The Sterling Choice

About the Company

Global food and beverage recruitment - that’s what we do.

We've been matching employers and candidates on shared values and vision since 2013, working with some of the world's leading food and beverage companies.

Finding and securing talent from entry-level to the board room across all disciplines including Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, R&D, Food Safety, HR, Sales & Marketing and Finance.

We don't just fill jobs, we pride ourselves on sourcing the talent that you need based on skills, experience, behavior and values.

90% of the roles we've been briefed on are filled
We reduce time-to-hire by 70% on average
The average length of time candidates remain in their role is 3 years
We work at PACE

When candidates and clients have good synergy, great things happen, that's why we are known as The Sterling Choice.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

The Sterling Choice

Job Title

Assistant Brand Manager Marketing

Job Description

**Job title** Assistant Brand Manager **Role summary** Support brand development by managing partnerships, shopper marketing, social media, packaging, and financial administration. Work closely with the Marketing Controller to execute annual plans, brief agencies, and maintain brand standards across all touchpoints. **Expectations** - Handle day‑to‑day brand initiatives with minimal supervision. - Deliver on scheduled deliverables and meet agreed KPIs. - Maintain professional relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners. **Key responsibilities** - Own and nurture key brand partnership relationships; execute annual partnership plans and recommend campaign improvements. - Take brief of in‑store shopper marketing initiatives, coordinate with agencies, and deliver creative concepts that drive measurable results. - Lead the brand’s “always‑on” social media presence: approve content, ideate campaigns, and ensure insights inform future tactics. - Oversee packaging rights and approvals to guarantee shelf‑impact. - Track budget spend, manage purchase orders, resolve payment issues, and keep financial administration on schedule. **Required skills** - 1–3 years experience in FMCG marketing or Brand Management. - Proficient in MS Office and comfortable using marketing tools. - Excellent written and verbal communication. - Strong organisational skills and keen attention to detail. - Passion for brand building; proactive, resilient, and deadline‑driven. **Required education & certifications** No specific educational or certification requirement stated; a relevant bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field is preferred.

Coventry, United kingdom

On site

04-02-2026

Company Name

The Sterling Choice

Job Title

Technical Manager

Job Description

**Job Title:** Technical Manager **Role Summary:** Lead the technical and quality assurance (QA) function within a fast‑moving food manufacturing operation undergoing transformation. Drive implementation of new systems, continuous improvement initiatives, and best‑practice manufacturing processes to ensure product safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. **Expectations:** - Deliver measurable improvements in product quality, safety, and efficiency. - Provide strategic technical guidance to senior leadership and cross‑functional teams. - Build and mentor a high‑performing QA/technical team aligned with the company’s growth objectives. **Key Responsibilities:** - Oversee all QA activities, including HACCP, GMP, and food safety audits. - Lead development, validation, and maintenance of manufacturing processes and technical specifications. - Manage implementation and integration of new manufacturing systems and technologies. - Coordinate root‑cause investigations and corrective‑preventive actions (CAPA). - Ensure compliance with local, national, and international food safety regulations. - Collaborate with R&D, production, and supply chain to support product launches and scale‑up. - Prepare and present technical performance reports to senior leadership. - Foster a culture of continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies. **Required Skills:** - Strong knowledge of food manufacturing processes and regulatory frameworks (e.g., FSMA, BRC, ISO 22000). - Proven leadership and people‑management abilities. - Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and decision‑making skills. - Experience with quality management systems and audit preparation. - Effective communication and stakeholder‑engagement skills. - Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline (Master’s preferred). - Relevant certifications such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), HACCP Lead Auditor, or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.

Leicestershire, United kingdom

On site

13-03-2026