Permanent

Commercial Executive
19th March 2026 by

The Role

This is a hands-on, commercial role where you’ll work closely with the Commercial Manager to unlock growth across the UK market. You’ll play a key part in managing major customer accounts day to day, helping to drive profitable growth, outstanding service levels, and long-term partnerships.

You’ll be right at the heart of the action – influencing account strategy, owning commercial admin, supporting forecasting and revenue management, and acting as a central contact for customers. You’ll also take the lead on NPD project management, ensuring launches land on time, on spec, and with impact.

If you enjoy variety, pace, and seeing your work translate directly into results on shelf, this role will keep you engaged and challenged.

What You’ll Be Doing

Take P&L responsibility for a defined account, driving brand growth in line with business objectives
Act as the day-to-day commercial contact for customers, building strong, trusted relationships
Partner with Marketing to create and deliver compelling customer plans, including in-store and online activation
Analyse promotional performance, turning insight into clear recommendations that maximise ROI
Deliver robust reporting and data analysis, supporting decision-making with actionable insights
Manage forecasting (internal and external) on a weekly basis
Support S&OP and revenue management, ensuring alignment across the business
Own NPD project critical paths, coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver successful launches
Work closely with Supply Chain on stock, availability, and service level performance
Liaise with supply site planners to maintain full CSL
Manage customer administration for allocated accounts, including promotional nominations and EPOS analysis
Support the delivery of Joint Business Plans and sustainable channel growth
Act as the voice of the customer internally, championing their needs across the business
Ensure timely, accurate information flows to wider business teams

Head of Finance
19th March 2026 by

Head of Finance
Blackpool
c£50,000 – £60,000 dependant on experience
Fully Qualified Accountant required

If you are a fully qualified accountant who enjoys being at the centre of a growing business – not stuck in a large corporate finance team – this could be exactly the move you have been waiting for.
This is a No.1 finance role within a privately owned business with a turnover of around £10m. The business is going through a period of growth and restructuring, and they are looking for someone who can take full ownership of the finance function and act as a genuine right-hand support.
This is not just about producing accounts.
You will be involved in decision making, improving systems, supporting senior managers and helping shape the future direction of the group.

What you will be doing

Leading the finance function across several group companies
Producing monthly management accounts, budgets and cashflow forecasts
Implementing financial controls and improving reporting processes
Working closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team
Managing a small finance team
Presenting financial information at board level
Supporting operational managers with commercial and financial insight

Why this role stands out

True Head of Finance position with autonomy
Direct exposure to senior leadership and business strategy
Growing group with investment plans
Hands-on role where your input will make a difference
Stable business with long-term progression potential

What we are looking for

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified
Experience in a Financial Controller / Head of Finance / Finance Manager role
Strong management reporting and cashflow experience
Comfortable working in an SME or owner-managed environment
Confident communicating with senior stakeholders

What next

Apply with your CV, or contact us for a confidential conversation to find out more before deciding.

Optical Assistant
19th March 2026 by

Optical Assistant – Cannock – £21,150

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and creating a welcoming retail environment? We’re looking for an experienced Optical Assistant to join a friendly and supportive team based in Cannock.

The Role
As an Optical Assistant, you’ll play a key role in ensuring every customer receives an outstanding experience. From supporting patients with their eyewear choices to maintaining a positive store environment, you’ll be at the heart of the customer journey.

The Business
Conveniently located in Cannock, this store offers free parking for both staff and customers.

The Team
You’ll be joining a welcoming, dedicated team who are committed to delivering excellent service and supporting each other day-to-day.

What’s on Offer
* Salary of £21,150
* 4-day working week (Sunday working is essential)
* Monthly bonus
* Holiday entitlement increasing after 5 years’ service
* Your birthday off every year
* Pre-payday lunch
* Healthcare scheme
* Ongoing training and development opportunities

What We’re Looking For
* Previous in-store optical experience (essential)
* Strong customer service skills
* Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
* A team player with a positive attitude

Desirable Experience
* Previous experience in a fast-paced customer service role
* Experience within an optical environment
* Basic knowledge of optical terminology

Interested?
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you.

