Helping food and drink businesses succeed through science, technology and information services
With over 2,500 member companies in 80 countries, our client works closely with industry to ensure the industrial relevance of everything they do. This includes a wide range of analysis and testing services and operational support underpinned by a vigorous programme of research and innovation and promoted through extensive knowledge management activities.
Job Purpose
To lead, manage and develop the Wine & Spirits Section to deliver sustainable growth by ensuring the provision of relevant, cost-effective services and projects to the wine and spirits industry.
• Maximising staff motivation and ensuring the availability and efficient utilisation of resources/facilities
• Commercial awareness in timely service/project delivery,
• Maintaining excellent service quality and technical excellence,
• Driving operational efficiency and safe working in compliance with business systems.
• To provide strategic thinking and actively seek business development opportunities
• Delivering financial performance in terms of growth and profitability.
• Developing the current team
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
• A degree Chemistry or MSc – likely to be a recognised expert in field
• Minimum of 5 years experience interpreting chemical and sensory analytical data of global wines and spirits
• Strong knowledge of wine bottle and win importing processes
• Experience of supervising staff to deliver results on-time and to budget
• Experience of working in a fast paced, high throughput laboratory
• Computer literate – proficient use of Word, Excel, Power Point and LIMS
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent knowledge of UK and global wine industry
• Ability to advise, influence and consult on client projects
Hybrid Working considered.
££Excellent salary
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