POSITION DESCRIPTION

Relationships:

Subordinate staff:    

To be confirmed

Colleague Team:

Various levels of management within the company, other members of staff within functional roles.

External contacts:

Customers, suppliers, Company Accountants, officers of Bank, Inland Revenue, Vat office, government agencies, computer support personnel, insurers, pension managers Insurance Brokers, Energy Consultants, HR Support Company, and other external service providers.

Note: Statements included in this description are intended to reflect in general the duties and responsibilities of this classification and are not to be interpreted as being all inclusive.

Summary Statement

To ensure the growth strategy of the business is supported with the financial information needed.

Control the Finance function, ensuring reporting deadlines are met.

Control of IT function, ensuring continued operation and improvement of the IT within the business

Control of the Personnel function, ensuring the business benefits from a controlled workforce.

Manage and Supervise your team in accordance with the business strategy. Including the provision of job descriptions and personal development planning for the individuals (PDP’s).

Establish departmental KPI’s and a system for monitoring and reporting KPI’s for the entire business. To be set up by end December 2025.

As member of Board of Directors; to make Strategic recommendations on improvements in working practices within the business were appropriate.

Performance of all duties, in accordance with company and departmental standards and in line with the Laws of the Land

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting Commercial with Customer Trading Agreements and Pricing structure.
• Preparation of management accounts & variance analysis in a timely manner

To effectively produce reports that support the financial performance of the business. This will be done via the timely completion of the following that culminate in the creation of the monthly month-end reporting pack. This will include:

• • Profit & Loss including analysis of all nominal accounts.
  • Balance sheet reconciliation including pack to support all period end balances.
  • Gross Margin Analysis
  • Financial KPI analysis:
  • Sales
  • Cost of sales
  • Labour
  • Comparison of the above against budgeted
• Drive process improvement within finance and across the business.
• Management of Product Costing Database.
• Cash flow management and forecasting.
• Preparation of budgets & forecasts.
• Play a key role in the implementation and maintenance of the company Finance and ERP Systems.
• To Manager the Company Bank Accounts, Credit Cards, and Sales associated Merchant Banking arrangements including Amazon Seller Account.
• To enforce compliance of the company finance rules and policies at the site.
• Manage company’s Payroll.
• Effective Purchase Ledger/Creditor control management, ensuring timely payments are made to suppliers
• Effective Sales Ledger/Debtor control management. Performing credit checks on new and existing Customers and managing company’s credit insurance account
• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all management reports.
• Interact with Financial Consultant for reporting and financing needs.
• Manage the month end process.
• Analysis, interpretation and control of direct and overhead costs & variances.
• Year-end reconciliations for external accountants to produce annual financial statements
• Capital expenditure analysis and maintenance of fixed asset register.
• Manage the Year End cut-off process.
• Preparation of statutory returns, i.e. VAT returns
• Manage Local Insurances Renewals, Mains Services Contracts.
• Ensure all legal and procedural documentation is maintained.
• Assure 100% compliance with all local tax regulations and Export Regulations.
• Other duties as required.

Health and Safety

To satisfy the legal requirements by being responsible for your own and your colleagues Health and Safety. Actively promote best practices across the site.

Person

• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and manage changing priorities.
• Commercially minded self-starter
• Excellent hands-on management experience
• Ability to meet deadlines with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent Communications skills (verbal & written)
• Results orientated individual who thrives working in a fast-paced environment.
• Organized and disciplined.
• Dedicated to the principles of flexibility, quality, and teamwork. Encouraging and help develop a team working environment on an ongoing basis
• Ability to deal with people at all levels.
• Presentable and professional
• Calm and courteous
• Good interpersonal skills
• Friendly and approachable

Essential Criteria

• Qualified member of a recognised accountancy body or Qualified by Experience.
• Ability to implement and maintain financial controls.
• 3+ years experience in high volume manufacturing industry.
• HR Management experience
• Strong IT skills

Desirable Criteria

• Working Knowledge of Sage Accounting and Sage Line 50.
• Working Knowledge of MRP systems.
• Working knowledge of Amazon Seller Account reporting & accounting
• MS Excel – Advanced

INNOVATION MANAGER

COMPANY: Lintbells | Home of YuMOVE Ltd   LOCATION: HYBRID

OUR TEAM EMBRACES THESE SIX PRINCIPLES

HEAD

Intellectual harmony

HANDS

Behavioural effort

HEART

Emotional Investment

Dare to be bold – We are bold, we make brave decisions, and we lead the pack. Leading from the front drives valuable change.

