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Our client is based in Wigan and is looking for a passionate and driven Technical Manager for retail clients working with manufacturing partners; they are responsible for launching dozens of new products each year. There will be lots to learn; they are unique in their approach, and you will report to the Technical Director. They are seeking someone who can travel regularly around the UK and Europe, about 30% of their time. There will also be days at the head office, plus a day per week from home. Salary £40-50k with bonus opportunity.
The Role
You will be responsible for continuing to deliver best-in-class systems internally and at the manufacturing partners across the UK and Europe. As the business goes from strength to strength, we must ensure that factory standards, product integrity and quality remain at the heart of our growth. In addition, you will work cross-functionally and respond to seasonal pressures across the business.
* You will build and maintain a strong, long-lasting strategic partnership with customers.
* You will be allocated a set of manufacturing partners based across Europe, for which you must develop a trusted relationship through a mixture of on-site visits and online communication.
* You will drive continual improvement in factory standards with your manufacturing partners and effectively manage any risks involving you taking a leading role during a crisis scenario.
* You will have an open-minded approach to support the commercial and development functions in landing exciting new business opportunities.
* You'll need to take control of high-importance product issues and communicate solutions effectively with colleagues and customers.
* You will have a keen eye for detail and be able to identify where quality issues exist (and find a pragmatic solution).
* You'll be expected to support the Snr Technical Manager & Technical Director in setting strategic goals for the future.
* You will sometimes need to support other team members with product specifications, artwork approval and technical innovation. Here, they work as one team.
The Candidate
We are looking for someone in a Food Technical Manager role who wants to join a dynamic organisation with a proven track record of improving site standards and product quality. You will have experience within a retail technical role and a qualification in a food-related subject or food industry background ideally with a HACCP Level 3 and an internal or lead audit qualification (or the desire to get one). With a willingness to travel extensively in the UK and Europe, you will need a driving licence and be prepared to fly/drive overseas. It's an excellent opportunity to work further afield whilst being based in the UK. The sites will be split between three of you.
You will have demonstrated an ability to communicate effectively, present and influence credibly at all levels; you will have a proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
The systems they work with are Microsoft Office, in a growing team within an open-plan office.
If this sounds like something you would like to know more about, please send over your information or call us for a further discussion.