Junior Technical Account Manager

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fresh produce business in Maidstone seeks a Junior Technical Account Manager to support UK and international growers. Ideal candidates will have a strong technical management background in fresh produce, knowledge of food safety standards, and excellent communication skills. This role involves managing key retail accounts, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Strong background in technical management within fresh produce.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety, product integrity, and retailer technical requirements.
• Experience with technical auditing and risk-based supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical management for major retail accounts and ensure compliance.
• Communicate with UK and overseas growers, providing technical support.
• Conduct supplier audits and manage food safety compliance.

Skills

Technical management within fresh produce

Knowledge of food safety

Excellent communication skills

Technical auditing experience

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams

Zoom

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Junior Technical Account Manager, maidstone

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Client:

Fresh People Ltd

Location:

maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

4

Posted:

06.08.2025

Expiry Date:

20.09.2025

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Job Description:

Are you an experienced technical professional ready to step into a customer-facing leadership role within the fresh produce sector?

Were looking for a Junior Technical Account Manager to join a leading fresh produce business based in Kent, supporting both UK and overseas growers while managing key retail customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead technical management for several major retail accounts, ensuring all quality and compliance standards are met.
• Communicate regularly with UK and overseas growers, providing technical support and quality updates.
• Deliver and maintain technical policies, KPIs, and product specifications across the supply base.
• Conduct supplier audits and manage compliance with food safety standards (e.g. BRC, GlobalGAP, SMETA).
• Represent the business at customer meetings, site visits, and during tenders.
• Support company-wide ethical, sustainability, and food safety goals.
• Monitor industry and retail trends, responding to technical issues as needed.
• Provide hands-on support across the wider technical team and cover as required.

What Youll Need:

• Strong background in technical management within fresh produce
• In-depth knowledge of food safety, product integrity, and retailer technical requirements.
• Experience with technical auditing and risk-based supplier management.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Working knowledge of BRC, GlobalGAP, SMETA, SEDEX, and Red Tractor standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with platforms such as Teams and Zoom.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel nationally and internationally.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team in a varied and dynamic role, supporting high-profile customers and a broad grower base across the UK and abroad.