Specifications & Raw Material Technologist Food Manufacturing South London £34k-£38k Are you the person who can spot a missing allergen declaration, a packaging compliance gap or an incomplete raw material spec from a mile away? If you enjoy the detail behind the product the specifications, supplier approvals and raw material data that make everything work this could be a great move. A well-established food manufacturer is looking to add a Specifications & Raw Material Technologist to its technical team. This role plays a key part in ensuring specifications are accurate, compliant and delivered to customers on time. Its a role for someone who takes pride in getting the detail right and enjoys working at the centre of supplier data, technical documentation and product integrity. What youll be doing Youll take ownership of raw material and finished product specifications, ensuring they are accurate, approved and fully compliant with customer requirements. Your responsibilities will include: Completing and maintaining customer specifications and responding to technical enquiries Managing raw material and packaging specifications to ensure accuracy and compliance Supporting the supplier approval and review process for ingredients, packaging and services Completing raw material risk assessments, including vulnerability and integrity reviews Monitoring traceability and brand integrity claims back to raw materials Attending pre and post-trial meetings to support product development Participating in internal audits and technical projects What were looking for Youll likely already be working as a: Specifications Technologist Raw Material Technologist Technical Services Technologist within food manufacturing. Youll bring: Experience completing retailer or customer specifications Knowledge of raw materials Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Good numeracy, literacy and IT skills Why this role? This is an opportunity to join a business where the technical function is well established and respected, and where the specifications and raw materials process plays a critical role in protecting product quality and brand integrity. Youll work closely with technical, R&D and procurement teams, giving you real visibility across the product lifecycle. If youre someone who enjoys the challenge of getting specifications right, managing supplier data and keeping technical documentation audit-ready, this role will play to your strengths. Interested? Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion to find out more.