Technical Manager

5 days ago


Ashford, Kent, United Kingdom Sysco GB Full time
Job Title: Technical Manager - Product Quality and Safety

Brakes is seeking a highly skilled Technical Manager to join our team on a 12-month fixed term contract. As a Technical Manager, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of product quality, safety, legality, and integrity for a defined portfolio of suppliers and products.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide technical support and guidance to the procurement and category team on supplier selection, product quality attributes, and control parameters.
  • Manage supplier relationships, conduct site audits, and set clear technical expectations.
  • Maintain the approved supplier database, complete due diligence audits, and ensure reports are documented.
  • Generate and approve own brand artwork, and instigate product risk management action plans.
  • Monitor complaint trends, analyze root causes, and work with suppliers to support annual KPIs.
  • Develop and implement a robust quality assessment program for product ranges.
Requirements:
  • Technical background with a relevant degree in Food Science or Technology.
  • Excellent communication and project management skills.
  • Strong planning and organizational skills, with a high attention to detail.
  • Desirable: Lead assessor qualification and supplier and product management experience.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary.
  • Company car or car allowance of £5,500 per annum.
  • Private medical healthcare.
  • Generous holiday allowance, with option to purchase 5 additional holiday days.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Hybrid working contract.
  • Huge discounts on food and award-winning products through our staff shop.
  • Discounts on cinema tickets, shopping, and cashback on purchases through Sodexo.
  • Career progression opportunities within Sysco GB.

At Brakes, we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applications from candidates who share our passion for food and feeding the nation. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.


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