a growing team supporting colleagues across the UK. Following a period of growth, this newly created role involves designing, developing, and delivering end-to-end talent development strategies, programmes, and frameworks that enable teams to grow, perform, and succeed. You will work closely with leaders across the business, acting as a trusted advisor on organisational development, leadership capability, employee experience, and performance culture. You will bring a strong commercial mindset, be confident using data and insights to shape strategy, and be comfortable navigating evolving workplace trends, including digital transformation and AI. Above all, you will be passionate about people, relationships, and building capability aligned to purpose and values. Responsibilities Designing and delivering a best-in class leadership development programme Establishing performance gaps and determining the learning offering that would be most suitable to address the learning needs Partnering with senior leaders to align People, Culture & Talent strategies with business goals, supporting organisational change and evolving operating models Coaching leaders and their teams, providing them with skills development workshops Thinking and acting commercially to enable the delivery of leadership development activities in the most efficient way, contributing directly to growing the business Demonstrating expertise as a learning specialist, utilising knowledge of the latest learning techniques and methodologies Championing and promoting the learning offerings within the organisation Analysing learning data to understand and measure the effectiveness of the learning programmes Owning the end to end roadmap for organisational development and leadership learning solution Candidate Requirements CIPD Level 5 (or above) Proven experience in leadership development and organisational development Experience managing HR/L&D systems and processes Strong communication and influencing skills at all levels Ability to work independently and deliver impactful solutions Experience working across matrixed and multi site organisations (multi country experience desirable) Data literate, with the ability to turn insights into practical actions Comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels with a commercial mindset Flexible, consultative, and adaptable approach Willingness to travel extensively across the UK If you are interested, please send your CV in Word format, quoting reference J-25181/LT/ED detailing your current remuneration package and availability. A consultant will be in touch with progressing candidates. Applications by other candidates will not be contacted further.

World renowned brand & market leader in plumbing & heating products Career progression opportunities to be had for those who want it Working with national & independent plumbing wholesalers in the Norfolk, Suffolk, and Essex region Field sales position targeting plumbing contractors to generate demand & win new business A British Manufacturer! Business Development Manager The Role As an Area Business Development Manager you will be covering the area of Norfolk, Suffolk, and Essex. Your role will be targeting Plumbing Contractors across the region and selling a superb range of underfloor heating systems, pumps, valves, temperature control and push-fit piping products via your Merchant & Wholesale channel partners. These would find themselves in commercial buildings, domestic settings, and high-rise accommodation applications. You will build local relationships with contractors whilst ensuring your channel partners are very well looked after and serviced. 40% of your time will be account management which is more with the merchants, 60% will be generating demand with the end user contractors (this is the most important part of the role). This part of the role is activity driven, hosting trade-mornings in branches, 'skip chasing' projects on the ground, and training Branch staff in your product lines. Having this experience on your CV is vital to your application. This is an exciting, varied, and rewarding sales role for a major British manufacturing powerhouse. The Company Our client is one of the world leaders in the plumbing & heating arena. They have built on last year's success and are looking to bring in new skills & experience in to their sales team. They are a business with a lot of knowledge and expertise and are looking to enhance that in the Sales Team. This is a rare opportunity to come in at this level and they have a culture of developing people and pride themselves on longevity of staff and the training they put their people through. They're a long-established British Manufacturer with a heritage of quality which they are immensely proud of. We are looking for individuals who meet the following criteria Have clear business development/demand generation evidence on your CV A hunger, drive, and desire to win new business with contractors & installers Have exposure to the construction market would be advantageous Strong communication and presentation skills Have sold to, or worked for, merchants or wholesalers in the past would be advantageous Activity & target driven Full & Clean Driving licence Salary £35k- 45k basic salary DOE + 15% quarterly bonus + Company Car + Pension + 25 days holiday Candidate Location: Colchester, Ipswich, Norwich

