Graduate Specifications Technologist

The People Co; South Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent food industry firm in South Yorkshire is seeking a Graduate Specifications Technologist. The role involves maintaining product specifications and ensuring compliance with legal standards. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Food Science or a related discipline and strong IT and communication skills. This position offers hybrid work arrangements and the chance to grow within a respected company.

Qualifications

• Degree or qualification in Food Science, Nutrition, or a related discipline.
• At least 2 years experience in a specification technologist role within the food industry.
• Confident working with retailer specification portals and internal spec systems.

Responsibilities

• Write and maintain finished product specifications for a wide range of products.
• Ensure all data is validated and accurately entered into internal and retailer specification systems.
• Liaise with suppliers, regulatory, technical, procurement, and marketing teams.

Skills

IT literacy

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Food Science, Nutrition, or related discipline

Job description

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Client:

The People Co

Location:

South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

The Company and Role.

Are you a food science graduate ready to take your first step into the food industry? Or do you already have some hands-on experience with food specifications and are looking to take your career to the next level? This is your opportunity to be part of a well-established and high-performing technical team at a business known for its household-name branded and own-label products.

This hybrid role (with 2 days working from home) is based in South Yorkshire and offers the chance to build your career within a company recognised for its long-standing heritage, innovation, and wide consumer reach across the UK and beyond.

Key Accountability.

Working as part of a dynamic and collaborative team and reporting to a Senior Specifications Technologist, you will be responsible for:

• Writing and maintaining finished product specifications for a wide range of products supplied and produced both in-house and through partners.
• Ensuring all data is validated and accurately entered into internal and retailer specification systems.
• Generating pack copy data and reviewing artwork to ensure label information is accurate and legally compliant.
• Liaising cross-functionally with suppliers, regulatory, technical, procurement, and marketing teams to gather and verify information.
• Keeping up-to-date with changing legislation and customer requirements to ensure all specifications meet the latest compliance standards.
• Managing multiple tasks effectively while maintaining a high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

People Profile.

Open to candidates at different experience levels:

Entry Level:

• A degree or qualification in Food Science, Nutrition, or a related discipline.
• A keen interest in food specification systems and labelling compliance.

Experienced Technologist:

• At least 2 years’ experience in a specification technologist role within the food industry.
• Confident working with retailer specification portals and internal spec systems.

In Both Cases, You’ll Need:

• High IT literacy and confidence in data entry and document control.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.
• A meticulous eye for detail and a drive for accuracy.

If you’re ready to make a real impact in one of the UK’s most recognised food businesses, apply today with your up-to-date CV tailored to this opportunity. We can’t wait to hear from you!