Job Description
Technical Manager Fresh Produce (Retail Account)
Are you an experienced Technical Manager with a passion for delivering the highest standards in food safety, quality, and integrity? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading UK fresh produce supplier managing a key retail account partnership.
The Role
As Technical Manager, youll play a pivotal role in ensuring all products meet the highest standards of food safety, legality, and quality, while maintaining strong relationships with customers, growers, and suppliers. Youll lead on technical compliance, audits, and supplier management, driving continuous improvement and innovation across the supply base.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure full compliance with customer and legal standards, including BRCGS, GlobalG.A.P., LEAF, Red Tractor and SMETA.
* Lead supplier technical relationships, audits, and performance improvement initiatives.
* Oversee product specifications, due diligence, and customer documentation.
* Act as the key technical contact for the retail customer, managing product feedback, performance data, and technical reporting.
* Support sustainability, ethical trade, and innovation projects within the business.
* Deliver continuous improvement plans, KPI reporting, and quality culture initiatives.
About You
Youll bring strong technical ex...