Sharp thinking – We challenge ourselves to be critical thinkers. We’re obsessively curious. We’re open minded. We choose data over beliefs.

Deliver with pride – We’re proud of what we do. We take full ownership of the part we play in the business, and we’re obsessed with delivering the best results for pets, customers, partners, the business, the environment, and ourselves.

Keep moving - We embrace change. We’re comfortable with pacy decision making. We’re agile enough to take action and get things moving. We learn from and share our mistakes.

Invest time and trust – We know the importance of developing productive and rewarding working relationships. We tackle the hard stuff. We value differences.

It’s personal – We understand first-hand the bond between an owner and pet, and it’s our duty to make sure those moments happen for longer. That’s why we only develop products that make a real difference.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW   At Lintbells, we’re pet lovers first and foremost.

Everything we do comes from that core passion for pets, like our mission says: we want to help as many pets as possible around the world live their most active life, for life.

We’re proud to be the home of YuMOVE, the UK’s no.1 veterinary joint supplement, and are already helping over two million dogs a year. We’re science and heart combined – using our love for animals and brilliant science to make a difference.

Lintbells is an equal opportunities employer and values equity, inclusion, and diversity. We welcome people of different nationalities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, abilities, and perspectives.

We commit to continuing to build a more diverse workforce, which is inclusive and supportive for every individual.

We’re big fans of ambition, courage and quick-thinking. We work Whippet-fast and are.

always looking for people who like a challenge, think creatively, and want to make a positive impact.

on pets’ lives. Last, but by no means least, we’ve got Golden Retriever energy – we’re fun, friendly, and super excited to meet you!

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE   

The purpose of the Innovation Manager role is to lead NPD and EPD projects through the Gate and launch process from Gate 0 to launch, to deliver the AOP product pipeline for UK and RoW.

IMPACT DELIVERABLES   

• Responsible for execution of EPD and NPD, post-concept sign-off at G0 to launch

• Responsible for product proposition refinement post Gate 0, including briefing research to the intelligence specialist to validate and optimise concepts, developing claims and messaging to support new product launches.

• Responsible for completing scorecards for Gate meetings and accountability for pre-alignment and Gate input of key stakeholders, ensuring all NPD/EPD follow the Gate process,

• Accountable for NPD/EPD artwork creation including responsibility for briefing design, pack copy brief input, coordination of artwork changes and approval, collaborating with the brand team to ensure adhering to brand guidelines and working with external agencies where necessary.

• Responsible for building the P&L for all NPD/EPD projects and accountability for ensuring all projects meet financial targets, relevant approvals and SKU set up with finance.

• Responsible for briefing structural packaging for NPD / EPD projects and aligning with the R&D team, retail and ops teams to ensure packaging is consumer led, operationally feasible and commercially viable.

• Collaborating across multiple teams to ensure stakeholders are fully briefed on NPD/EPD projects by leading kick-off meetings and providing inputs to the Project Manager to support internal comms alignment and issue escalation.

• Accountable for toolkit creation and leading internal deployment to ensure marketing, content, commercial and DTC teams are fully briefed on NPD / EPD projects to support build of channel plans and content and comms creation in readiness for launch.

• Manage and mentor the Junior Project Manager, providing guidance and support to ensure personal development in role and oversee timelines and reporting for all projects.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 3-5 years in an innovation role, preferably within pet nutrition or pet health.
• Strong organisational and collaboration skills with a history of contributing to successful product innovations.
• Experience in working with a launch gate process and managing projects from concept to launch.
• Background in data-driven decision-making processes.
• Solid understanding of consumer behaviour and market trends within the pet health and nutrition sector.
• To have an agile and proactive working style to work in a fast-growing, SME environment.

Product Development Associate

Location: Crediton, Devon

Job Type: Full-Time

About Us:

Denis Brinicombe Group is a leading innovator and manufacturer in the in the Animal Nutrition industry, dedicated to developing cutting-edge products that meet the highest standards of quality and performance. Our business operates from product development all the way across the supply line to end user including production facilities to enable us to deliver innovative solutions to our customers. We are seeking a highly skilled and technically driven Product Development Associate to take product concepts through to a finished product.

