Senior Specification Technologist

JR United Kingdom; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food sector is looking for a Senior Specification Technologist with experience in specification writing for major UK retailers. The role is hybrid, requiring both office and home work, and focuses on managing product specifications and compliance to ensure high standards are met. Candidates must have 12+ months of relevant experience and an understanding of retailer requirements.

Qualifications

• 12+ months experience in specification writing for a food manufacturer.
• Knowledge of major UK retailer specification systems essential.
• Strong understanding of retailer codes of practice.

Responsibilities

• Complete product specifications for various retailers and customers.
• Manage retailer systems and ensure compliance with codes of practice.
• Support the NPD team with nutritional calculations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Understanding of retail requirements

Job description

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Client:

Henson Recruitment

Location:

Chester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a Specification Technologist with experience working with major UK retailers looking for a step-up?

Senior Specification Technologist

Bakery food products

Hybrid – 3 days WFO / 2 days WFH

The role:

As the Senior Specification Technologist, your role will involve completing product specifications for various retailers, customers, and our own brand across multiple accounts, including high-profile grocery chains and discount retailers. You will be responsible for managing retailer systems, ensuring specifications and artwork meet high standards and deadlines.

You will approve supplier specifications, ensure compliance with retailer/customer codes of practice and food legislation, support the NPD team with nutritional calculations, cross-check documentation, and contribute to pre and post-launch reviews to meet KPIs.

You:

• Have 12+ months experience in Specification writing for a food manufacturer.
• Knowledge of major UK retailer specification systems is essential.
• Strong understanding of retailer requirements and codes of practice.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Note: Candidates on a non-permanent work visa will not be considered, as the company cannot provide sponsorship after the visa expires.