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We are partnering with a renowned and well-established client to recruit an experienced Technical Manager to lead the site Technical and Quality function. This is a key senior leadership role, sitting as part of the Site Leadership Team (SLT), with additional exposure and collaboration at Group Technical level. This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic, commercially aware Technical professional who thrives in a high-profile, customer-facing role and is passionate about driving standards, performance, and culture.
Job Responsibility:
Leading the site Technical and Quality function, including Technical and Hygiene teams
Acting as the front-line technical representative for customers and clients
Delivering all site technical KPIs, ensuring targets and standards are consistently met
Maintaining full compliance with BRC, retailer, and internal standards
Driving continuous improvement in technical and food safety performance
Leading and hosting retailer audits, customer visits, and external inspections
Providing clear, visible leadership and developing a high-performing technical team
Working collaboratively with the Group Technical function to align site and group strategy
Requirements:
Proven experience in a Technical Manager role within FMCG / food manufacturing
Demonstrable experience in a senior leadership position, ideally as part of an SLT
A strong working knowledge of BRC standards and major retailer requirements
A proven track record of leading, motivating, and developing teams
Confidence and credibility in customer-facing and audit environments
A strategic, forward-thinking mindset, with the ability to balance detail and big-picture thinking
Strong communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels