Food and Drink Recruitment
Food and Drink recruitment
In Scotland, food and drink is the largest manufacturing sector, and the third largest employer overall. The industry is worth more than ÂŁ15bn, with exports up 200% in the past decade.Â
Every year, Scotland exports whisky, meat, seafood and baked goods to 105 countries. The sectorâs continued growth represents many exciting opportunities for food and drink manufacturers. But to make the most of these opportunities, businesses need high-performing employees.Â
Our Food and Drink recruitment team works closely with manufacturers to match the best candidates with the right opportunities. If youâre searching for a live Food and Drink role, or need help finding great employees to grow with your company, learn how the Food and Drink recruitment team can help you.Â
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Finding a Food and Drink role
One in 20 people in Scotland works in the food and drink industry. And, with more roles becoming available in food and drink manufacturing, there are opportunities for both technical and business support professionals. Â
As Food and Drink recruitment specialists, we work alongside some of Scotlandâs best food and drink manufacturing companies. Weâre regularly on the lookout for talented people with experience in:Â
- Technical productionÂ
- EngineeringÂ
- HRÂ
- SalesÂ
- LogisticsÂ
- TechnicalÂ
- New Product Development Â
- Buying & Procurement Â
We know itâs not always easy to find a position that meets your expectations. Working with an experienced recruitment team makes the process a lot more straightforward. Weâll get to know your goals, help you prepare for interviews, and ask for feedback on your behalf. When you receive your job offer, weâll help you agree on the terms of your contract and get you settled in. Â
Either apply directly for a live vacancy or, if you donât see a suitable opportunity right now, upload your CV and weâll be in touch.Â
Food and Drink jobs
What our candidates say
Finding Food and Drink talent
The food and drink industry accounts for 29% of all manufacturing that happens in Scotland. Food and drink production has increased in line with demand - and so has the requirement for excellent employees.Â
By 2033, the industry will need 7,000 new recruits. Already, Scottish food and drink manufacturing companies are competing to attract the candidates they believe will help drive growth.Â
Our Food and Drink recruitment team builds relationships with skilled professionals in:Â
- New product development
- EngineeringÂ
- Buying and procurementÂ
- Sales and marketingÂ
- Operations and productionÂ
- Supply chain and logisticsÂ
- QHSEÂ
- Food Science
We help SMEs and large organisations fill positions from graduate to executive and board levels. The Food and Drink recruitment team can help you create your role, promote it and search for candidates. Theyâll vet applicants, hold assessment centres and conduct interviews, before extending a job offer on your behalf. Â
Want to learn more about hiring with Eden Scott? Take a look at our client testimonials or read some of our recent case studies.Â
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