Job Title: Senior Business Manager

Location: Hull

About Jacksons

Jacksons is part of William Jackson Food Group, a sixth-generation family business founded by William Jackson when he opened his first shop in Hull in September 1851. Today we have a portfolio of five food businesses in distinct, yet complimentary market areas, employing over 2,000 people.

We have occupied the current site in Hull since 1907 and we now have 3 bread plants in our main bakery. We recently developed a second bakery, also at our site in Hull, which specialises in premium quality roll production. We specialise in the supply of bread and other carriers to the sandwich manufacturers, foodservice and export channels, and in 2012 we launched our consumer facing brand “Jackson’s of Yorkshire”.

Ww opened a brand-new site in Corby, Northamptonshire – one of the largest investments our Group has ever made – and this will allow us to realise our ambition of being the best at what we do. 2025 is an exciting time to join us – make this year a toast to you and apply now!

What’s involved?

As a Senior Business Manager you will develop and nurture relationships with key customers to support delivery of business targets. Creating and delivery of the Commercial Strategy for the channel. Build strong, collaborative relationships with key strategic customers including sharing market knowledge, insight on key market trends, risks and opportunities, whilst continuing to build Jackson’s reputation of excellence.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

· Manage the business interface between Jacksons & our customers via Category & Buying relationships.

· Take accountability for the management of matters related to the selling, negotiating, forecasting, finance, & administration activities of your customer base.

· The formulation & implementation of an annual Customer Account Plan/s clearly detailing specific objectives, strategies & tactics to achieve business targets in Volume, Sales Value, D.C, customer needs & company budgets.

· Work with the relevant functions (both internal and external) to identify opportunities and threats within the marketplace, developing appropriate plans to protect and enhance brand performance.

· Develop commercial proposals and negotiate accordingly.

· Identify and pursue new business opportunities, establishing and nurturing relationships with key clients and partners.

· Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to inform strategic planning and decision-making.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product development, and customer service, to ensure seamless delivery of solutions and customer satisfaction.

· Prepare and present regular sales reports, forecasts, and performance analysis to the Commercial Director.

· Oversee contract negotiations and ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.

· Manage budgets, set sales targets.

· Identifies risk and communicates this to the business

· Champion continuous improvement initiatives to optimise sales processes and outcomes.

· Any other ad hoc tasks as reasonably requested by your line manager.

Job Commitments

Hull – Derringham Street, HU3 1EW

Full-time, Permanent

Monday – Friday – 37.5 hours per week

Why Jacksons?

· In return for your commitment as a Senior Business Manager with us you will receive:

· Competitive hourly rate paid every 4 weeks.

· 6.6 weeks holiday, increasing to 7 weeks with 5 years’ continuous service.

· Stakeholder pension with generous employer contributions.

· Free bread allowance

· WJFG Wellbeing and Rewards Platform

· Online benefits portal providing exclusive discounts with over 900 retailers.

· Cycle to work scheme.

· Support grants available for colleagues’ children attending University.

· Car Cash Allowance