Specification Technologist
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Full time
Onsite, Lincoln
Up to £35,000
Benefits
4.5 working week, finishing at 12:30pm on a Friday
25 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays
Company bonus scheme
Enhanced pension contributions
Private Health Insurance
Life Assurance & critical illness cover
Onsite Parking
Discounts platform
Long service celebrations
Employee Assistance Programme
Free fruit & potatoes
Electric salary sacrifice car scheme
Flu vaccines
Refer a friend scheme
The company
From our sites in Lincoln, Scotland and the Southwest, we supply some of the largest retail, wholesale and food manufacturing customers in the UK.
Our expertise goes much further than just supply and demand. We offer our customers real innovation, whether developing new potato varieties, packaging solutions or cutting-edge processes. And its not just fresh potatoes. We're also continually developing our great range of innovative, ready-to-cook prepared vegetables.
At Branston we thrive to be the best, through our values and invest in our people. This is a fast-paced environment and looking for someone who is adaptable in their approach.
Role Overview: As a Specification Technologist at Branston, you will be responsible for managing all product specifications, from creation to maintenance, on both supplier and customer portals. Your ability to work cross-functionally and manage relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal teams will be key to your success.
What you will be doing:
Manage the creation, maintenance, and updating of all product specifications for both supplier and customer portals.
Oversee artwork review and approval processes, ensuring compliance with RBF/PIR submissions.
Manage FTP critical path for artwork design, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
Maintain supplier specifications in collaboration with Technical.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders at all levels within Branston, suppliers, and customers.
Support and drive the NPD process, working closely with Technical, Production, and other departments.
What we want from you:
Essential:
A-levels or higher education certificates (preferably in Food Science or a related field).
A minimum of 2 years experience within the food industry.
Experience working within the NPD process, as well as with Technical or Production departments.
Strong experience with Retail specification portals and artwork approval systems.
Excellent planning, organisational, and time-management skills.
Proficient IT skills (including MS Excel, Word, and report writing).
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to lead meetings and coordinate cross-functional teams effectively.
Preferred: A degree or qualification in Manufacturing, Food Science, or Packaging.
Food industry qualifications (e.g., HACCP, Food Safety).
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