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Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke products within various categories, including Health & Beauty, Household Impulse Snacking and Reusable Bags. We are proud to be best-in-class when it comes to own-label product innovation. Our Categories are fast-paced with ever-evolving trends and a host of ground-breaking products coming to market on a regular basis – we add value to retailers by leading and owning each category.

Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK

REPORT TO: National Account Manager

LOCATION: Hybrid (2 days per week) commuting distance to Christchurch, Dorset

TRAVEL: Yes

Purpose of the role:

This is a great opportunity for a bright, driven and enthusiastic account executive who is looking for a career with excellent progression. We are looking for a proactive, commercially minded individual who can build lasting relationships, knows how to prioritise, learn quickly, and be open to a challenge – previous experience in a similar role with a passion for sales, FMCG or retail would be advantageous

Key Responsibilities:

• To drive sales with an allocated account base, maximising Solent’s profitability
• Daily contact with the account base
• Providing constant market information to assigned accounts
• Report and analysis of accounts’ progress using validated sales data
• To oversee and ensure accurate orders, invoicing and stock management on your account base
• Work with internal buying teams and external manufacturers to secure ranging and price negotiations
• Dealing with any account issues with your national account manager
• Fulfilment of POS
• Manage customer awareness of issues, which may affect delivery of goods and services
• Work with supply chain teams to ensure delivery dates are met for account intake plans and the ability to manage critical timelines
• Work with internal departments to ensure all areas of the account are being run effectively and projects are within timeline
• Update your team on problems or issues solved and actions taken on accounts
• Ability to travel in the UK and abroad
• Ability to take ownership of projects with tight deadlines and ensuring all stakeholders are completing task in full
• The ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and stakeholders is essential

About you:

• 1 Years experience in a National Account Exec role
• Analytical skills to review sales data, spot trends and SKU performance
• Ability and confidence in presenting in front of retailer buying teams
• Ability and confidence to run meetings internally and with suppliers and retailers
• Understanding of the retail environment and spotting opportunities to drive sales growth for retailers and Solent
• Ability to use Excel, PowerPoint, Word and databases
• Knowledge and ability to execute marketing activities within retail / corporate channels
• Professional approach and good communication skills
• The ability and desire to be an account manager of the future
• Enthusiastic and passionate about good performance
• Commercially robust and good listening skills
• Attention to detail
• Time management skills
• Interest or experience in foods and the snacking industry

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
• 25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years’ service and 30 days after 5 years’ service
• Extensive benefits programme including buying additional holiday, medical cash plan, access to mental health support and many other benefits
• Hybrid working flexibility (at business discretion)
• Great learning and development and progression opportunities
• Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Generous Company Sick Pay
• Pension Scheme Contribution
• Solent social events run by our inhouse Social Team
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free parking on Christchurch Quay

Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke products within various categories, including Health & Beauty, Household Impulse Snacking and Reusable Bags. We are proud to be best-in-class when it comes to own-label product innovation. Our Categories are fast-paced with ever-evolving trends and a host of ground-breaking products coming to market on a regular basis – we add value to retailers by leading and owning each category.

Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK

REPORT TO: National Account Manager

LOCATION: Hybrid (2 days per week) commuting distance to Christchurch, Dorset

TRAVEL: Yes

Purpose of the role:

As National Account Executive (NAE) you will play a key role in driving sales, enhancing customer relationships and securing new business, in addition to supporting the wider team. You will have full ownership of your sales performance focusing on achieving targets across your customer base. Active with all customers with regular face to face meetings presenting all products and identifying new opportunities

Key Responsibilities:

• Regular customer meetings to maintain accounts and present NPD
• Identifying and securing new business opportunities within the market
• Customer relationship management
• Cross functional collaboration across all departments both in the UK and Far East
• Build strong relationships Internally with: Product, Operations, Commercial and Technical teams
• Regular trade visits
• Help to manage all aspects of: Budgeting, Forecasting, objectives, etc
• Set and achieve sales targets
• Monitor sales performance weekly
• Provide regular sales reports across the account base
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with all customers to ensure product listings and growth

About you:

• Minimum 1 year experience in an account exec role previously
• Interaction with multiple retail bases from discount sectors through to grocer channels
• Proven sales success with a track record of achieving targets
• Experience working with or a personal interest in health & beauty or household products
• Willingness to travel nationally for face-to-face meetings with your customers as and when required
• Networked and understands the basic process of supply & manufacturing
• Experience in digital & online sales platforms - advantageous
• Ability to build relationships at all levels both internally and externally
• Confidence presenting to all business stake holders
• A sales driven individual who strives to achieve above and beyond targets
• Team player (cross functionally: Operations, Technical, Finance, Product etc)
• Strong attention to detail
• Creatively Minded
• Negotiation skills

