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Head of Brand Creative Salary: £70,000 - £100,000 per annum Location: Huddersfield (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 days home) Experience: 8+ years Sector: Consumer goods, retail, fashion, lifestyle or other emotive, product-led brands About the Business A well-established, heritage consumer goods and retail business supporting families throughout their parenting journey, furniture, interiors, pushchairs, clothing, equipment and toys. The business is entering a period of transformation, with an ambition to become the go-to destination for expectant parents and to modernise how the brand looks, feels, and communicates. The Role A senior creative leadership role, reporting to the Marketing Director, responsible for shaping and evolving the brand, with a particular focus on connecting with younger, digitally minded consumers. You'll lead creative vision across digital, social, retail and omnichannel touchpoints, and play a key role in building a stronger in-house creative function. Key responsibilities: • Define and evolve the brand's creative direction across all consumer touchpoints, • Lead brand and product campaigns from concept through to production, • Build and develop the in-house creative team (designers, copywriters, content creators), • Reduce reliance on external agencies by growing in-house capability, • Drive creative innovation across digital, social and emerging technology, including AI, • Manage external agencies and creative partners, • Partner closely with Marketing, Product, Digital, Retail and Commercial teams About You • 8+ years' experience in creative, brand or design, with senior creative leadership experience, • Proven track record leading brand transformation, • Strong background in consumer goods, retail, fashion or lifestyle brands, • Experience across both agency and in-house environments, • Skilled in creative direction, art direction, photography and storytelling, • Experience managing and growing creative teams, • Commercially minded, with an interest in AI and emerging creative technology, • Confident, hands-on leader comfortable working through change and ambiguity What's on Offer • Salary £70,000 - £100,000 (DOE), • Hybrid working (3 days Huddersfield office / 2 days home), • Lead the creative transformation of an established consumer brand, • Build and shape an in-house creative function, • Significant influence across brand, creative, digital and omnichannel strategy If you're an experienced Creative Lead, Creative Director, Head of Creative or senior brand creative ready to transform an established consumer brand, we'd love to hear from you.

You'll lead creative vision across digital, social, retail and omnichannel touchpoints, and play a key role in building a stronger in-house creative function. A senior creative leadership role, reporting to the Marketing Director, responsible for shaping and evolving the brand, with a particular foc