Send your CV to jennifer@hsc-recruit.co.uk

INDJU

Electrical Bias Maintenance Engineer
19th March 2026 by

Major Recruitment have an exciting and rare opportunity available for an experienced Electrical Bias Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established, long-standing packaging manufacturer based in Leeds. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled engineer with a strong electrical bias and proven experience within a manufacturing environment.

About Our Client

Our client is a highly respected UK manufacturer, operating from modern, state-of-the-art modern facilities. They specialise in delivering innovative, high-quality flexible packaging solutions, including printed packaging, bags, pouches, films, and laminated products for major UK and European brands across food, home, and consumer goods sectors. With a strong heritage and continued investment in technology and people, they remain at the forefront of their industry.

What’s in it for you

Salary: £40,000 – £46,500 (Depdendent on experience)
Shifts: Rotating (Mon-Fri: 6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm / 10pm-6am)
Immediate start available for the right candidate
On-site canteen facilities
Company pension scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Health and wellbeing programme
Genuine opportunity for progression
Company sick pay
Staff store discounts

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled electrically biased Maintenance Engineer to join their fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing operation. This is a hands-on, technically engaging role where you’ll act as a key engineering contact on shift, driving machinery performance, supporting production, and championing continuous improvement across the site.

You’ll ideally be multi-skilled, with exposure to PLCs and automated systems, and thrive in a preventative maintenance environment. Working alongside an experienced engineering team, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring equipment reliability, minimising downtime, and enhancing operational efficiency.

Maintenance Engineer – Day-to-Day Duties

Providing reactive maintenance support to the production operation.
Assessment, identification, modification and performance of preventive maintenance, scheduled maintenance, modifications, or failures / breakdowns on production and packaging machines / lines, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical.
Engineering corrective actions to support the Production Line Manager in ensuring that safe product is produced in line with legislation and Quality standards.
Actively identify and implement plans to eliminate unnecessary losses such as cost, waste, and inefficiencies.
Undertaking fault finding, problem solving and planned and preventative maintenance on plant and equipment to maximise equipment reliability and performance.
Ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards and controls to ensure all work is carried out correctly and safely.
Identify and recommend opportunities for improvements to promote Health & Safety and/or operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Attend and resolve breakdowns, to ensure minimum down time.
Continuous improvement of equipment, improving safety, efficiency, changeovers and minimising downtime.
Undertaking improvements projects to increase machine efficiencies and output.
Reporting on potential breakdowns, maintenance issues, equipment performance, and plant data.
Install and commission new equipment when required.
Working with PLC’s to fault find and repair production equipment.
Carry out checks and inspection of plant, machinery, and equipment, maximise machine utilisation, decrease cycle times.
Work closely with the production team.
Gain a wide, in-depth knowledge of the current production facility, equipment and processes.
Responsibility for the implementation and execution of the factory asset maintenance programme and aimed to eliminate unplanned stops and optimise maintenance cost.
Carry out proactive and reactive maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems on the companies state of the art production lines in a number of different areas of the business.

Health, Safety & Compliance

Adhere to and promote safe working practices
Identify and report hazards to maintain a safe environment
Accurately report incidents, near-misses, and maintenance issues
Maintain high standards of hygiene and housekeeping

Skills & Experience

Educated to a minimum NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) in an Electrical or Mechanical Engineering time served apprenticeship.
17^thor 18^th edition wiring regulations is desirable
Will have knowledge in electrical or mechanical maintenance, within a manufacturing industry.
Have excellent fault-finding and repair skills.
Demonstrate strong mechanical comprehension
Have working knowledge of PLC fault-finding and repair, any programming skills would be of great interest.
Experience of modern manufacturing techniques such as 5S, LEAN and TPM would be ideal.
An analytical mind-set coupled with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Be familiar with working to planned and preventative maintenance schedules in a continuous improvement environment.
Be keen to learn and develop your skills further with a great work ethic and can-do attitude.
Driving licence and own transport.

Personal Attributes

Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently
Strong communication skills across all levels of the business
Well-organised with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset
Committed to continuous learning and development

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business offering stability, technical challenge, and the chance to make a real impact on operational performance.

Why Join?

This is your chance to join a company that values its people, supports career progression, and invests in high standards and continuous improvement. If you’re passionate about engineering and ready to bring your skills to a dynamic production environment, this is the role for you.