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
• 25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years’ service and 30 days after 5 years’ service
• Extensive benefits programme including buying additional holiday, medical cash plan, access to mental health support and many other benefits
• Hybrid working flexibility (at business discretion)
• Great learning and development and progression opportunities
• Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Generous Company Sick Pay
• Pension Scheme Contribution
• Solent social events run by our inhouse Social Team
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free parking on Christchurch Quay

Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke products within various categories, including Health & Beauty, Household Impulse Snacking and Reusable Bags. We are proud to be best-in-class when it comes to own-label product innovation. Our Categories are fast-paced with ever-evolving trends and a host of ground-breaking products coming to market on a regular basis – we add value to retailers by leading and owning each category

Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK

REPORT TO: Technical Manager

LOCATION: Hybrid (2 days per week in Christchurch, Dorset)

Purpose of the role:

The successful candidate will support the development, safety, quality, and legality of products across Solent’s categories. The role will focus on innovation, product formulation, supplier technical compliance, and the continuous improvement of existing product lines to meet Solent’s high standards and customer expectations. The position is UK, EU, and Far East supplier-facing, as well as retailer-facing, and works closely with internal Product, Technical, Design, and Supply Chain teams. The role involves comprehensive internal and external stakeholder management, customer and Solent technical database management, and active involvement in the Solent New Product Development process

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for supporting across technical product development, innovation, quality assurance and launch, ensuring safety, legal compliance and manufacturability
• Working with technical teams in UK and Asia to ensure all technical aspects of a project are completed, for example safety assessment, product performance testing, regulatory compliance, product specifications and legal checks etc
• Coordinating with the Technical team to prepare the product specifications and drafting quality contracts where applicable including updating and maintaining customer portals, thus ensuring awareness by customers and manufacturing suppliers for the required quality assurance
• Check product artwork, packaging and labelling for compliance with relevant regional legislation
• Work closely with the internal Product and Commercial teams to ensure all technical requirements are applied during the NPD process and new launches
• Coordinate product sampling, shelf-life testing, sensory evaluation and regular product surveillance testing
• Support supplier audits and risk assessments to verify product standards and safety, both in development and production runs
• Handle daily technical queries from internal teams, customers, and suppliers including export queries, NPD support, and ad hoc technical data requests
• Troubleshoot product or process issues to drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Travel to various locations with line manager to attend factory initial visits, development trials, pre-production and product launches
• Attend conferences, exhibitions, and trade shows to keep on top of innovations and opportunities with new materials, production techniques or products
• Prioritise and champion Solent’s Policies on Sustainability, Innovation and Ethical manufacturing

About you:

• 1-3 years’ experience of technical product development and delivery to market
• Preferred – A degree in a relevant subject (or equivalent experience)
• Basic knowledge of technical safety standards, customer standards and global product regulations
• Working knowledge of specification writing
• Excellent people, presentation and communication skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving mindset
• High attention to detail and data accuracy

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
• 25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years’ service and 30 days after 5 years’ service
• Extensive benefits programme including buying additional holiday, medical cash plan, access to mental health support and many other benefits
• Flexible hours and work from home available to all staff
• Great learning and development and progression opportunities · Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Generous Company Sick Pay
• Pension Scheme Contribution
• Solent social events run by our inhouse Social Team
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free parking on Christchurch Quay

Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke products within various categories, including Health & Beauty, Household Impulse Snacking and Reusable Bags. We are proud to be best-in-class when it comes to own-label product innovation. Our Categories are fast-paced with ever-evolving trends and a host of ground-breaking products coming to market on a regular basis – we add value to retailers by leading and owning each category

Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK

REPORT TO: Logistics Supervisor

LINE MANAGEMENT: Logistics Administrator

LOCATION: Hybrid (2 days per week in Christchurch, Dorset)

TRAVEL: Yes, UK sites

Purpose of the role:

