Specification Technologist - Organic Food, Hybrid

DivalentineCalver Recruitment LTD; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A West London based independent organic and vegan food company is seeking a Specification Technologist to join the technical team. You will handle technical documentation, liaise with suppliers, maintain product data, and help ensure regulatory compliance across labels and standards.

The role involves collaboration with Product Development, responding to technical queries, and upholding organic and vegan certifications. Hybrid work option may apply after probation.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in a Specification Technologist or similar in the Food industry.
• Experience with EU/UK Food Regulations incl. HACCP, Labelling and Allergen Legislation.
• Strong data skills and high accuracy.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Responding to internal and external enquiries for technical information and completing customer questionnaires and specifications.
• Manage suppliers' technical documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain product database, ERP system, product specifications and related records.
• Assist with customer queries and complaints and investigate with suppliers.
• Provide technical input with Product Development to ensure final product and label sign‑off.
• Maintain third‑party standards compliance (Organic, Demeter, Vegan, Kosher, packaging waste).

Skills

Supplier communication

Data management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

ERP system

Documentation management software

Job description

A West London based independent organic and vegan food company is seeking a Specification Technologist to join the technical team. You will handle technical documentation, liaise with suppliers, maintain product data, and help ensure regulatory compliance across labels and standards.

The role involves collaboration with Product Development, responding to technical queries, and upholding organic and vegan certifications. Hybrid work option may apply after probation.