Category Manager - Huddersfield £55,000-£60,000 salary | Private Medical | Pension | Life Assurance | 30 days' total holiday including bank holidays | Onsite parking Are you an experienced Category Manager, Buyer or Commercial professional ready to take ownership of a high-growth category and make a real commercial impact? This is an exciting opportunity to join a large, successful, family-owned multinational business and play a key role in shaping the pet category for retailers across the UK. The opportunity As Category Manager, you'll have end-to-end ownership of category strategy and performance, developing plans that maximise sales, margin and profitability while delivering the right range and value for customers. You'll work closely with major suppliers and internal stakeholders, using market insight and commercial expertise to shape ranging, pricing, promotions and supplier investment. You'll also mentor and develop Category Assistants, giving you the opportunity to build your leadership experience while making a visible contribution to the wider commercial team. You'll be responsible for: Developing and delivering category strategies and plans Owning ranging, pricing and promotional activity Maximising sales, margin, retail POR and cash profit Building strong supplier relationships and Joint Business Plans Negotiating supplier funding for marketing, media and promotional initiatives Analysing category, market and promotional performance to identify opportunities Managing range development, identifying gaps and strengthening the overall customer proposition Developing the right balance of branded and own-brand products Planning seasonal promotions and key commercial initiatives Maximising product availability across your categories Working closely with internal and external stakeholders Mentoring and developing Category Assistants Driving continuous improvement and delivering commercially successful outcomes What you'll bring We're looking for a commercially driven professional with significant experience in FMCG wholesale or retail, ideally within buying, sales or category management. You'll bring: Proven experience developing and delivering category strategies and promotional plans Strong commercial judgement and analytical skills Excellent negotiation and influencing ability Tenacity, confidence and determination to achieve commercial results Strong supplier and stakeholder relationship-building skills Experience analysing market, category and performance data Excellent problem-solving skills A genuine commitment to continuous improvement Why join? This is an opportunity to move beyond simply managing a category. You'll have genuine ownership, influence and accountability, working with suppliers and internal teams to shape the future of an important and evolving market. You'll join an established and growing international organisation with a strong family-owned heritage, a diverse portfolio of businesses and operations across the UK and internationally. In return, you'll have the opportunity to develop your career, influence commercial strategy, build strong supplier partnerships and see the direct impact of your work. The package £55,000-£60,000 salary Plus: 30 days' total holiday including bank holidays Private Medical Pension Life Assurance Onsite parkingYou don't need to tick every box. If you have most of the relevant experience and are ready for a role where you can genuinely influence category performance and make your mark, we'd love to hear from you. Location: Huddersfield Ready for your next commercial challenge? Apply today. WR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities. WR Logistics is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Who We Are at Drive Medical Drive Medical has become a leading manufacturer of medical products with a strong and consistent track record of growth achieved both organically and through acquisitions. We are proud of our high-quality, diverse product portfolio, channel footprint and global operating scale. Our products are sold into the homecare, long-term care, retail, and e-commerce channels in more than 100 countries around the world. “Leading the World with Innovative Solutions that Enhance Lives” Are you a commercially driven Product Manager ready to lead category growth in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? We’re looking for a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to manage a diverse product portfolio and drive revenue and margin growth beyond market rates. In this pivotal role, you’ll oversee the full product lifecycle-from concept to launch, through to life extension and end-of-life planning. You’ll develop and execute tactical and strategic category plans, optimise pricing strategies, and ensure stock levels align with commercial goals. Your insights will shape market entry strategies, product positioning, and competitor analysis, helping us maintain a competitive edge in the UK health sector. You’ll work cross-functionally with the head of sales, marketing, purchasing, commercial, regulatory, design and logistics teams to deliver structured product strategies and support business growth. Your ability to manage multiple projects, analyse market trends, and identify new opportunities will be key to your success. What you’ll Bring? Proven experience in product management, category management, healthcare products, medical devices, or related commercial roles, gained through commercial leadership, R&D or product development. Proven understanding of the full product lifecycle, whether through hands-on product management, portfolio ownership, innovation, or commercial leadership. Commercially grounded mindset, with experience supporting sales, tenders, value propositions, pricing discussions, or customer-facing product strategy. Ability to bridge commercial and technical teams, aligning diverse stakeholders around clear category strategy and outcomes. Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills, able to influence without authority across local and global organisations. Comfort operating as a category owner, balancing portfolio offerings, regulatory requirements, and commercial performance. Analytical and insight-led approach, using market, customer, and team insights to inform strategy and prioritisation. Clear communicator and educator, credible with clinicians, procurement teams, sales leaders, and senior executives. Key Responsibilities Own product portfolios end-to-end – act as the “CEO of the category” with full accountability for portfolio performance, lifecycle management, and long-term growth. Define and execute category strategy and roadmap across 1-year and 3+-year horizons, aligned to UK business objectives and global product direction. Translate customer and market insight into competitive advantage, identifying unmet needs, innovation opportunities, and differentiation versus competitors. Lead new product development and launches, from concept, validation, and business case through to launch, adoption, and post-market optimisation. Develop compelling value propositions and pricing strategies, ensuring strong health-economic and commercial justification for each segment. Own go-to-market strategy, including positioning, messaging, training, tender support, and launch excellence across all channels. Act as the internal and external product authority, supporting sales teams, key accounts, clinicians, procurement stakeholders, and partners. Monitor and respond to market dynamics, including competitor activity, emerging technologies, regulatory changes, and reimbursement considerations. Influence global product and engineering teams, shaping development priorities based on UK market and commercial requirements. Work cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and Operations to deliver profitable and compliant growth. Track category performance and success metrics, using insight to continuously optimise portfolio mix, pricing, and channel strategy. Why Join Us? Make a meaningful impact Be part of a high-growth, globally recognised healthcare brand Influence product strategy across diverse markets and channels Work in a dynamic, international environment with a focus on innovation Opportunity to shape category plans for 1 & 3+ year horizons Collaborate with passionate professionals committed to enhancing lives Why You'll Love Working With Us We’re not sharing the salary just yet, but it’s competitive and worth talking about. What really makes us stand out is how proud our team is of the work they do. We make sure that dedication is recognised—not just with pay, but with great benefits and support. Here’s what you can look forward to, beyond the salary: Generous Annual Leave – 26 days to start, rising to 28 with service, plus your birthday off every year! You can also buy, sell, or carry over leave to suit your lifestyle. Pension Scheme – Helping you plan for a secure future. Employee Assistance Programme – Free, confidential support for your mental, emotional, and financial well-being. Bike2Work Scheme – Save money and stay healthy with tax-efficient bike purchases. Free Onsite Parking – No stress, no extra cost. Long Service Recognition – We celebrate your loyalty and contributions. Staff Discount – Enjoy great savings on our products. Perkbox Access – Unlock a world of perks, discounts, and rewards to make life a little sweeter. *Eligibility for some benefits depends on length of service Equal Opportunities Statement: At Drive Medical, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants, and we ensure that no individual is treated less favourably on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital or civil partnership status, religion or belief, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. We comply fully with all applicable legislation governing non-discrimination in every location where we operate. Our recruitment and selection processes are regularly reviewed to ensure fairness, consistency, and that all candidates are assessed solely on the basis of their skills, qualifications, and experience relevant to the role. Please note: All successful applicants will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in the UK and supply accurate reference details covering their recent employment history. Certain roles may also be subject to an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) or PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) check

Marketing Manager – Consumer Brands & Retail Base Salary up to c£65,000 plus Bonus and Package West Yorkshire/ Hybrid This is a genuinely exciting opportunity for a commercially minded, hands-on Marketing Manager to join a fast-growing consumer products business with an impressive brand portfolio and ambitious plans for the future. Leading a talented in-house team across graphic design, photography and image editing, copywriting and graduate marketing, you will bring structure, energy and momentum to a broad and varied marketing agenda. The role spans both retail and trade channels, with exposure across: • Brand development and campaign delivery • Rapidly growing DTC and eCommerce activity • Major retail customers and commercial partnerships • Content, photography, design and copy • PR, press and influencer engagement • Exhibitions, trade shows and product launches • Digital, social and wider customer communications This is not a narrow or overly corporate marketing role. You will be close to the products, customers, commercial teams and business owners turning ideas into action and helping bring brands, projects and people to life. We are looking for someone with a strong personality, plenty of initiative and the confidence to lead a creative team while remaining happy to get involved personally. You will enjoy variety, work at pace and be comfortable moving between strategic thinking and hands-on delivery. In return, you will join an ambitious, owner-led business that is growing, investing and evolving continually. You will have real visibility, significant influence and the opportunity to shape how its brands and marketing capability develop. Relevant experience may come from consumer goods, homewares, textiles, interiors, lifestyle, retail, eCommerce or another product-led environment. For a confidential initial conversation, please contact Andrew Osbaldeston at Always Candid