Technical Manager, Food Quality & Suppliers (Hybrid)

Alexander Steele Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

33 days annual leave

Hybrid working

Job summary

Alexander Steele Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Technical Manager for a London-based food business. You will oversee technical standards, supplier relationships and regulatory compliance across the UK supply chain.

The role offers a competitive salary, a performance bonus, 33 days annual leave and hybrid working. You will lead the technical team, drive improvements and support new product introductions while ensuring food safety and quality throughout operations.

Qualifications

• Degree educated in Food Science, Food Technology or related discipline.
• Proven experience in Technical Management or senior technical position within the food industry.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, quality assurance, supplier auditing and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and develop the technical team to high performance.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Sales and Supply Chain to embed technical considerations in commercial decisions.
• Oversee technical requirements for new product development and launches to meet customer expectations and standards.
• Build relationships with suppliers to improve product quality, compliance and performance.
• Oversee investigations related to customer concerns, quality issues and supply chain incidents.

Job description

Alexander Steele Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Technical Manager for a London-based food business. You will oversee technical standards, supplier relationships and regulatory compliance across the UK supply chain.

The role offers a competitive salary, a performance bonus, 33 days annual leave and hybrid working. You will lead the technical team, drive improvements and support new product introductions while ensuring food safety and quality throughout operations.