Vickerstock are delighted to be recruitment partners with our client where innovation is at the heart of the company on the appointment of Technical Systems and Compliance Lead. Our market leading client serve a wide range of retailer top quality beef and lamb. This is a pivotal role in driving food safety, integrity and regulatory adherence. The successful candidate will be responsible for the compliance, maintenance and continuous improvement of the QMS within the primal division. What your typical day will look like: To ensure the integrity of our products, customers and brands is always maintained, as suitable to the role and defined in relevant procedures. Review and complete gap analysis against customer Codes of Practice and update procedures in line with customer codes of practice and Legislation. Complete an on-going review to ensure that any adverse trends are investigated and documented. Develop, maintain, and update the company Food Safety plan and Quality Management Systems, such as the quality Manuals. Drive standards across the factory in relation to Hygiene, GMP and Fabrication. Assist in preparation for and take part in customer visits, audits Manage any direct reports Liaise with and continually develop relationships with management, production staff, suppliers and customers on a regular basis. Be flexible to work weekends and evenings when required either on an adhoc or regular basis. Carry out all written and verbal communications with management and customers accurately and professionally at all times. What you will need to succeed: Educated to degree level in Food Technology/Food Nutrition or related discipline At least 2 years' experience within the Food Industry Previous experience of working with customers and particular UK retailers Strong IT skills and working experience of all the Microsoft applications Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead with authority, whilst maintaining good relations with colleagues across business functions Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail Self-driven and an ability to work on own initiative Proactive approach to problem solving Drive to learn new things and enthusiasm to progress Desirable Criteria (it would be great if you have these but don't worry if you don't) Previous knowledge of Regulations and Customer Codes of Practice Red Meat knowledge would be advantageous Experience in management would be advantageous. What we hope you do next: Sound like the career move you've been after and would like to hear more, pick up the phone to Anna now on T, or send an updated CV - in Word format - via the link on the page (or email). PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR A FULL LIST OF OUR CURRENT VACANCIES. Skills: TECHNICAL QUALITY SYSTEMS COMPLIANCE FOOD