Be part of something bigWe are Pernod Ricard, a leading company in the global spirits industry with over 19,000 employees globally. We own 16 of the world's top 100 Spirits Brands and hold one of the most prestigious and comprehensive brand portfolios in the industry with 240 premium brands available in over 160 countries, including: Absolut vodka, Ballantine's, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater, Malfy and Monkey 47 gins, Malibu liqueur, Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes.Here in the UKIn the UK, Pernod Ricard is made up of 3 businesses:Pernod Ricard UK, which markets, sells and distributes our products in the UK and also drives the global development of our iconic Gin brands through The Gin HubChivas Brothers, the largest brand company in the Group, responsible for the production and management of our award-winning Scotch whisky portfolioPernod Ricard Global Travel Retail, the global and EMEA home of the group's duty free, air travel and cruises business.Your new teamThis position sits in our Pernod Ricard UK (PRUK) business. Our diverse population of 300+ passionate employees have been creating conviviality since 2001, bringing our premium brands and unforgettable experiences to the UK. As the world's 2nd largest spirits market, the UK is a key location for our company. Since 2017 PRUK has also hosted The Gin Hub, the team responsible for managing the Group's unrivalled portfolio of 'Premium+' International Gins globally.At PRUK, we have a culture that blends performance and conviviality: we are recognised as an open and diverse business with a firm commitment to our employees' wellness, inclusion and safety and to making a positive impact on our industry and environment.The UK market is a well-developed, competitive environment with a number of large competitors selling to very well developed trade segments. The On Trade consists of over 100,000 licensed premises supplied by a number of large national and many small regional wholesalers. Pernod Ricard UK manages the On Trade through 4 aligned business units - Field Sales, Prestige, Managed Retail and Route To Market. The On trade remains a vibrant channel to engage consumers and has seen positive value growth in recent years. Thus the channel is an important contributor to the profit of Pernod Ricard in the UK as well as playing a vital role in building the equity of our brands with consumers.Your unique contributionYou will have 3 main areas of responsibility:Maximise: availability, visibility and ROS to targeted On Trade customers for Pernod Ricard strategic brands within a designated post code territory with a specific focus on helping grow market share and new business in line with The London Team focused growth targets.Work in Collaboration: with Brand Ambassadors, Customer Marketing and the wider Field Sales team to grow contract compliance, share of presence and ultimately volume with our key independent free trade customers.Patch Maintenance and Admin: learn and take responsibility for managing all admin related tasks whilst in role. This includes but is not limited to advanced route and meeting planning, contract building, management and maintenance, managing A&P and invoicing, supporting key Customer Marketing campaigns and fostering strong relationships across the patch.Who you'll be working with:Internally, your main stakeholders will be the Field Sales Manager and Channel Manager, Regional CAEs, Brand Managers, Customer Marketing Managers and Brand Ambassadors.Externally, you will interface with Route to Market wholesalers, customers and consumers.Your blend of talentThis position could be right for you if you:Engage with local RTMs to facilitate growth and development.Gain new listings across the portfolio to increase distribution and house pour status in major categories (vodka, gin, rum, tequila, liqs & specs, champagne) whilst being commercially minded.Maximise visibility to increase brand awareness, through on-trade activation (brand takeovers, sponsorship, POS and menu support highlighting key brand serves)Collaborate with Brand Activation teams to organise staff education to ensure PRUK brand recommendation by driving bartender and consumer advocacy.Evaluate activity to determine effectiveness and measurement of objectives (SMART).Are organised, efficient and can handle managing multiple relationships as well as stay on top of necessary admin related to the role.Our mix of benefitsFor your health, we offer private medical insurance, critical illness cover and an optional healthcare cash plan and dental insurance.Our lifestyle benefits options include 28 days' annual holiday, your employee pension, share incentive plan, family care, season ticket loans, free mortgage advice, payroll giving and more!You can access lots of gifts & discounts, including an allowance each year to spend on our brands in our staff shop and employee discounts from a range of high street retailers.We have regular events in our very own office bar, employee-run networks, a culture of flexibility and trust and a variety of tools and resources to help you focus on your wellbeing and mental fitness.Conviviality: the Pernod Ricard WayWe have our own way of doing things. We call it conviviality! It's our way of being, and something unique you feel and experience when working for Pernod Ricard.We're committed to conviviality, and with this, you'll be Proud to Belong to our Pernod Ricard family. You'll be Empowered to Perform, supported to succeed, and acknowledged for the value you bring.We combine all this with our Commitment to Care: we are unlocking the magic of human connection to transform our industry and make a positive impact on the world though our strong focus on sustainability and responsibility.We're committed to diversity and inclusionPeople are at the heart of everything we do at Pernod Ricard and are the foundation of our collective spirit as 'Créateurs de Convivialité'.We promote diversity and inclusion throughout our business and supply chain. In our teams, we proactively foster a diverse work force and an inclusive culture - an environment where we can truly be ourselves.We will assess your application for this role based on your skills, experiences and achievements, not your gender, age, ethnic or educational background or any other such factors. Please feel free to leave these off your CV and application form if you so wish.Similarly, if you would like to discuss opportunities for flexible working or require accommodations or support to complete our application process, please let us know.Responsible drinkingAs 'Créateurs de convivialité', we want to turn social interactions into genuine and friendly experiences of sharing and wellbeing.In our culture, we want to create diverse teams in which our differences contribute to our success. Therefore, all are welcome at Pernod Ricard, regardless of your religious beliefs or personal choices on the consumption of alcohol.In our business, we work together with industry members, civil society, governments, local authorities and UN bodies to promote responsible drinking.Job Posting End Date:2026-06-15Target Hire Date:2026-07-21Target End Date:

