Technical Manager
Are you a food industry professional with a passion for quality, innovation, and strong customer relationships? We're looking for a Technical Manager to join this fresh produce business, playing a pivotal role in ensuring products and suppliers meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and legality.
As a Technical Manager, you'll work within our dynamic technical team, taking ownership of supplier assurance, food safety, and customer relationships. This is a customer-facing role that requires excellent communication, a hands-on approach, and the ability to travel both nationally and internationally.
You'll be responsible for:
1. Ensuring suppliers comply with all legal, safety, and quality standards
2. Liaising directly with key retail customers on technical matters
3. Supporting EPD/NPD projects from inception to completion
4. Keeping up to date with new varieties, packaging trends, and market developments
5. Visiting growers and suppliers in the UK and abroad
6. Managing and maintaining documentation in line with company and customer expectations
Key Skills & Experience:
7. Strong background in Technical Management within the fresh produce sector
8. Excellent knowledge of food safety and legal requirements (HACCP, BRC, etc.)
9. Confident in customer relationship management
10. Highly organised with excellent planning skills
11. Positive, proactive, and flexible with a hands-on attitude
12. Able to work both independently and collaboratively across departments
This role includes UK and international travel to visit growers, attend exhibitions, and meet with customers.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, quality-driven business, we'd love to hear from you.
Please contact Luan at MorePeople on 01780 480530
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