Raw Materials Technologist Location: Dronfield Shifts: Monday-Friday 8.30-17.00 Salary: Highly Competitive Healthcare Programs, Discounts, Pension and other Company Benefits About Us: We are seeking an experienced Raw Materials Technologist to support a technical team in a senior-level hybrid role. This position combines hands-on technical work with opportunities to influence raw material management across the supply chain. This is a great opportunity for someone with food manufacturing experience, looking to step into a more strategic and leadership-influenced role. Key Responsibilities: End-to-end management of raw materials, including approval, risk assessments, compliance, and supplier performance monitoring. Conduct supplier assessments and audits to ensure compliance with food safety, legal, and quality standards. Perform risk assessments (HACCP, TACCP, VACCP) and proactively mitigate threats in the supply chain. Maintain raw material specifications, compliance records, and audit outcomes using internal systems. Collaborate with Procurement, Technical, and Quality teams to provide technical guidance and drive improvements. Support continuous improvement by sharing best practices across sites Key Skills / Qualifications: Minimum 2 years' experience in a Raw Materials or Technical role within food manufacturing. Strong understanding of raw material compliance, traceability, and supplier risk. Experience conducting supplier audits and approvals. Knowledge of HACCP, TACCP, and VACCP. Ideally holds a Food Science or related degree. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work across teams and with suppliers. Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving. If you are interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please submit your application today!