We are representing a major food retailer seeking a Category Technical Lead to take full accountability for technical and quality standards across the Chilled, Fresh & Bakery portfolio. This is a senior role with multi‑area responsibility, ensuring products are safe, legal, and high‑quality, while driving supplier improvement and embedding a culture of quality across trading teams. The Role: * Lead and manage all technical and quality aspects across chilled, fresh, and bakery categories (including meat, dairy, bakery, produce, and chilled convenience). * Own due diligence, product specifications, testing, and compliance processes. * Champion quality engagement within trading teams, setting strategic and short‑term agendas for supplier and product improvement. * Contribute to sourcing strategy and support NPD/EPD from concept through launch. * Monitor KPIs including complaints reduction, zero recalls, and technical compliance. * Collaborate with suppliers, technical service providers, and cross‑functional teams to deliver safe, legal, responsibly sourced products. * Provide leadership and direction to technical teams, building a quality‑focused culture. Candidate Profile: * Relevant technical/food safety qualifications and proven experience in food manufacturing or retail. * Strong knowledge of ...