Technical Manager
Location: Colchester
Job Type: Full-time (Hybrid available)
Salary: Competitive (+ profit related bonus)
Hours of work: 08:00-17:00 (Weekend on call x 6 per year)We are seeking a Technical Manager to represent our company during interactions with suppliers and customers, proactively develop and nurture supplier relationships, and ensure accountability for company due diligence and top fruit supply chains. This role is based in our Technical Department and offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where innovation and collaboration are valued.
Day-to-day of the role:
Ensure company due diligence databases are accurate and that data is shared with customers as requested.
Work with suppliers, technical/product management colleagues, and commercial teams to deliver quality, safe, legal, and innovative products throughout the supply chain.
Act as the recognised company expert for top fruit supply chains; developing and sharing product knowledge.
Responsible for the upkeep of customer specifications, other customer-related software platforms, and administrative tasks to maintain compliance.
Manage the technical content of weekly product information sheets.
Oversee the due diligence approval process for onboarding new customers, suppliers, packers, and growers.
Guide service provider teams on customer requirements to ensure food safety, legality, authenticity, and quality.
Undertake relevant training/research to enhance technical kn...