How to Apply

Sound like the perfect fit? We’d love to see your CV. Please send us your up-to-date CV highlighting your relevant experience. If you’re shortlisted, we’ll be in touch within 2 working days.

INDMG

Sales Administration Manager
18th March 2026 by

Sales Administration Manager
Bradford
£45,000-£50,000 + Bonus

A well-established and growing manufacturing business within the architectural and building materials sector is seeking an experienced Sales Administration Manager to lead and develop its internal sales support function.

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven Sales Administration Manager to join a respected organisation supplying specialist products across the UK. The successful Sales Administration Manager will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of sales operations, supporting business growth, and enhancing customer experience through strong internal coordination.

The role will suit a hands-on Sales Administration Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has experience managing sales administration teams within manufacturing, technical products, or the glass/building materials sector.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the internal sales administration team, ensuring efficient handling of enquiries, orders, and customer communication
Oversee estimating, sales administration processes, and conversion performance across the sales function
Manage customer relationships from enquiry through to delivery, ensuring high levels of service and issue resolution
Monitor team performance using KPIs and identify areas for improvement
Work closely with senior leadership to support budgeting, forecasting, and operational efficiency
Drive improvements in CRM usage, internal systems, and administrative processes
Provide technical support and guidance to the sales administration team where required
Contribute to long-term business growth through process improvement and operational excellence

The successful Sales Administration Manager will also play a key role in coaching and developing the internal team, ensuring strong performance, engagement, and continuous improvement.

Key Requirements

Experience within the glass industry or a closely related manufacturing sector
Strong understanding of technical or engineered products
Proven experience managing a sales administration or internal sales support team
Strong leadership, coaching, and organisational skills
Ability to analyse performance data and improve processes
Customer-focused with strong commercial awareness

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Sales Administration Manager looking to make a real impact within a growing and ambitious organisation.

Apply today via online instructions or contact Helen for more info. HMIND INDHM

International Sales Executive
18th March 2026 by

International Sales Executive – Global Textile Manufacturer
Rochdale | c£33,000 – £35,000 + bonus + company car | European travel

Would you enjoy a sales role where you’re working with globally recognised fashion brands, travelling across Europe, and building long-term customer relationships – not just chasing short-term targets?
I’m recruiting for an International Sales Executive to join a long-established British manufacturer with a worldwide reputation in specialist fabrics used by some of the best-known outerwear and fashion brands.
This is a rare opportunity to join a family-owned business with real heritage, where people stay long term, are properly trained, and are given the chance to grow their accounts and develop their career.

Why this role stands out:

Established manufacturing business with over 100 years of history
Supplying globally recognised premium clothing brands
Small, supportive team where personality matters as much as experience
Genuine training and long-term development
European travel to customers and exhibitions
Opportunity to grow existing accounts and win new business
Company car + bonus + early finish on Fridays
This is the type of role where you become part of the business, not just an employee.

The role:
You will be working within the international sales team, managing existing customers while also developing new business across the fashion, apparel and textile sectors.
Your time will be split between the office, customer visits and industry exhibitions across the UK and Europe.

Typical responsibilities include:

Managing and developing existing customer accounts
Identifying and winning new business opportunities
Presenting fabric collections to customers and brands
Attending trade shows and exhibitions across Europe
Working closely with production and logistics teams
Providing quotations, samples and technical information
Researching market trends and new customers

Travel is an important part of the role and can be up to around 50% at times.

What they’re looking for:

You don’t need to come from textiles, but you do need strong sales experience and the confidence to deal with customers professionally.
Experience in a sales or business development role
Comfortable building relationships with customers
Organised and self-motivated
Willing to travel in the UK and Europe
Full driving licence and passport required
Textiles, fashion, manufacturing or technical product experience would be an advantage, but not essential.

What you’ll get

Salary around £33,000 – £35,000 (flexible for the right person)
Bonus scheme
Company car
Early finish on Fridays
Long-term career opportunity
Proper training and support
Stable, well-established business

Interested?
If this sounds like the kind of role you’d like to explore, apply now or contact me directly for a confidential chat.

