Technical Manager

Morepeople 01780; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fresh produce company in Maidstone is seeking an experienced Technical Manager to oversee compliance and customer management across their supply chain. You will lead initiatives focused on food safety and sustainability, along with managing technical KPIs and supplier relationships. Ideal candidates will have a strong technical background in fresh produce, excellent leadership skills, and project management experience. This role offers a unique opportunity to forge a significant impact within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Solid technical background in fresh produce, ideally with UK retailers.
• Strong understanding of compliance and customer requirements.
• Experience in managing technical KPIs and supplier reviews.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the Supplier Approval Process.
• Manage technical compliance across BRC standards.
• Coordinate packaging development with teams and customers.

Skills

Technical operations knowledge

Leadership skills

Excellent communication

Project management

Collaboration and teamwork

Education

Degree in food science or related field

Job description

About the Role:
Our client is looking for an experienced Technical Manager to join their retail division based in Kent. Reporting to the Senior Technical Manager, you'll take the lead in managing the technical compliance and customer management across their supply chain - ensuring food safety, compliance, quality improvement, and sustainability targets are achieved.

You'll work across a wide range of fresh produce lines and retail customers, driving initiatives, Supplier Approval Process rollouts and BRCCGS. This role combines technical expertise with operational leadership, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and rollout of the Supplier Approval Process,
• Retailer facing
• Manage technical KPIs, supplier reviews, and reporting across the business.
• Ensure technical compliance across packing sites, aligned with BRC standards (Agent & Broker).
• Coordinate packaging and artwork development with internal teams and customers.
• Act as day-to-day technical lead for Value Creation initiatives, alongside the Commercial Director.

What We're Looking For:

• Solid technical background in fresh produce, ideally fruit, ideally across multiple UK retailers.
• Strong understanding of technical operations, compliance, and customer requirements.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate teams.
• Project management experience with a proactive, hands-on approach.
• A collaborative, "team-first" attitude with a drive to deliver continuous improvement.

Desirable (but not essential):

• Degree in food science, agriculture, or a related field.

Why Join?
They are a global leader in fresh produce, committed to quality, innovation, and sustainability. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking technical team and make a real impact across the supply chain.

For further information please contact Luan Harrison at MorePeople on 01780 480530