Senior Business Development Manager Logistics & Global Shipping (Remote) Location: UK Wide (Work From Home) Job Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive Basic Salary + Uncapped Commission GEIM is a growing global shipping and logistics consultancy helping businesses move goods around the world faster, smarter and more efficiently. We work with importers, exporters, manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and e-commerce businesses to deliver tailored shipping solutions that reduce costs, improve efficiency and support international growth. We are looking for an ambitious Senior Business Development Manager to help drive the next stage of our expansion across the UK. This is a fully remote, work-from-home role offering flexibility, autonomy and genuine career progression. You will work directly with company leadership and play a key role in winning new business and developing long-term client relationships. The Role As a Senior Business Development Manager, your primary focus will be generating new business opportunities and developing relationships with prospective clients throughout the UK. Responsibilities include: • Identifying and approaching new customers • Building relationships with business owners and decision-makers • Understanding customer shipping and logistics requirements • Presenting tailored solutions and commercial proposals • Converting opportunities into long-term business relationships • Working closely with internal teams to ensure excellent customer service • Maintaining a strong sales pipeline and delivering against targets This role is ideal for a Business Development Manager who enjoys prospecting, relationship building and creating opportunities rather than simply managing existing accounts. What We're Looking For We are interested in speaking with candidates who have experience in logistics, freight forwarding, shipping, supply chain, courier services, import/export, e-commerce fulfilment or B2B sales. However, we are equally interested in exceptional sales professionals from other industries who have a proven track record of generating new business and exceeding targets. The ideal candidate will have: • Proven business development or sales experience • A strong record of winning new business • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills • A commercial and solution-focused approach • The ability to work independently in a remote environment • A motivated, results-driven mindset What We Offer • Competitive basic salary • Uncapped commission structure • Fully remote work-from-home role • Direct access to company leadership • Significant earning potential • Long-term career progression • Supportive and entrepreneurial culture Why Join GEIM? This is more than just another sales role. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing business while building a rewarding long-term career. Your efforts will directly contribute to the company's success and growth. If you are an ambitious Business Development Manager looking for flexibility, autonomy and strong earning potential, we would love to hear from you

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - RETAIL THATCHAM, Berkshire Hybrid Up to £55,000 + up to £10,000 OTE + bonus + commission Looking to join a growing and innovative business that genuinely makes a difference to people's everyday lives? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established company, with 20 years in supplying products to both retail and trade partners across the UK, operating across the health, wellbeing, and independent living sectors. Get Recruited are partnering with a market leading retail and distribution business that is continuing to grow its commercial presence across key retail, wholesale, and distributor channels. They are now looking for an experienced Senior Business Development Manager to play a key role in driving growth, developing strategic partnerships, and expanding existing national accounts. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven sales professional who enjoys building relationships, identifying new opportunities, and working within a collaborative SME environment where you can genuinely make an impact. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement sales strategies alongside the Managing Director to drive business growth and achieve revenue targets Manage and grow a portfolio of existing retail, wholesale, and distributor accounts through strong relationship management and account development Identify opportunities to maximise revenue within existing customer accounts Generate and convert new business opportunities across retail and trade channels Build relationships with key national retailers, wholesalers, and distribution partners Support product launches, sales forecasting, and strategic commercial planning Deliver engaging presentations and sales pitches to prospective customers and partners Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure excellent customer service and account support Attend customer meetings, trade events, and exhibitions across the UK as required Qualifications: Proven experience in business development, account management, or commercial sales within a retail or trade partner environment Experience managing or developing relationships with national retailers A proactive and self motivated approach with strong relationship building skills Excellent presentation, negotiation, and commercial awareness A track record of exceeding sales targets and securing new business wins Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel nationally with occasional overnight stays Proven experience as the following: Senior Business Development Manager, National Account Manager, Retail Account Manager, Commercial Manager, Trade Sales Manager, Key Account Manager, Business Development Executive, Partnerships Manager, Sales Manager, Channel Development Manager Benefits: Commission + Bonus structure Hybrid working Growing and supportive SME environment Opportunity to work with innovative wellbeing and independent living products Career progression opportunities Collaborative and friendly team culture We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.

