Overview
Lead Product Technologist (Electricals) – Warwickshire. Hybrid: 2 days in the office. Circa £55,000 plus 10% bonus and benefits.
As a Lead Technologist, you’ll be the technical authority for the Electrical Products category, with direct impact on product safety and quality, supplier performance, innovation, and customer experience. You’ll work across the full product lifecycle—from initial development through to launch—ensuring toy products are engaging, safe, legally compliant, and built to a high standard.
Responsibilities
* Leading the technical agenda for the entire Electricals range
* Working with a network of suppliers, designers, buyers, and overseas teams
* Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations
* Managing risk assessments, product testing, and technical documentation
* Troubleshooting product issues and supporting cost-saving or process improvement initiatives
* Driving continuous improvement across supply chains, production quality, and sustainability
Experience required
* Solid experience as a technologist or QA/Compliance expert in toys
* Strong understanding of product safety legislation
* Experience working with suppliers, particularly Far East sourcing
* Confident communication skills – you’ll be dealing with suppliers to exec teams
* A customer-first mindset with focus on product performance in real use
* Leadership or mentoring experience is desirable
What’s on offer
* Excellent base salary
* Up to 10% bonus
* Enhanced parental leave
* Hybrid working – 2 days in the office
* Up to 7.5% matched pension contributions
* Discounts and a family-friendly culture
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Product Management
Industries
* Retail and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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