Industrial Shop floor Cleaner/General Labourer
18th March 2026 by

Major Recruitment Huddersfield are currently seeking a Shop floor Cleaner / General Labourer to support factory operations only. This role focuses on maintaining cleanliness and supporting day-to-day activities across production areas of the factory

This position does not include cleaning toilets, offices, or welfare facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Main Duties

Sweeping and cleaning factory floors and production areas only.
Emptying factory bins and disposing of waste into the correct skips.
Ensuring waste materials are separated and disposed of correctly.
Keeping factory walkways, work areas, and production zones clean and tidy.
Assisting across all factory departments as a general labourer when required.
Supporting production teams with basic manual handling tasks.
Helping to maintain a safe, organised, and efficient factory environment.

Health & Safety
Health and safety are a priority at Ashleigh Signs.are carried out safely within the factory environment.

Candidate Requirements

Reliable, punctual, and hardworking.
Willing to carry out factory cleaning and general labouring duties.
Physically fit and comfortable with manual tasks.
Able to work independently and as part of a team.
Positive attitude with a flexible approach to work.
Commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team in a busy factory environment. This role is essential to keeping factory operations running smoothly and offers the opportunity to become a valued and respected member of the team.

Employment Type: Full-time
Working Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm, plus overtime if required
Salary: £12.50 per hour

Please call 01484 437 818

INDAC

Production/Assembly Operatives
18th March 2026 by

We’re Hiring: Production Operators

Are you physically fit, reliable, and ready to take on a hands-on role in an industrial environment? We are seeking motivated individuals to join a leading international manufacturing company as Production Operative. This is a physically demanding role that requires strength, endurance, and a strong focus on safety.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate and monitor industrial furnaces within a manufacturing environment.
Load and unload heavy materials and products safely.
Ensure all products meet strict quality standards and production timelines.
Adhere to all health and safety regulations and company procedures.

What We Are Looking For:

Experience or familiarity with machine operations and factory settings.
Good physical strength and stamina, with the ability to stand for long periods and handle heavy lifting.
Willingness to work in high-temperature environments.
Previous experience in a production, assembly, or manufacturing environment is preferred.
Strong work ethic, excellent attendance, and punctuality.
Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Attention to detail and a willingness to learn and develop new skills.
Ability to follow detailed instructions accurately.
Assembly experience is advantageous.

Shift Pattern – Weekly Alternating:
Week 1:

Monday-Thursday: 6:00am-2:00pm
Friday: 6:00am-11:00am

Week 2:

Monday-Thursday: 2:00pm-10:00pm
Friday: 11:00am-4:00pm

Pay Rate: £13.26 per hour

Why Join Us?

Long-term opportunities with potential progression to permanent positions.
Onsite canteen offering hot and cold food options, as well as vending machines.
Provided uniforms and free onsite parking.
Comprehensive training to help you develop your skills and advance within the company.
Immediate start opportunities available.

If you are motivated, reliable, and ready to contribute to a leading automotive company, apply now to begin your journey with us.

Major Recruitment acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary opportunities.

INDAC

Export Administrator
18th March 2026 by

Major Recruitment Oldbury are delighted to be recruiting for our Cradley Heath client who are seeking an Export Administrator to join their busy export team.

Hours of work are Monday to Thursday 8am to 5pm and a 2.30pm finish on Fridays.

Duties and tasks will include:

 Manage the movement of goods into and out of the UK and also from Erodex Inc. ensuring all customs import and export duty regulations and documentation are met
 Create shipments and arrange Courier bookings, ensuring all export documentation is completed correctly (e.g., invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin).
 Track shipments through to their end destination, working with Freight providers to quickly resolve any queries and remove blockages/delays in the delivery of goods.
 Work with Export Account Managers to respond to international customer enquiries and provide quotations all administered in our BC system.
 Process Export orders accurately and efficiently, liaising with the Manufacturing and Supply Chain teams to monitor expected delivery dates. Keep the Exports Account Managers and Customer informed of progress
 Work with the Customer to establish forecasted demand and where necessary work with internal stakeholders to maintain appropriate stock levels and operational demand in the system.

Candidates welcome to apply for the role will have the following:

 Preferable experience in Export compliance in an International Trade environment with knowledge of Export requirements and documentation.
 Knowledge of International Logistics and Incoterms
 Proficient skills in ERP and CRM systems, being able to run reports from the ERP system and handle large volumes of data (e.g. using Pivot tables in Excel)
 Experience in a Manufacturing environment – desirable

Parking is available

INDLS