Opportunity to join an exciting cabling and accessories business in growth Positive and collaborative office culture and great team support Great chance to meet customers face to face as well as office working Opportunity for bright, driven junior candidate wanting sales career HYBRID - 3 days in Luton and 2 days in field Ideal location within 1 hour of Luton. Beds, Bucks, Cambs and Northampton ideal Salary - £40k with 20% bonus and car allowance Business Development Manager - Cabling and Accessories The Role: Our client is a major name within the cable manufacturing and accessories industry and they are looking to onboard a new Business Development Manager. Based 3 days a week in the office and 2 days out meeting customers, the role will see you selling a large portfolio of cables, lugs, glands, ties etc for a number of different applications such as renewable energy, rail networks and security industries. Full training and support for non industry candidates will be given. This is a proactive sales role encompassing calls over the phone, booking face to face meetings, Teams calls and supporting customers on email. Candidates will be using a CRM to log calls and update pipeline. A great platform for someone wanting a career in field sales. The BDM will target a customer base of industrial OEMs, panel builders, end users in technical environments. This is a fast paced and sometimes technical sales role, providing support to customers, opening new customers and providing quotes, pricing and customer service support when needed. It is a proactive sales team with daily KPIs and a drive for upselling and cross selling the portfolio where possible. An understanding of electrical and cabling would be a huge advantage but candidates with a strong internal or external sales background in other industries are also fine. Key to success is someone happy making outbound calls, a great relationship builder, comfortable handling customer enquiries, solving problems and driven to perform against targets. The Company: Comprising of 3 key brands across cabling and accessories, they have specialist teams to target a variety of sectors and applications. They have the ability to deliver fast, standardised solutions as well as creating bespoke cabling solutions if needed. They have a strong training & development ethos and look after their people. They like to promote from within where possible which means genuine career opportunities can be had here for those that excel and want it, especially in the sales teams. Their bonus structure is very appealing and top performers are rewarded extremely well. Required criteria: Have experience either working externally or internally, in a branch/office selling over the phone and Teams to customers. Electrical bias, has worked in branch for an electrical wholesaler or has been selling to electrical wholesalers. Can demonstrate a track record in cold calling, handling enquiries, providing quotes and leading meetings on Teams. Daily access to Luton office and someone happy working on the phone/Teams talking to people. Professional in approach. Wants a career in field sales and is confident meeting technical customers face to face. Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 basic salary + 20% bonus + 25 days holiday + car allowance + Healthcare scheme

1. Business Development & Client Management Manage and expand the customer base in the UK and Ireland. Develop strategic relationships with retailers, importers, and distributors in the region. Negotiate commercial agreements and collaboration terms aligned with profitability and growth objectives. Coordinate with clients on demand planning, forecasting, and inventory management. 2. Category Management & Product Development Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competition to identify growth opportunities. Work closely with the Category Management team to optimize the product portfolio in the market. Collaborate on marketing strategies and brand positioning initiatives within the region. 3. Cross-Functional Coordination with Internal Teams Sales & Planning: Ensure alignment between demand and supply with global commercial teams. Operations & Logistics: Coordinate seamless order execution and supply chain efficiency with the European operations team. Finance & Performance Management: Oversee the region's P&L, ensuring profitable margins and financial goal achievement. Marketing & Branding: Collaborate with the global marketing team to strengthen Camposol's presence in the UK and Ireland. 4. Financial Analysis & Performance Reporting Manage key sales, profitability, and logistics efficiency KPIs in the region. Report commercial performance to the Commercial Director. Recommend corrective strategies based on market analysis and financial performance insights. Education Degree in Business Administration, International Trade, Marketing, or related fields. An MBA is a plus. Experience 5-7 years in commercial roles within the fresh produce industry. Proven experience negotiating with retailers and wholesalers in the UK and Ireland. Strong understanding of supply chain operations and the dynamics of fresh produce markets in the region. Key Skills Fluency in English (mandatory); Spanish is a plus. Matrix Work Experience, managing multiple stakeholders effectively. Strategic Alignment, ensuring global strategies are adapted to local market needs. Strong Analytical Skills, with the ability to interpret market data and financial performance. Excellent Communication, Negotiation, and Leadership Skills, fostering strong business relationships and driving results. Camposol promotes the inclusion of people with disabilities and gender equity, ensuring equal conditions and benefits for both women and men.

