Senior Specification Technologist

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the bakery sector seeks a Senior Specification Technologist for its Sheffield location. This hybrid role offers the chance to manage product specifications across major UK retailers, ensuring compliance with standards and contributing to product development. Ideal candidates will possess significant experience in specification writing and a thorough understanding of retailer requirements in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 12 months+ experience in specification writing for a food manufacturer.
• Strong understanding of retailer requirements and codes of practice.

Responsibilities

• Complete product specifications for various retailers and customers.
• Approve supplier specifications and ensure compliance with food legislation.
• Support NPD team with nutritional calculations and contribute to reviews.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Knowledge of UK retailer systems

Job description

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Senior Specification Technologist, Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Client:

Henson Recruitment

Location:

Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 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?

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 manage and administer retailer systems, ensuring all specifications and artwork meet the highest standards of accuracy and comply with deadlines.

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

You:

• 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 to tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates on a non-permanent work visa will not be considered, as the company is not an accredited employer and cannot provide sponsorship after a work visa expires.