Job Summary:

The Product Development Associate will oversee the technical development of new products, from initial formulation in the lab, successful production scale-up and taking control of product quality and aesthetics suitable for the end user. This role requires a deep understanding of formulation science, process optimization, and technical problem-solving and good eye to detail. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in laboratory-based product development, experience with scale-up processes, and the ability to work across functional teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

• Formulation Development: Lead the design and development of new formulations in the lab, ensuring they meet performance, stability, and regulatory requirements.
• Scale-Up Expertise: Manage the transition of formulations from lab-scale to pilot-scale and full production, ensuring process reproducibility and product quality.
• Technical Communication: Provide technical guidance and oversight to the R&D/Technical team, production, sales teams and customers to solve formulation and production challenges as well as information to benefit the company commercially.
• Process Optimization: Collaborate with the production team to optimize manufacturing processes, improve efficiency, and reduce costs while maintaining product quality.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all formulations and processes comply with industry regulations, quality standards (e.g., UFAS, NOPS), and internal specifications.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with quality control, regulatory affairs, supply chain, and marketing teams to ensure seamless product development and commercialisation.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed records of formulation development, scale-up processes, and technical reports to support regulatory submissions and internal knowledge sharing.
• Innovation: Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and raw material advancements to drive innovation in product development.
• Risk Management: Identify technical risks during development and scale-up phases and implement mitigation strategies.
• Budget & Timeline Management: Manage the product development with and understanding of cost/margin restrictions and timelines, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule and within scope.
• Work closely with and provide cover with the Technical Product Associate to communicate nutritional information outwards to the wider company.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Nutrition, Agriculture, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field.
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of formulation science, raw materials, and process engineering. Experience with [specific industry, e.g., pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food, or chemicals] is required.
• Scale-Up Experience: Proven track record of successfully scaling up formulations from lab to production, including troubleshooting and process optimization.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with regulatory requirements and quality standards relevant to the industry (e.g., FDA, EMA, GMP, ISO).
• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in using analytical tools and techniques (e.g., HPLC, rheology, stability testing) to evaluate product performance and quality.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Software Proficiency: Experience with formulation software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• AMTRA RAMAs/SQP qualification for completion and dispatch of scripts of Animal Medicines
• Experience with continuous manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of DOE (Design of Experiments) and QbD (Quality by Design) principles.
• Familiarity with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management).
• Experience in a regulated industry (e.g., Food, feed or pharmaceuticals.).

Key Relationships:

• Technical Director
• Technical Product Associate
• Technical Co-Ordinator
• Compliance Manager
• Production Team Leaders
• Operations Co-Ordinator
• QC Department

We are currently looking to recruit a Distributor Channel Marketing Manager to join our award-winning business. This role will initially be based on a 1 year Fixed Term Contract to cover maternity leave and can be based in Ayr, or remote in the UK or Ireland. The successful candidate must be able to travel easily for meetings and customer visits.

Competitive salary

Benefits linked holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Life insurance

Share purchase scheme

Subsidised private medical cover

Cycle2Work scheme

Employee assistance programme

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Distributor Channel Marketing Manager to lead our sales and marketing activities with a focus on distributors across Europe, Middle East and Africa. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and executing strategic marketing plans to support our distribution partners, drive growth and achieve sales targets through our distribution channels. You will collaborate closely with sales teams, channel partners and stakeholders. The primary objective is to increase the Neogen value proposition to distribution partners and drive improvement in return on channel investment.

In collaboration with the Channel Manager, develop and implement a comprehensive growth plan for channel partners, encompassing programs, metrics, tracking, and effective communication.

This role also has responsibility for managing two functions within our Regional Marketing Shared Services; Conferencing & Events and Marketing Admin support, delivered through two direct reports. Estimate of time split is 80% Distribution Channel Management & 20% Conferencing & Events and Marketing Administration.

At Neogen, we partner with our customers to protect and enhance the world’s level of food and animal safety. By offering a diverse suite of solutions for the food, beverage, animal protein and agriculture industries, we empower our customers to safeguard their brands and create better products. We also have the privilege to partner with companies in the companion and performance animal industries, as well as the fields of life sciences and toxicology.