Account Manager (Level 2) - Commercial (37 hours per week, permanent contract) Location: Hybrid Working (based primarily at Durham or Peterborough offices, with flexible working from home) Salary: Starting at £35,200 plus a discretionary bonus potential of up to 8% of annual salary Car Allowance: No Job Level: C Line Manager: Rebecca Goode, Account Manager Team Lead We want our people to have a great work-life balance and support flexible working in terms of a hybrid model and varying start and finish times in some teams where possible. Please discuss this further with the hiring manager during your interview. ABOUT US Wave is a leading national business water retailer helping over 300,000 customers across the UK to benefit from the non-household water market. We're dedicated to helping businesses lower water use, be more water efficient and reduce costs - all which helped us earn Water Retailer of the Year 2021, 2023 and again in 2025. Our vision is to be the most customer-focused utility delivering value and efficiency in everything we do, making a positive difference to the environment and society. The culture at Wave is like nowhere else. We're committed to a happy, healthy place to work, and have a working environment which supports continuous learning and development, one where people can really flourish. Our people are at the centre of everything we do. Joining us means you'd be part of a team of over 300 people working flexibly across two UK based offices. You'll find a real focus on employee wellbeing, excellent career opportunities and some great benefits too. We expect great things from you and we give great things back. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? Wealth Excellent pension scheme - we will double match your contribution, up to a maximum of 5% employee contribution and 10% from Wave Bonus potential Perkbox membership with a vast range of perks - high street savings (fashion retailers, supermarkets and restaurants), discounted cinema tickets, travel and holiday discounts and online fitness classes Income protection scheme Personal accident insurance 4x salary Life assurance Free onsite parking Time off 24 days holiday rising to 26 (plus bank holidays) A day off for your birthday Half a day on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve The option to buy holidays 1 day paid volunteering Wellbeing Hybrid/Flexible working Healthcare cash back scheme Cycle to work scheme Christmas and summer parties 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Free flu shots Family Friendly Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Enhanced shared parental and adoption leave Dog friendly offices We care about you as an employee and have a range of resources available to both you and your family THE ROLE IN A NUTSHELL The commercial team are responsible for servicing multisite customers ranging from retailers, hotels, gyms to airports. The team is looking for an Account Manager to support the delivery of KPIs for the commercial portfolio and to help us to continue to develop our great and wonderful culture. REQUIREMENTS The role will suit you if you are: A team player who supports colleagues and works with others to achieve the best outcome for the customer and business. Someone that possesses excellent time-management skills. Proficient in Word, Excel and Powerpoint. A self-starter with ability to work on own initiative. An excellent communicator and facilitator. WHAT WILL YOUR TYPICAL DAY LOOK LIKE? Work closely and proactively with all of your customers, by attending regular Teams meetings, and occasional face to face meetings, as well as interaction by e mail and telephone. You will be the customer champion within Wave and more broadly, such as with regulators and water companies, to ensure positive and fair results are always achieved. Implementing an Account Development Plan (ADP) for each customer and using that as the basis for a communication schedule. Understanding their key drivers and objectives and helping them achieve these within their specified timeframe. Adding value to your accounts via promotion of Water Efficiency Services. Developing relationships and interacting with other business areas, such as metering, billing and Wholesaler Management. Supporting growth and retention opportunities with the I&C Sales and Bid teams. Reviewing reports and following processes to manage the debt associated with your customer portfolio. Making sure that customer payments are received according to contracted payment terms. Working with customers and wholesalers to reduce long unread meters (LUMS) across your portfolio and increasing billing accuracy and data. WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU? A desire to provide the highest levels of customer service. The ability to work in a structured way to ensure consistency of the service provided. A team player who supports colleagues and works with others to achieve the best outcome for the customer and business. Numerical literacy with good analytical and MS Excel skills. The ability to write effective communications. Excellent time-management and organisational skills. A degree or equivalent experience in a related subject. Account Management experience with a history of developing long-term relationships with a variety of key customers. Demonstrable B2B sales experience in a commercial environment. WHY WAVE? Wave is committed to making a positive difference to the environment and society in which it operates. If you are excited to join a dynamic growing business which cares about its people, we would love to hear from you. BE YOURSELF - OUR DIFFERENCES MAKE US STRONGER Wave is proud to be an inclusive employer and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. We will take into consideration any adjustments or individual requirements at any stage of your recruitment journey. If you require any additional support related to menopause, neurodiversity, or any other reason, please do let us know by contacting .