Senior Specification Technologist

Selfridges; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Specification Technologist in London to oversee product specifications and ensure compliance with food safety regulations. The role involves collaborating with various departments to maintain accurate specifications and contribute to sustainable practices in food safety. Ideal candidates will possess a degree related to food science and relevant industry qualifications.

Qualifications

• Strong planning and prioritisation skills required.
• Member of industry working groups preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance and sign-off of product specifications.
• Ensure compliance with food safety policies and regulations.
• Liaise with suppliers and maintain specification approval.

Skills

Organised

Food labelling legislation understanding

Allergen awareness knowledge

Communication skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Flexibility

Education

Degree in Food Science, Environmental Health, or related field

Level 2 HACCP qualification

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Senior Specification Technologist, London

Client: Selfridges

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: b68fe9759a83

Job Views: 7

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

As the Senior Specification Technologist Food Safety, you will manage the maintenance and sign-off of product specifications and associated documentation across all our stores, working collaboratively with various departments.

Responsibilities include:

• Extensive knowledge of Food Law, allergen management, legal food & drink labelling requirements, and horizon scanning for future law changes.
• Supporting the Senior Technical Manager- Supplier & Product to implement Food Safety and Quality policies.
• Working with Food Buying to ensure new products and concessions launch safely and legally.
• Championing accurate completion of product specifications prior to launch, aligned with company policies and ethical trading.
• Managing review and development of supplier assurance and product specification procedures.
• Liaising with suppliers, buyers, and restaurant operations to resolve specification queries.
• Leading communication through Concept to Launch meetings and maintaining specification approval statistics.
• Ensuring effective management of the specification system for accurate product information transfer across departments.
• Supporting Food Safety team with hygiene inspections, training, and complaint investigations.
• Contributing to building a sustainable and circular future through robust supplier assurance and product approval processes.

Qualifications and skills required:

• Organised with strong planning and prioritisation skills.
• Understanding of food labelling legislation and regulations.
• Knowledge of allergen awareness and food composition.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage projects and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Analytical, results-driven, with data problem-solving skills.
• Flexible and adaptable work approach.
• Member of industry working groups (e.g., IFST, FDF, FSA, Campden BRI).
• Degree in Food Science, Environmental Health, or related field.
• Level 2 HACCP qualification minimum.

Note: All team members should be flexible as roles may evolve based on business needs.