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Role Summary

The Community Engagement Manager – FMCG-Daily Goods is a dynamic professional responsible for fostering collaborative relationships between Retail organisations, Industry Associations and GS1 Member Organisations with the goal of increasing the depth and breadth of GS1 Standards & Solutions usage to enable digital journeys and meet business needs in local markets and around the world.

Today, GS1 GTINs—more commonly known as barcodes—are widely used across the FMCG sector worldwide, enabling faster checkout, inventory management, supply chain visibility, and efficient ordering. Other GS1 standards and services, such as EDI, also play a critical role in companies' supply chain operations.

Building on this foundation, GS1 is strengthening its support to the FMCG community, which includes both retailers and brands within the FMCG sector. We are looking for a profile with retail experience to help drive the adoption and strategic use of GS1 standards across the sector through our GS1 Member Organisations around the world. The role will focus on expanding the understanding and integration of GS1 standards and solutions—both in breadth (more players) and depth (more operations)—to support business needs locally and globally.

Working closely with GS1 Member Organisations, internal GS1 teams, and in collaboration with industry stakeholders, the successful candidate will act as a connector, enabler, and advocate—ensuring that GS1 standards are not only known, but also widely and meaningfully implemented to support digital transformation across the value chain.

Key Responsibilities

FMCG industry knowledge

• Identify and collect existing best practices from the more than 100 countries in the GS1 federation
• Identify opportunities or obstacles for increased adoption of GS1 standards and services
• Monitor external channels such as media, blogs and forums to identify questions and trends
• Understanding of Food Safety Standards and applicable laws impacting the industry.

Grow adoption of GS1 standards through engagement

• Support GS1 Member Organisation engagement and enablement with relevant collateral, training, and collaborative and informational workshops for FMCG retailers and brands
• Support the engagement director to produce and deploy relevant assets across the GS1 federation
• Provide Retail subject matter expertise (especially Retailer/Fresh Food categories) with cross-functional team members through development and delivery of case studies, marketing and learning materials, and standards development.
• Represent GS1 and cultivate partnerships with specific fresh foods industry associations and support with other consumer goods associations.
• Follow project management methodologies to establish appropriate prioritization of activities and to monitor and report-out against agreed objectives.
• Define and manage the engagement deliverables roadmap - ensuring quality and deadlines are met
• Project lead role for key projects related to the industry
• Support with setting and tracking relevant KPIs for engagement and standards adoption with the FMCG sector

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in Retail, especially in a grocery or supermarket environment is highly valued.
• Experience using GS1 Standards in a CPG(MB3.1)(LS3.2)(MB3.3)/Retail Organisation.
• Experience leading projects with globally distributed teams.
• Knowledge of Retail systems a plus. (ie POS, Label printing scales, PIM, ERP)
• End-to-end Product data management and/or supply chain data management is a plus
• Experience with retail digitalisation, e-commerce and omnichannel is a plus.

Core Competencies & Skills

• Fluency in English, oral and written is mandatory.
• Strong communication skills, oral and written is needed.
• Self-motivating and self-directing
• Strong Project Management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

This job may require up to 4 weeks of travel a year (including international travel).

GS1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer . We will never unlawfully discriminate on the grounds of race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, colour, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, age, disability, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, or political opinions.

• Develop and implement annual brand plans and strategies to achieve volume, market share, and profit objectives.
• Conduct thorough market and consumer research to identify growth opportunities and unmet consumer needs.
• Lead the innovation pipeline for the brand, from concept generation to commercialisation.
• Manage the brand's P&L, ensuring profitable growth and effective budget allocation.
• Oversee the development and execution of all marketing communications, including advertising, digital, PR, and in-store promotions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external agencies and suppliers.
• Monitor brand performance and market trends, providing regular reports and recommendations to senior management.
• Mentor and develop junior members of the marketing team.

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive brand management experience in the FMCG sector.
• Proven track record of successful brand growth and campaign execution.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in managing budgets and P&Ls.
• Proficiency in market research tools and methodologies.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and team collaboration skills.

