Job Summary: We're looking for an inspiring Business Unit Leader to join Kiwa Agri-Food. This pivotal role will see you lead the Business Unit in achieving annual financial, operational, and cultural goals, fully aligned with Kiwa UK's long-term business objectives. You'll work on a hybrid basis, joining our Harrogate team weekly. As a dynamic and strategic leader, you'll drive operational excellence, empower and develop high-performing teams, and deliver sustainable growth. You'll champion Kiwa's culture by promoting ambition, reliability, and engagement, while ensuring a safe and inclusive working environment. About the role:
* Define and lead the strategic vision for the Business Unit, translating goals into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.
* Build and maintain strong customer relationships, positioning Kiwa Agri as the trusted partner of choice.
* Drive operational efficiency through process optimisation, Lean principles, and digital innovation.
* Monitor and analyse KPIs to ensure high performance and service delivery.
* Lead financial planning, budgeting, and pricing strategies to support sustainable growth.
* Manage the Business Unit P&L and ensure accurate, timely reporting.
* Lead and develop a capable, motivated team, ensuring career development, meaningful appraisals, and talent retention
* Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee ownership
* Collaborate with UK and international teams to expand service offerings and unlock growth opportunities.
Do you have what it takes?:
* Experience in the Food, Farm, Feed (FFA) sector within the TIC market.
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, influence, and drive a long-term strategic vision.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and KPIs to inform business decisions.
* Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean, Six Sigma) to drive operational efficiency.
* Proven ability to translate strategy into executable plans with measurable outcomes.
* Experience managing customers, employees, and shareholders expectations.
* Budget management awareness with the ability to work to set targets.
* Ability to engage and influence colleagues to achieve common goals and objectives.
* Excellent communication, planning, and organisational skills.
* Resilient, dynamic, and results-driven with strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.
* Proficient in IT tools, including Microsoft Office.
What can you expect from us in return?:
* £80,000 - £90,000 per annum
* £7,843.50 Car Allowance
* Generous Annual Leave – Starting at 25 days plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy additional leave and increased entitlement with length of service
* 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday, flexible, hybrid working pattern (1-2 days in the office per week)
* Private Medical Insurance
* Enhanced Family Leave – Enhanced maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave with 6 months full pay, plus 2 weeks full pay for paternity leave
* Milestone Rewards – paid and unpaid sabbaticals, charity donations, personal gifts, and retail vouchers
* Salary Reviews
* Company Bonus Scheme
* Enhanced Pension Contributions
* Life Assurance – 4x your annual salary
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – Confidential support, advice, and counselling available 24/7, 365 days a year
* 24/7 GP Service – Access to medical advice anytime
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Eye Care Vouchers – Supporting your health and well-being
* Welcome Pack – Filled with company-branded goodies to kickstart your journey with us
At Kiwa, we deliver results driven by our core values: Ambitious, Reliable, and Engaged the principles that guide how we work with colleagues, customers, and everyone we encounter. We are committed to fostering personal development, encouraging you to be ambitious, explore new ideas, and contribute to making the world a safer, more sustainable place. Here, you'll thrive in a dynamic environment with ample opportunities for growth and self-development.
As an equal opportunity employer, Kiwa celebrates diversity and is dedicated to building an inclusive, supportive workplace. We embrace flexibility in hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds globally, ensuring a work environment free from prejudice, discrimination, and intimidation. Inclusivity and equality are core to who we are, and we uphold these values without exception.
If you have any questions about this role and would like to speak a member of the Talent Team, please e-mail us