Our team here supports the Indian, European, Middle Eastern and African (iEMEA) territories for Neogen Corporation, a top performing NASDAQ listed business employing over 2,000 people worldwide.

What you’ll be doing:

• Develop and execute a Regional Distributor Channel strategy to drive market penetration, reaching new markets, segments and gaining market share.
• Develop quarterly marketing plans providing clear direction and expectations for Channel Partners, that include promotional activities, product launches and incentives to drive growth. In collaboration Channel Manager & Key Stakeholders, ensure plans are aligned to Regional Strategy.
• Coordinate with internal teams, including product and customer marketing, sales, and customer service, to ensure alignment and effective execution of marketing initiatives. Build and maintain strong relationships with channel partners to ensure successful campaign execution.
• Organise regular meetings and check-ins with key distributors, in collaboration with key internal stakeholders, to discuss performance and address any issues.
• Host channel partner meetings to strengthen partnerships and share the latest product updates.
• Work with the sales team to identify underperforming regions and develop targeted marketing campaigns to boost sales.
• Partner with sales representatives on initiatives/events for potential new channel partners.
• Lead Marketing onboarding for Channel Partners and associated training as required, to enable Channel Partners to successfully market and sell Neogen Food Safety Products.
  Adapt regional collateral and develop marketing content for distributor channels, as required to deliver on regional strategy and marketing campaigns.
• Organize and execute omni-channel campaigns through distributor networks.
• Provide training and support to channel partners to ensure they are equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge to effectively promote our products.
• Keep a pulse on distributor channel trends, market activity, conduct quarterly market analysis reports to track competitor promotions and pricing strategy.
• Gather and analyse customer feedback from distributors to identify areas for product improvement and insights to improve and innovate through marketing initiatives.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and analyse campaign results to measure distributor channel performance.
• Prepare monthly performance reports for senior management, highlighting key metrics and insights.
• Develop a detailed budget plan for all channel marketing activities and monitor expenditures.
• Evaluate the ROI of different marketing initiatives and reallocate funds to the most effective programs.
• Accountable for Conference and Event Management across all iEMEA businesses, ensuring continuous improvement to ensure return of investment is maximised, through direct reports.
• Responsible for line management of Marketing Admin, a shared service for iEMEA.
   

About You:

• Previous experience in distributor channel marketing.
• Proven track record of successful distributor-focused marketing campaigns and a strong understanding of distributor dynamics and industry trends.
• Technical proficiency in marketing automation and analytics tools.
• High-level problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to multitask effectively.
• Creative and resourceful, with the ability to think outside the box.
• Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills.
• Self-motivated and results-driven, with a focus on achieving goals.
• Good written English & grammar essential.  A second European language is of benefit.
• Very proficient word, power point essential and competent in excel.
• Bachelors’ degree in marketing, business, or relevant degree / experience.

General Requirements:

Must be highly motivated, driven with excellent organization skills and the ability to work as part of a team, as well as on own initiative.

Please press Apply now in order to submit your CV.

Come Be Part Of A Mission that Matters!

From inside the farm gate to our dinner plates, Neogen protects the world’s food supply. Through a variety of animal healthcare products, to food safety solutions for dangerous bacteria, allergens, toxins, drug residues and much more, Neogen is there — and you can be too.

Territory Sales Manager – North/ South UK
📍 Locations: 2 reps one each for North UK & South UK
🚗 Field-Based Role – Minimum 4 Days on the Road

Micron Agritech is on a mission to transform animal health with rapid, data-driven solutions. We are looking for highly ambitious, motivated Territory Sales Manager to join our growing team. This is a hands-on, high-impact role for someone eager to drive sales, build strong customer relationships, and help shape the future of veterinary diagnostics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive Sales & Revenue Growth – Schedule, conduct, and close sales for Micron Kit and other products with vets & SQPs across the UK.
• Product Demonstrations & Training – Provide on-site demonstrations, issue invoices, arrange training, and ensure smooth onboarding for new customers.
• Account Management & Upselling – Maintain strong relationships with existing customers, identifying renewal and upselling opportunities.
• Customer Support & Relationship Building – Visit current customers regularly to ensure they are happy and have everything they need.
• Event & Conference Representation – Attend industry conferences and customer events (some outside regular hours) to represent Micron.
• CRM & Reporting – Maintain accurate records of all customer interactions in HubSpot CRM.
• Marketing & Customer Engagement – Support social media efforts and collect customer feedback for product improvements.
• Startup Mindset – Be part of an innovative, fast-moving company where you make a direct impact.