• Develop and implement innovative brand strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Manage the end-to-end execution of integrated marketing campaigns.
• Lead product innovation initiatives from concept to launch.
• Conduct comprehensive market research, competitive analysis, and consumer insights gathering.
• Manage brand budgets effectively, ensuring optimal ROI.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, R&D, and Operations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external agencies and partners.
• Monitor brand performance metrics and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Ensure brand consistency across all touchpoints.

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in brand management within the FMCG industry.
• Proven track record of successful brand building and campaign management.
• Strong understanding of consumer behaviour, market dynamics, and the retail landscape.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in marketing analytics tools and CRM software.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively under pressure.
• Experience with digital marketing and e-commerce strategies is highly desirable.

Role: Finance Manager – Global Consumer Goods Business (SME)

Location: Central London (hybrid working)

The Role: This opportunity is working for an upcoming and financially successful and sustainably conscious Consumer Goods business which has multiple revenue streams, a brilliant brand in the sector and a very exciting strategy for the future. As a crucial member of the finance team, reporting into the Director of Finance. The Finance Manager will be responsible for leading the team and implement the business finance strategy, ensuring that the business has highly effective finance processes, controls, and reporting procedures, which in turn will drive efficiency and excellence, resulting in business delivering a world-class finance function. You will be required to manage corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecasts, internal control and the day to day running of the finance function. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a growing business at a hugely exciting point in its trajectory, working within a brand universe that already has a huge following and is a leader in food, health, and wellness. This role comes with a very competitive salary, benefits, and a generous bonus scheme.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Go-to technical finance person within the business
• Establish best-in-class month-end process, prepare the monthly management accounts and oversee bookkeeping activities
• Manage our financial systems, policies, and processes
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting requirements (such as UK GAAP/IFRS) as well as compliance from a tax perspective across the globe
• Maintenance of balance sheet to a very high level of detail. Including: AP/AR balances, inventory balances, and accruals and prepayments
• Prepare the year-end Financial Accounts and liaise with Auditors for both our UK and US entities
• Implementation and maintenance of robust internal control systems across the organisation by identifying problems, improving practices, and writing new procedures
• Support in the preparation of annual budgets and business forecasts
• Liaise with 3rd parties where required, including accountants, auditors, banks, lenders, tax advisers and investors
• Oversee AP/AR processes to ensure consistent and strong cashflows
• Oversight of company expense policy, and approval of employee expenses

Requirements:

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified professional
• Previous experience in Food/Retail/FMCG/ desirable
• An excellent communicator with the ability to tell a story and go beyond the analysis
• In-depth knowledge of financial reporting
• Experience in preparing both statutory and management accounts, and experience of consolidation for a multi-entity business

Company Information

Wayman Finance is a specialist recruitment agency with over 20 years’ experience within the Finance field. We’ve worked hard to establish our reputation with our clients as one of the most reliable Finance and Accounting agencies in London through our core values of honesty and customer excellence.

Application

To be considered for this Finance Manager position please forward a CV as soon as possible.

Role: Financial Controller – Global Consumer Goods Business (SME)

Location: Central London (hybrid working)

