Senior Food Technologist — Quality & Supplier Compliance

Whittard of Chelsea; Milton; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Up to 50% store discount

Access to wellbeing portal

Job summary

A leading UK tea and coffee retailer seeks a Senior Food Technologist to join their Product and Buying team in Milton, England. This role involves managing supplier approval, ensuring product compliance, and working closely with various teams for quality assurance. Candidates should have a degree in Food Science, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a full-time contract with hybrid working options and various employee benefits including a generous holiday allowance and discounts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience in a retail food environment is a plus.
• Able to work independently and manage own workload remotely.

Responsibilities

• Manage the supplier approval and risk assessment process.
• Visit suppliers to ensure a standard in sourcing practices.
• Collaborate with Retail Operations to ensure compliance.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Team player

Flexible to travel

Education

Degree in Food Science or a related subject

Advanced HACCP certification

Job description

A leading UK tea and coffee retailer seeks a Senior Food Technologist to join their Product and Buying team in Milton, England. This role involves managing supplier approval, ensuring product compliance, and working closely with various teams for quality assurance. Candidates should have a degree in Food Science, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a full-time contract with hybrid working options and various employee benefits including a generous holiday allowance and discounts.