Technical Manager - Food (6 Month Initial Contract)

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; Preston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Excellent company benefits

Job summary

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited is seeking a Technical Manager from a Food/FMCG background for a senior 6-month contract in the North West. You will lead and develop the technical team, manage supplier approvals, audits and BRC compliance, and work closely with Purchasing/Commercial teams on NPD.

The role offers £50,000-£55,000 plus bonus and excellent benefits, with commutable locations from Blackburn, Blackpool, Lancaster, Wigan, Bolton, Burnley, Southport and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• Technical Manager from a Food / FMCG background.
• Strong knowledge of food legislation, BRC and specification management.
• Experience with supplier audits, NPD and supplier technical management.
• Leadership experience and a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Technical function and manage/develop the technical team.
• Manage supplier approval, performance, audits and BRC compliance.
• Oversee product specifications, food legislation and technical documentation.
• Work closely with Purchasing/Commercial teams on NPD and supplier approval.

Skills

Technical management

Food / FMCG background

Leadership

Supplier audits

Job description

Technical Manager - Food (6 Month Initial Contract)

£50,000 - £55,000 + Bonus + Excellent Company Benefits

North West - commutable from Blackburn, Blackpool, Lancaster, Wigan, Bolton, Burnley, Southport and surrounding areas

Are you a Technical Manager from a food background looking for a senior role within an established organisation on an initial 6 Month Contract?

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a technical function, managing and developing a team whilst working closely with suppliers and internal departments to maintain the highest standards of quality and compliance.

The organisation is well established within their sector and can offer a secure, senior position alongside an excellent benefits package and further opportunities to develop.

The Role:

• Lead the Technical function and manage/develop the technical team
• Manage supplier approval, performance, audits and BRC compliance
• Oversee product specifications, food legislation and technical documentation
• Work closely with Purchasing/Commercial teams on NPD and supplier approval

The Person:

• Technical Manager from a Food / FMCG background
• Strong knowledge of food legislation, BRC and specification management
• Experience with supplier audits, NPD and supplier technical management
• Leadership experience and a full UK driving licence

Reference Number: BBBH279120

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.