The Role: This opportunity is working for a upcoming and financially successful Consumer Goods/Hospitality business which has multiple revenue streams, a brilliant brand in the sector and a very exciting strategy for the future. As a crucial member of the finance team, reporting into the CFO. The Financial Controller will be responsible for leading the team and implement the business finance strategy, ensuring that the business has highly effective finance processes, controls and reporting procedures, which in turn will drive efficiency and excellence, resulting in business delivering a world-class finance function. You will be required to manage corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecasts, internal control and the day to day running of the finance function. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a growing business at a hugely exciting point in its trajectory, working within a brand universe that already has a huge following and is a leader in food, health, and wellness. This role comes with a very competitive salary, benefits, and a generous bonus scheme.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Manage Month End and Year End accounting process delivering reports in an accurate and timely manner that are insightful to drive effective decisions
• Finance business partner to all other areas of the business to closely support them in the execution of their targets and objectives, including the commercial team and the supply chain team
• Accountable for the cash position of the business, including forecasts
• Support the CFO to ensure that the business has appropriate funding for the future
• Share accountability with the Head of Supply Chain to manage inventory levels to avoid being out of stock and never over stocked across all revenue channels and inventory locations
• Finance lead for digitising the companies supply chain processes, including setting up our own E-Commerce platform
• Ensure acceptable services levels are maintained for both internal and external customers and workloads are being effectively managed
• Accountable for building and maintaining relationships with the bankers; auditors; and tax advisors
• Coach individuals and teams to success, ensuring culture and values are regularly communicated and protected
• Ensure that the departments’ current and future talent needs are met and that critical skills as well as career paths and succession plans are in place
• Work with the senior leadership team to communicate the organisational vision and ensure that staff members understand how their daily tasks feed into the attainment of the vision

Requirements:

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified professional with a minimum of three years post qualified experience
• Previous experience in Food/Retail/FMCG/Hospitality desirable
• An excellent communicator with the ability to tell a story and go beyond the analysis
• Previous financial controller/head of finance experience required
• In-depth knowledge of international product supply chains, including imported inventory
• Previous experience of being accountable for the delivery of consolidated group management accounts
• Experience in budgeting and forecasting

Company Information

Wayman Finance is a specialist recruitment agency with over 20 years’ experience within the Finance field. We’ve worked hard to establish our reputation with our clients as one of the most reliable Finance and Accounting agencies in London through our core values of honesty and customer excellence.

Application

To be considered for this Financial Controller position please forward a CV as soon as possible

Managing Consultant – M&A & Divestments | Consumer Goods Industry

Location : Hybrid | UK-based

Function : Consulting `

Reports to : Senior Partner

The Role

SmartCo Consulting is one of the UK’s fastest-growing technology consultancies. We are looking for a Managing Consultant to lead end-to-end IT separation and divestment programmes, helping Consumer Goods clients navigate complex carve-outs, TSAs and post-transaction stabilisation.

This is a strategic, hands-on role that blends programme delivery, transformation leadership, and pre-sales consulting. You will work directly with CIOs, IT leadership, and deal teams, taking ownership of complex separations and helping clients unlock value at pace.

In addition, you’ll play an active role in shaping SmartCo’s growth in the Consumer Goods sector, supporting client development, proposals and the evolution of our M&A delivery frameworks.

About You

• Proven consulting background with experience working with CIOs, IT leadership, and business sponsors within the Consumer Goods and/or Retail sector
• Proven experience delivering IT transformation and separation programmes
• Deep understanding of TSA structures, carve-out planning, cost transparency and FMO readiness
• Experience working directly with CIOs and programme sponsors to shape and lead complex change
• Strong commercial acumen with experience supporting pre-sales and client engagement
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on, practical approach to advisory and delivery
• Excellent communicator with the ability to build trust and credibility at senior levels.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary + performance-based bonus
• Fully flexible working arrangements with West London office access
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Enhanced holiday allowance
• 100% employer-funded private healthcare
• Life assurance & Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension & mobile phone allowance
• Bi-annual eye tests
• Ongoing investment in personal and professional development

Our Culture & Values

Our values and culture are built on five core principles: people first, trust, honesty, authenticity and valuing relationships. These principles define who we are, guiding our interactions with colleagues and clients to foster a positive and productive environment.

We believe in teamwork, respect and doing the right thing by our clients and our colleagues. We’re ambitious, but never at the expense of integrity.

About SmartCo Consulting

We are transformation specialists that position people at the heart of digital change programmes. Delivering high-impact, value-led consultancy across advisory, execution and optimisation services. We’ve built a diverse, high-performing team of experts who consistently deliver exceptional outcomes. Our flexible and open-minded culture supports personal growth, creativity and long-term success for our people and our clients.