Senior Specification Technologist

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

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Specification Technologist specializing in Bakery Food Products. The role involves creating product specifications for various major UK retailers and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. With a hybrid working model, this position is ideal for candidates with over 12 months experience in specification writing.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Complete product specifications for various retailers and own brand.
• Manage retailer systems ensuring specifications meet accuracy standards.
• Approve supplier specifications to ensure compliance with food legislation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Job description

Senior Specification Technologist, Colchester

Client:

Henson Recruitment

Location:

Colchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

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

Role:

Senior Specification Technologist

Specializing in Bakery Food Products

Hybrid working – 3 days in the office / 2 days WFH

Responsibilities:

• Complete product specifications for various retailers, customers, and own brand across multiple accounts, including high-profile grocery chains and discount retailers.
• Manage and administer retailer systems, ensuring specifications and artwork meet high standards of accuracy and deadlines.
• Approve supplier specifications and ensure compliance with retailer/customer codes of practice and food legislation.
• Support the NPD team with nutritional calculations and documentation review.
• Contribute to pre and post-launch reviews, ensuring specifications 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 work under 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 a work visa expires.

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Created on 04/06/2025 by JR, United Kingdom.