We are delighted to share that a unique opportunity has arisen for a Technical Manager on a part time basis (3 days per week) covering our Italian and Indian cuisine). Product areas include pasta, rice, cooking sauces, anti pasti, olives and sides. As the ambassador of stringent quality and safety policies, the successful candidate will work to ensure our products are safe, legal and responsibly sourced, through proactive management of our suppliers and supply chains. This role would suit someone that has experience of working in the food/GNF industry with relevant experience/qualifications in related area. - Risk assessing my products to be safe, legal, responsibly sourced and meet the Tesco rules & policies. - Managing and delivering the technical aspects of the product development critical path. - Managing the delivery our our health and responsible sourcing agenda across my supply base. - Managing my products to always be great quality through on-going monitoring and improvements. - Managing risk in our supply chains, from source, ingredients and raw materials, processing, manufacturing and Tesco routes to market. (safety, business & reputational risks) - Playing an active role in the supplier strategy for my area, ensuring we use the best suppliers & sources. - Driving & developing supplier capability through collaborative engagement, setting clear goals and measuring progress. I do this by having Joint Quality Plans (JQPs) in place with all relevant suppliers. - Responding to complaints and incidents quickly and effectively, ensuring stakeholders are aware and relevant action is taken to protect customers and Tesco. - I challenge myself to learn new skills and keep abreast of the latest thinking in my industry to help drive innovation. - Developing and coaching my direct reports and supporting them to be their best. - Following our Business Code of Conduct, acting with integrity and due diligence. I speak up if something isn't right. - Experience of working in the food/GNF industry - Relevant experience/qualifications in related area - Relevant product knowledge to deliver safe, legal, responsibly sourced products to the customer. - Knowledge of manufacturing processes. - Managing complex supply chains LI - EF1 LI - Hybrid