Technical Manager - FMCG

Tailor Made Resources; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food importer is seeking a Technical Manager to ensure product quality and safety across their operations. The role involves collaborating with key customers and suppliers, managing a team of Technologists, and leading quality improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in quality management within the food sector, including expertise in BRC and HACCP standards.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of BRC and HACCP standards.
• Familiarity with Food Safety regulations.
• Ability to manage audits and customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Manage product quality to meet specifications.
• Work with suppliers for effective supply communication.
• Oversee quality improvement plans and audits.

Skills

Knowledge of Quality & Technical protocols

Exposure to retail customers expectations

Education

Experience in Quality / Technical Management

Job description

Our client is an established food importer currently achieving high levels of sustained growth across their category. We currently offer an exciting opportunity to join the team as Technical Manager.

The position of Technical Manager will work with key retail customers, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure product quality meets customer specification and all product meets company and customer policy requirements for product safety, quality and legality. This Technical Manager role will manage a team of Technologists.

Responsibilities;
Work with suppliers and the commercial team to ensure full awareness of current supply and communicate any issues with future supply
Ensure all product is used effectively and efficiently to maximise profit for the business
Navigate customer technical systems to manage specifications and Due Diligence
Management and contribution to quality improvement plan for each product area
Manage the preparation for customers/supplier technical/quality visits and audits
Maintain knowledge of customer complaints
Be a key member of the HACCP team.

We require;
Exposure to and knowledge of retail customers expectations and standards
Experience gained in a Quality / Technical Management position
Knowledge of Quality & Technical protocols within the food sector
BRC, HACCP, Food Safety and 3rd party Audits.

Salary; 45-50k
Location: South East England / Kent