Name: Mark Watson
Job title: Managing director
Company name: Hancocks Cash & Carry
Sales: £76.4m
HQ: Loughborough, Leicestershire
Number of employees: 280
What's it like to work for your company? Owned by the Hancock family, it retains a very friendly, family atmosphere across all areas of the business including customers and suppliers. A fast-changing environment, the C&C is always busy developing opportunities for its customers to develop their business.
Why is it a good employer? Hancocks looks after its people and there really is a can-do attitude in all departments and branches. Staff who want to progress will find every opportunity to do so. People tend to stay - 85% of staff have worked here for at least five years and 25% of those have been here more than 15 years.
What's the best thing about working there? Confectionery is a really fun product to work with. It is something that we can all positively relate to.
Does the company offer any unusual benefits? The ability to try every new sweet or chocolate the moment it comes to the market.
How does the company differ from its rivals? Specialising in confectionery for 47 years, Hancocks has become an authority on the category for independents. This results in a positive relationship with both customers and suppliers, which staff find motivating. Hancocks uniquely offers in excess of 5,000 confectionery lines in each of its 16 branches. Businesses looking to build their confectionery sales find us an inspiration they enjoy coming to see what is new.
Is there a definable company culture? It is upbeat, constructive and forward-looking.
If the company were a car what would it be and why? A Range Rover: solid, reliable, fun to drive, able to adapt to all situations and conditions while looking after its passengers!
What's the training like? What qualifications can I earn? Training is bespoke to the particular role and mainly in-house. We like to teach the "Hancocks spirit" as this is what ensures we offer our customers the best-possible service, ensuring a forward-moving company.
What's your proudest achievement over the past 12 months? Making it to 50, being promoted to MD and helping us achieve yet another successful year.
Are you looking for any people right now? New branches are planned for next year and we need people to fill the positions created.
How does one go about applying for a job? Contact Kathy Smith, personnel manager on 01509 216 644.
What tips would you offer jobseekers? Be prepared to commit 100% and the role will be extremely rewarding.
How do I find out more about the company? Contact us directly or go to www.hancocks.co.uk.
Is the company working on anything exciting right now? We continue to discover new products to grow our range, while also searching for new sites and considering new ventures. There is a lot to think about!
Job title: Managing director
Company name: Hancocks Cash & Carry
Sales: £76.4m
HQ: Loughborough, Leicestershire
Number of employees: 280
What's it like to work for your company? Owned by the Hancock family, it retains a very friendly, family atmosphere across all areas of the business including customers and suppliers. A fast-changing environment, the C&C is always busy developing opportunities for its customers to develop their business.
Why is it a good employer? Hancocks looks after its people and there really is a can-do attitude in all departments and branches. Staff who want to progress will find every opportunity to do so. People tend to stay - 85% of staff have worked here for at least five years and 25% of those have been here more than 15 years.
What's the best thing about working there? Confectionery is a really fun product to work with. It is something that we can all positively relate to.
Does the company offer any unusual benefits? The ability to try every new sweet or chocolate the moment it comes to the market.
How does the company differ from its rivals? Specialising in confectionery for 47 years, Hancocks has become an authority on the category for independents. This results in a positive relationship with both customers and suppliers, which staff find motivating. Hancocks uniquely offers in excess of 5,000 confectionery lines in each of its 16 branches. Businesses looking to build their confectionery sales find us an inspiration they enjoy coming to see what is new.
Is there a definable company culture? It is upbeat, constructive and forward-looking.
If the company were a car what would it be and why? A Range Rover: solid, reliable, fun to drive, able to adapt to all situations and conditions while looking after its passengers!
What's the training like? What qualifications can I earn? Training is bespoke to the particular role and mainly in-house. We like to teach the "Hancocks spirit" as this is what ensures we offer our customers the best-possible service, ensuring a forward-moving company.
What's your proudest achievement over the past 12 months? Making it to 50, being promoted to MD and helping us achieve yet another successful year.
Are you looking for any people right now? New branches are planned for next year and we need people to fill the positions created.
How does one go about applying for a job? Contact Kathy Smith, personnel manager on 01509 216 644.
What tips would you offer jobseekers? Be prepared to commit 100% and the role will be extremely rewarding.
How do I find out more about the company? Contact us directly or go to www.hancocks.co.uk.
Is the company working on anything exciting right now? We continue to discover new products to grow our range, while also searching for new sites and considering new ventures. There is a lot to think about!
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