The Freight Desk Specialist reports into the Logistics Supervisor and is supported by the wider operations and supply chain team. You will manage the relationships and service of all freight for Solent whilst also supporting with freight management improvements for Go Superfoods and the Humble Group. This role supports in providing focus on efficient and cost-effective management of ocean, air and road freight, coordinating with suppliers, freight forwarders, hauliers, and internal teams to maintain high standards of delivery performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• People management of direct reports, including: training, development, appraisals, performance management
• Ensure cost effective freight options are available to the wider logistics team, for all lanes globally, that achieve required service and delivery standards
• Pro-actively look to optimise routings and be knowledgeable on any global logistical challenges
• Ensure all shipments comply with transport regulations and customs requirements for international shipping
• Work together with the Humble Group to support their logistics and freight requirements
• Track and report on freight costs
• Invoice checking to ensure accurate vs expected costs
• Cost management of all cost centres related to freight, ensuring service and cost are optimised.
• Develop partner relationships and establish your own key network of contacts with our partners
• Support development of logistics processes, process mapping and work instructions in line with company strategic objectives with regards to environment, quality, customer satisfaction, cost and efficiency.
• Promote an attitude of innovation, pace and intrinsic positivity
• Actively seek to improve skills and knowledge base, via training, site visits and knowledge sharing

About you:

• Proven logistics experience and knowledge
• Dealing with multiple external partners.
• SAP or ERP skills across supply chain and operations functions
• Experience working in a fast-paced operations environment
• Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritize
• Up to date with all legislation regarding road, air and sea transport operations
• FMCG experience advantageous
• Must be flexible, adaptable and positive towards change
• Self-starter who can work off their own initiative
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and initiatives simultaneously
• Possessing the vision, drive and determination to succeed
• Able to communicate clearly and concisely across levels of the organisation
• Willing and able to take ownership, make decisions
• Remain composed, proactive and supportive during high pressure situations

Key competencies and skills:

• Knowledge of EDI
• Cost efficiency
• Customer service
• Attention to detail
• Data analysis & reporting
• MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• SAP
• Order processing

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
• 25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years’ service and 30 days after 5 years’ service
• Extensive benefits programme including buying additional holiday, medical cash plan, access to mental health support and many other benefits
• Flexible hours and work from home available to all staff
• Great learning and development and progression opportunities · Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Generous Company Sick Pay
• Pension Scheme Contribution
• Solent social events run by our inhouse Social Team
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free parking on Christchurch Quay

Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke products within various categories, including Health & Beauty, Household Impulse Snacking and Reusable Bags. We are proud to be best-in-class when it comes to own-label product innovation. Our Categories are fast-paced with ever-evolving trends and a host of ground-breaking products coming to market on a regular basis – we add value to retailers by leading and owning each category

Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK

LOCATION: Hybrid (2 days per week in Christchurch, Dorset)

Purpose of the role:

The Purchase Ledger controller is responsible for managing the company’s financial transactions, ensuring that invoices are accurately recorded, approved, and paid on time. This role is crucial for maintaining strong vendor relationships and upholding financial transparency. The position requires attention to detail and good organisational skills in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment.

The role involves working closely with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, including overseas contacts, and maintaining positive supplier relationships through regular communication. The Purchase Ledger Controller must strictly adhere to group requirements regarding new supplier acceptance, supplier profile creation, and supplier payment procedures

Key Responsibilities:

• Invoice Management Preparing and processing high volumes of invoices across multi databases. Verifying, processing and recording invoices to ensure they match purchase orders and receipts preventing duplicate or unauthorised payments
• Payment Processing Schedule weekly payments, ensuring that all financial obligations are met on time to maintain vendor trust and credibility. Manage bank balances and accounts - ensuring sufficient currency in each account for payment runs, daily cash receipt management. Assist in weekly cashflow forecasting
• Monitor AP aging and resolve discrepancies to ensure timely payments and avoid late fees
• Maintain positive relationships with vendors and respond to enquiries professionally, resolving invoices discrepancies, payment issues, vendor disputes in a timely manner
• Request and review monthly statement of accounts for all vendors
• Support purchase order approvals and compliance with authorization thresholds
• Management of the accounts inbox
• Assist in leading and developing accounts payable function
• Establish and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations.
• Support month end and year end close processes

About you:

• Proven experience in accounts payable /Finance role is essential
• Experience in working under multi-company environment would be an advantage
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications - with strong Excel skills
• Proficient in accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Knowledge of accounting principles and AP best practices
• Familiar with accounts reconciliation
• Strong attention to detail with a dedication to accuracy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with leadership ability
• Ability to analyse large sets of data and work in a fast-paced environment, with ability to under pressure
• Collaborative team player
• Commercially aware, with a strong grasp of the bigger picture

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
• 25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years’ service and 30 days after 5 years’ service
• Extensive benefits programme including buying additional holiday, medical cash plan, access to mental health support and many other benefits
• Flexible hours and work from home available to all staff
• Great learning and development and progression opportunities · Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Generous Company Sick Pay
• Pension Scheme Contribution
• Solent social events run by our inhouse Social Team
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free parking on Christchurch Quay

Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke products within various categories, including Health & Beauty, Household Impulse Snacking and Reusable Bags. We are proud to be best-in-class when it comes to own-label product innovation. Our Categories are fast-paced with ever-evolving trends and a host of ground-breaking products coming to market on a regular basis – we add value to retailers by leading and owning each category

Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK

REPORT TO: Freight Desk Specialist

LOCATION: Hybrid (2 days per week in Christchurch, Dorset)

Purpose of the role:

This role reports directly to the Freight Desk Specialist and is supported by the wider logistics, operations and supply chain team, while always being aligned to customer demand and supporting commercial colleagues to meet and exceed customer expectations

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the entire logistics team
• Track and report on logistics costs
• Invoice checking to ensure accurate vs expected costs and report any discrepancies to line manager
• Maintain and update live system data as necessary to facilitate smooth processing of orders, reporting, documentation and invoicing.
• Striving towards best-in-class operation, working with internal and external partners as necessary to continually improve logistics processes with a right first-time mentality
• Address delays, shortages, or other logistical challenges to keep operations running smoothly
• Ensure adherence to regulations and managing necessary paperwork
• Prioritise daily tasks as required in line with business demands
• Support development of logistics processes, process mapping and work instructions in line with company strategic objectives with regards to environment, quality, customer satisfaction, cost and efficiency
• Develop partner relationships and establish your own key network of contacts with our partners
• Promote an attitude of innovation, pace and intrinsic positivity
• Actively seek to improve skills and logistics knowledge base, via training, site visits and knowledge sharing

About you:

• Proven logistics experience
• Dealing with internal and external partners such as 3PL warehouses, freight-forwarders, hauliers, FMCG retail customers and Amazon, across multiple time zones
• SAP or similar ERP skills across supply chain functions
• Understand supply chain connectivity with all departments
• Understand complete end-to-end flow of sales, from purchase to dispatch
• Has worked in a fast-paced FMCG operations environment
• Up to date with all legislation regarding road, air and sea transport operations
• Must be flexible, adaptable and positive towards change
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and initiatives simultaneously
• Possessing the vision, drive and determination to succeed
• Able to communicate clearly and concisely across all levels of the organization
• Willing and able to take ownership, make decisions
• Remain composed, proactive and supportive during high pressure situations
• Easily approachable and receptive of new ideas
• Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritise

Key competencies and skills:

• Order Processing
• Knowledge of EDI
• Continuous improvement
• Cost Efficiency
• Customer service
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Data analysis & Reporting
• MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Commodity codes

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
• 25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years’ service and 30 days after 5 years’ service
• Extensive benefits programme including buying additional holiday, medical cash plan, access to mental health support and many other benefits
• Flexible hours and work from home available to all staff
• Great learning and development and progression opportunities · Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Generous Company Sick Pay
• Pension Scheme Contribution
• Solent social events run by our inhouse Social Team
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free parking on Christchurch Quay

Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke products within various categories, including Health & Beauty, Household, Impulse Snacking and Reusable Bags. We are proud to be best-in-class when it comes to own-label product innovation. Our Categories are fast-paced with ever-evolving trends and a host of ground-breaking products coming to market on a regular basis – we add value to retailers by leading and owning each category

Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK

REPORT TO: CEO

LOCATION: Office Based in Christchurch, Dorset

Purpose of the role:

The Executive Assistant (EA) is a strategic and collaborative partner to the CEO, providing seamless day-to-day support and acting as a connective hub across the business. This role goes beyond traditional administrative support, it’s about anticipating needs, enabling focus, and ensuring the CEO can operate at their best. The EA works closely with senior leaders, external partners, and the wider team to keep priorities moving and communication flowing.

Main Responsibilities:

CEO Support & Prioritisation

• Provide proactive, high-quality day-to-day support to the CEO, managing calendars, meetings, travel, and inboxes with excellent judgement
• Anticipate upcoming needs, deadlines, and pressure points, helping the CEO stay focused on what matters most
• Act as a sounding board and thought partner, helping organise information, prep for meetings, and follow through on actions

Collaboration & Communication

• Serve as a key point of connection between the CEO and internal stakeholders, fostering clear, timely, and respectful communication
• Build strong working relationships across the executive team and wider organisation
• Coordinate cross-functional meetings, leadership forums, and offsites, ensuring outcomes and actions are clearly captured and progressed
• Deal with customers, suppliers and key stakeholders
• Represent the executive professionally
• Handle sensitive situations with discretion