What We’re Looking For:

1. Experience in the Animal Health Sector – Veterinary, SQP, or sales experience in the field.
2. Full, Clean UK Driver’s License – A must-have for this road-based role.
3. Self-Starter & Results-Driven – You take initiative and love closing deals.
4. Strong Communication & Relationship-Building Skills – You know how to engage with vets and SQPs effectively.
5. Passion for Innovation & Growth – Excited about working in a high-growth startup and making a real difference.

What We Offer:

💰 Competitive Base Salary + Monthly Commission (a % of closed revenue).
📈 Company Shares – Be part of our growth journey.
🚀 High-Impact Role – Directly contribute to a fast-growing company revolutionizing animal diagnostics.

Ready to take on a dynamic sales role where you’ll make a real impact? Apply now and let’s talk! 🚀

Product Development Associate

Location: Crediton, Devon

Job Type: Full-Time

About Us:

Denis Brinicombe Group is a leading innovator and manufacturer in the in the Animal Nutrition industry, dedicated to developing cutting-edge products that meet the highest standards of quality and performance. Our business operates from product development all the way across the supply line to end user including production facilities to enable us to deliver innovative solutions to our customers. We are seeking a highly skilled and technically driven Product Development Associate to take product concepts through to a finished product.

Job Summary:

The Product Development Associate will oversee the technical development of new products, from initial formulation in the lab, successful production scale-up and taking control of product quality and aesthetics suitable for the end user. This role requires a deep understanding of formulation science, process optimization, and technical problem-solving and good eye to detail. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in laboratory-based product development, experience with scale-up processes, and the ability to work across functional teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

• Formulation Development: Lead the design and development of new formulations in the lab, ensuring they meet performance, stability, and regulatory requirements.
• Scale-Up Expertise: Manage the transition of formulations from lab-scale to pilot-scale and full production, ensuring process reproducibility and product quality.
• Technical Communication: Provide technical guidance and oversight to the R&D/Technical team, production, sales teams and customers to solve formulation and production challenges as well as information to benefit the company commercially.
• Process Optimization: Collaborate with the production team to optimize manufacturing processes, improve efficiency, and reduce costs while maintaining product quality.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all formulations and processes comply with industry regulations, quality standards (e.g., UFAS, NOPS), and internal specifications.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with quality control, regulatory affairs, supply chain, and marketing teams to ensure seamless product development and commercialisation.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed records of formulation development, scale-up processes, and technical reports to support regulatory submissions and internal knowledge sharing.
• Innovation: Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and raw material advancements to drive innovation in product development.
• Risk Management: Identify technical risks during development and scale-up phases and implement mitigation strategies.
• Budget & Timeline Management: Manage the product development with and understanding of cost/margin restrictions and timelines, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule and within scope.
• Work closely with and provide cover with the Technical Product Associate to communicate nutritional information outwards to the wider company.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Nutrition, Agriculture, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field.
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of formulation science, raw materials, and process engineering. Experience with [specific industry, e.g., pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food, or chemicals] is required.
• Scale-Up Experience: Proven track record of successfully scaling up formulations from lab to production, including troubleshooting and process optimization.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with regulatory requirements and quality standards relevant to the industry (e.g., FDA, EMA, GMP, ISO).
• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in using analytical tools and techniques (e.g., HPLC, rheology, stability testing) to evaluate product performance and quality.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Software Proficiency: Experience with formulation software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• AMTRA RAMAs/SQP qualification for completion and dispatch of scripts of Animal Medicines
• Experience with continuous manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of DOE (Design of Experiments) and QbD (Quality by Design) principles.
• Familiarity with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management).
• Experience in a regulated industry (e.g., Food, feed or pharmaceuticals.).

Key Relationships:

• Technical Director
• Technical Product Associate
• Technical Co-Ordinator
• Compliance Manager
• Production Team Leaders
• Operations Co-Ordinator
• QC Department