Operational & Administrative Excellence

• Prepare agendas, presentations, briefing notes, and reports for internal and external meetings
• Track actions, decisions, and commitments, helping ensure follow-through
• Support day-to-day operational tasks that enable the CEO’s effectiveness, adapting quickly as priorities shift

Confidentiality & Trust

• Handle sensitive information with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgement.
• Act as a trusted representative of the CEO, reflecting their style and values in all interactions

Calendar & Time Management

• Schedule meetings strategically and pro-actively
• Protect focus time
• Avoid double-bookings
• Prioritise based on importance
• Inbox & Communication
• Filter emails
• Draft replies on executive’s behalf
• Flag urgent messages
• Communicate with stakeholders professionally

Meetings

• Create agendas
• Take notes
• Track action items
• Send follow-ups

Travel & Logistics

• Flights, hotels, transport (for shows, exec & ops board)
• Itineraries
• Visas / documentation

Admin & Organisation

• File management
• Document prep (presentations, reports)
• Expense tracking and submission
• Contract handling where required

Project Support

• Track deadlines
• Follow up with team members
• Keep projects moving

Experience:

• Proven experience supporting a senior executive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple priorities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, confident working with people at all levels
• Proactive – anticipate problems before they happen, adaptable, and solutions-focused, with a natural sense of ownership
• Flexible - comfortable working with ambiguity and changing priorities
• High emotional intelligence and sound judgement

Personal Attributes:

• Collaborative, approachable, and relationship-driven
• Calm under pressure with a “no task too small” mindset
• Naturally curious and always thinking one step ahead
• Discreet, trustworthy, and professional
• Flexibility in working hours

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
• 25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years’ service and 30 days after 5 years’ service
• Extensive benefits programme including buying additional holiday, medical cash plan, access to mental health support and many other benefits
• Great learning and development and progression opportunities · Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Generous Company Sick Pay
• Pension Scheme Contribution
• Solent social events run by our inhouse Social Team
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free parking on Christchurch Quay

Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke products within various categories, including Health & Beauty, Household Impulse Snacking and Reusable Bags. We are proud to be best-in-class when it comes to own-label product innovation. Our Categories are fast-paced with ever-evolving trends and a host of ground-breaking products coming to market on a regular basis – we add value to retailers by leading and owning each category.

Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK.

REPORT TO: Head of Buying, Asia (solid line) and Group Facilities Manager, UK dotted line)

LOCATION: Kowloon, Hong Kong

Purpose of the role:

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a genuine passion for people and would like to join a successful, global company, based at our Hong Kong Office.

We are looking for a proactive and adaptable Administrative Executive / Secretary who flourishes in a fast-paced setting.

You will be the go-to person for delivering seamless front-desk support, driving daily administration & office coordination and supporting projects. You will play a big part in creating a welcoming, well-organized workplace that bring Solent culture and values to life.  

Main Responsibilities:

Front-of-House and Reception

• Be the friendly face of Solent: greet visitors, answer and route calls, handle mail and courier services promptly
• Keep an eye on the courier budget to make sure we are staying on track

Office Administration and Secretarial Support

• Own the full spectrum of daily administrative tasks: procurement, invoice processing, data entry, filing, and upkeep of accurate contact lists
• Maintain an up-to-date properties/vendor database with accuracy and oversee vendor performance
• Get new hires set up with everything they need: workstation, equipment, access etc
• Handle any ad-hoc tasks or projects assigned to support the Hong Kong office and Buying Team

Facilities & Projects

• Coordinate office renovation, maintenance, environmental and facilities management
• Ensure devices/facilities in the meeting rooms are ready-to-use and maintain the tidiness of the meeting rooms during the guests’ visit
• Be the first-point-of-contact for IT issues, escalate to third-party providers when required
• Partner with Group Facilities Manager to execute Health & Safety projects

Event & Travel Support

• Arrange travel, accommodation and venue bookings for staff and guests, including but not limited to visas and transport where needed
• Support meetings, catering, transportation and/or other arrangements throughout the stay of guests’, ensuring professional guest experience
• Be a key member of the Social Team: help plan and run staff events and/or engagement activities that bring the team together

Experience:

• Higher diploma or above
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in administration, personal assistant or secretarial roles
• Fluent in written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese & Mandarin)
• Great communicator: friendly, confident and comfortable dealing with people at all levels
• Organised, detail-oriented, able to juggle multiple tasks with time management
• Flexible, proactive, passionate and happy to pitch in whenever needed
• With strong customer-service mindset
• Able to work independently and under pressure
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Chinese word-processing
• Knowledge of Health & Safety is a plus
• Immediate availability or short notice preferred

What we offer:

• Maternity Pay
• Medical and dental Insurance
• Pension
• Sick leave
• Birthday leave
• Flexible working hours
• Bonus scheme

Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke products within various categories, including Health & Beauty, Household Impulse Snacking and Reusable Bags. We are proud to be best-in-class when it comes to own-label product innovation. Our Categories are fast-paced with ever-evolving trends and a host of ground-breaking products coming to market on a regular basis – we add value to retailers by leading and owning each category.

Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK.

REPORT TO: Head of Compliance

LOCATION: Hybrid (2-3 days per week) commuting distance to Christchurch, Dorset

TRAVEL: International and Domestic 

Purpose of the role:

The Compliance Manager is responsible for delivering and maintaining high standards of technical, regulatory, and ethical compliance across Solent Group’s UK and EU supply base. This role focuses on planning, conducting, and managing audits across food and non-food manufacturing sites, driving continuous improvement and ensuring all sites meet internal, customer, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Audit Planning & Delivery

• Plan, schedule, and conduct internal and external compliance audits across food and non-food manufacturing sites
• Lead factory audits covering technical, quality and ethical compliance standards
• Ensure audit scope aligns with Solent standards, customer codes of practice, and regulatory requirements
• Accompany customers and third-party auditors on site visits when required

Non-Conformance & Corrective Action Management

• Review, document, and manage audit findings and non-conformances
• Develop, agree, and track corrective action plans (CAPs) with manufacturing sites
• Verify effectiveness of corrective actions within agreed timelines
• Escalate high-risk or repeat non-conformances to the relevant technical managers
• Maintain accurate audit records, reports, and compliance documentation

Regulatory & Standards Compliance

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant compliance regulations and standards
• Ensure manufacturing sites meet applicable food safety, product safety, ethical, and legal requirements

Supplier & Factory Engagement

• Drive continuous improvement in technical and ethical compliance performance at manufacturing sites
• Provide guidance and training to suppliers on audit readiness and compliance expectations
• Build strong working relationships with suppliers to promote transparency and accountability

New Supplier Onboarding & Due Diligence

• Support buying, product and technical teams during new supplier and factory sourcing
• In collaboration with technical managers conduct compliance risk assessments and gap analysis and pre-approval audits for new manufacturing sites
• Agree onboarding timelines and ensure all technical and ethical requirements are met prior to approval

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with buying, product, quality, and technical teams to resolve compliance issues
• Provide clear, concise compliance updates to internal stakeholders
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the business

About you:

• 3-5 years’ proven experience in a compliance, audit, or technical role within the manufacturing industry
• Proven experience conducting factory audits (food and/or non-food)
• Excellent project management and organisational skills
• Able to manage multiple audits, projects, and deadlines simultaneously
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Knowledge on compliance regulation for UK/EU/Australia/Asia
• Calm and composed under pressure
• Proactive, solutions-focused, and commercially aware
• Approachable and open to new ideas
• Willing to take ownership and make sound decisions

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
• 25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years’ service and 30 days after 5 years’ service
• Extensive benefits programme including buying additional holiday, medical cash plan, access to mental health support and many other benefits
• Flexible hours and work from home available to all staff
• Great learning and development and progression opportunities · Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Generous Company Sick Pay
• Pension Scheme Contribution
• Solent social events run by our inhouse Social Team
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free parking on Christchurch Quay

Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke products within various categories, including Health & Beauty, Household Impulse Snacking and Reusable Bags. We are proud to be best-in-class when it comes to own-label product innovation. Our Categories are fast-paced with ever-evolving trends and a host of ground-breaking products coming to market on a regular basis – we add value to retailers by leading and owning each category.

Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK.

REPORT TO: National Account Manager

LOCATION: Hybrid (2 days per week) commuting distance to Christchurch, Dorset

Purpose of the role:

With our entrepreneurial spirit and drive for business growth we need a dynamic National Account Executive to build relationships with our customers. If you have a positive can do attitude, love problem solving and managing customers this is a fantastic opportunity to join the fastest growing category in the business. You’ll develop existing accounts and look for new business to add to our already prestigious global portfolio. You will plan and oversee all aspects of the projects and meet the desired goals. You will oversee the organisation and scheduling of people, tasks and resources with autonomy to deliver the results for your own customer

Key Responsibilities:

• Bring your passion and enthusiasm to grow existing clients, alongside generating new business
• Live the Solent Values and work with your teams to drive the Vision
• Work with all depts to ensure customer strategy is met
• Formulate customer-specific sales plan/strategy, in-line with accountable budget, ensure costings are pre-checked and spec, packaging and recommended retail prices are correct
• You will be working independently alongside a pre-set sales strategy to achieve account-specific budgets with the opportunity to add you own ideas to secure additional sales growth
• Understand customer KPIs, and targets and review performance, with knowledge and proposals to reach category standards
• Relentlessly pioneer the future and pursue ambitious growth opportunities in your customers
• Be resourceful and employ innovative solutions to deliver value, gross margin & volume targets for your customers
• Contribute to the wider sales team and support other colleagues with their accounts. Share your ideas and help contribute to team goals and ambitions
• Assigning, monitor and co-ordinate project milestones and progress, with both internal and external stakeholders
• Lead and plan the implementation of the project (resource, relationship, allocation)
• Manage high volume SKU level CPA's (over 200 SKUs in totality)
• Ensure visibility and feedback is maintained

About you:

• Desirable 2 years’ experience managing national accounts, ideally top 6 grocers
• Strong commercial acumen
• Desirable Retail/FMCG experience, ideally top 6 grocers
• Appetite/ ideally experience with international grocers
• Licensing experience is an advantage but not essential
• Detail-orientated with an ability to multi-task and set priorities
• Experience / Awareness in Critical Path Management
• Resource Planning & Allocation, managing demanding workload and prioritisation
• Project Risk Assessment
• Familiar with using Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
• 25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years’ service and 30 days after 5 years’ service
• Extensive benefits programme including buying additional holiday, medical cash plan, access to mental health support and many other benefits
• Flexible hours and work from home available to all staff
• Great learning and development and progression opportunities · Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Generous Company Sick Pay
• Pension Scheme Contribution
• Solent social events run by our inhouse Social Team
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Dress down Fridays
• Free parking on Christchurch Quay

Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke products within various categories, including Health & Beauty, Household Impulse Snacking and Reusable Bags. We are proud to be best-in-class when it comes to own-label product innovation. Our Categories are fast-paced with ever-evolving trends and a host of ground-breaking products coming to market on a regular basis – we add value to retailers by leading and owning each category.

Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK.

REPORT TO: Global Sourcing & Technical Director

LOCATION: Hybrid (min 1 day in office)

TRAVEL: UK and EU    

Purpose of the role:

The purpose of this role is to oversee and manage buying projects from initial concept through to successful launch. This includes pricing negotiation, lead time control, quality control, and production innovation to ensure successful product launches. A significant attribute needed is manufacturing expertise and relationship management, which ensure efficient communication and coordination with the factories, customers, and internal cross-functional team

Key Responsibilities:

• Build strong relationships internally with: Product, operations, Commercial and technical. As well as our global UK/SA/China/Vietnam teams
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with all factories and customers to ensure we grow strong partnerships
• Managing a global team working in hybrid locations, maintaining clear objectives, alignment and achieving joint KPI’s
• Supporting the division business growth through robust category plan strategy and lead suppliers joint business plan.
• Lead UK & EU buying strategy, supplier cost management and income.
• Ensure consistent availability and market beating cost prices
• Lead Mintec reporting and analysis across the team
• Provide coaching and training to the teams, leading company values and maintaining a positive working environment.
• Work collaboratively with Product, Technical, Supply chain, Commercial & suppliers
• Manage and plan the team travel and ensure annual budgets are managed and cost reductions driven YOY
• Lead risk management and negotiations with suppliers
• Manage innovations and market trends to increase business opportunities

About you:

• University or high Diploma graduate
• Minimum 10 years of industry experience in sourcing, product development or project management experience.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in leadership and team management 
• Strong Product knowledge across Non-Food and Food product development  
• Strong supplier relationship management.
• Strong market, business & commercial sense with strong analytical skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong negotiation skills

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
• 25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years’ service and 30 days after 5 years’ service
• Extensive benefits program including buying additional holiday, medical cash plan, access to mental health support and many other benefits
• Flexible hours and work from home available to all staff
• Great learning and development and progression opportunities · Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Generous Company Sick Pay
• Pension Scheme Contribution
• Solent social events run by our inhouse Social Team
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Dress down Fridays
• Free parking on Christchurch Quay

Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke products within various categories, including Health & Beauty, Household Impulse Snacking and Reusable Bags. We are proud to be best-in-class when it comes to own-label product innovation. Our Categories are fast-paced with ever-evolving trends and a host of ground-breaking products coming to market on a regular basis – we add value to retailers by leading and owning each category.

Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK.

REPORT TO: Senior Buying Manager

LOCATION: Hybrid (min 1 day in office)

TRAVEL: UK and EU    

Purpose of the role:

The purpose of this role is to oversee and manage buying projects from initial concept through to successful launch. This includes pricing negotiation, critical path control, quality control, and production innovation to ensure successful product launches. A key part of this role is building manufacturing expertise and relationship management, to ensure efficient communication and coordination with the factories, customers, and internal cross-functional team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build strong relationships internally with: Product, operations, Commercial and technical. As well as our global UK/SA/China/Vietnam teams
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with all factories and customers
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to guarantee the timely delivery and the completion of projects by monitoring daily operations and risk assessments
• Execute the team's cost-saving schemes and supplier strategy
• Evaluate product costs, trends, and suppliers to make informed purchasing decisions that are aligned with the company's budget and profitability objectives
• Explore innovations and market trends to support the commercial team
• Regular factory meetings and quarterly factory visits for maintaining supplier relationships and collecting the factory update
• Evaluate supplier performance to ensure quality and reliability.
• Research of commodity and monitor industry trends to meet business needs
• Presentation about the innovation, commodity, market research
• Sampling parcel arrangements

About you:

• University or high Diploma graduate
• Minimum 2 years of experience in sourcing, product development and project management experience
• Ability to understand product development and manufacturing requirements
• Good supplier relationship management and basic knowledge of manufacturing processing
• Strong negotiation and costing skills
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Well-planned & organised
• Passionate and willing to learn

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
• 25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years’ service and 30 days after 5 years’ service
• Extensive benefits program including buying additional holiday, medical cash plan, access to mental health support and many other benefits
• Flexible hours and work from home available to all staff
• Great learning and development and progression opportunities · Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Generous Company Sick Pay
• Pension Scheme Contribution
• Solent social events run by our inhouse Social Team
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Dress down Fridays
• Free parking on Christchurch Quay

Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke products within various categories, including Health & Beauty, Household Impulse Snacking and Reusable Bags. We are proud to be best-in-class when it comes to own-label product innovation. Our Categories are fast-paced with ever-evolving trends and a host of ground-breaking products coming to market on a regular basis – we add value to retailers by leading and owning each category.

Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK.

REPORT TO: National Account Controller                   

LOCATION: Remote in the UK

TRAVEL: UK and EU    

Purpose of the role:

Solent Group is seeking a dynamic National Account Manager to build relationships with our customers and manufacturing partners. You will develop existing accounts and look for new business to add to our already prestigious portfolio. This role is responsible for planning and overseeing all aspects of projects while meeting set targets.

You will be an experienced National Account Manager within FMCG (ideally foods) who has an exceptional track record of maintaining and growing a customer base while ensuring all members of the team are motivated and inspired to hit business goals and objectives.

Strong commercial acumen coupled with a desire to go above and beyond is key for this role, Solent Group is committed to achieving the extraordinary together, we would love you to be part of our journey!

Key Responsibilities:

• Bring your passion and enthusiasm to grow existing clients, alongside generating new business
• Live the Solent Values and work with your teams to drive the Vision
• Work with all depts to ensure customer strategy is met
• Formulate customer-specific sales plan/strategy
• You will be working independently alongside a pre-set sales strategy to achieve account-specific budgets
• Understand customer KPIs, and targets and review performance, with knowledge and proposals to reach category standards
• Relentlessly pioneer the future and pursue ambitious growth opportunities in your customers
• Be resourceful and employ innovative solutions to deliver value, gross margin & volume targets for your customers
• Contribute to the wider sales team and support other colleagues with their accounts
• Assigning, monitor and co-ordinate project milestones and progress, with both internal and external stakeholders
• Lead and plan the implementation of the project (resource, relationship, allocation)
• Ensure visibility and feedback is maintained

About you:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience managing national accounts, ideally top 6 grocers
• Strong commercial acumen
• Retail/FMCG/ Food experience essential, ideally top 6 grocers
• Experience across our product categories, ideally in Foods/Manufacturing and or Private Label
• Appetite/experience with international grocers
• Detail-orientated with an ability to multi-task and set priorities
• Experience in Critical Path Management
• Resource Planning & Allocation
• Project Risk Assessment
• Familiar with using Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
• 25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years’ service and 30 days after 5 years’ service
• Extensive benefits program including buying additional holiday, medical cash plan, access to mental health support and many other benefits
• Flexible hours and work from home available to all staff
• Great learning and development and progression opportunities · Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Generous Company Sick Pay
• Pension Scheme Contribution
• Solent social events run by our inhouse Social Team
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Dress down Fridays
• Free parking on Christchurch Quay