Technical Manager

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced UK Technical & Quality Manager to take ownership of technical, food safety, quality and compliance activities for imported fresh produce supplied to major UK retailers.

This is a hands-on role working across international suppliers, third-party packhouses and retail customers. You will play a key role in ensuring products meet UK legislation, retailer standards and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee food safety, quality and regulatory compliance for imported fresh produce.

• Manage supplier approval, due diligence, audits and corrective actions.

• Maintain traceability and technical compliance across the supply chain.

• Manage Sedex, PPPL documentation and other customer/certification requirements.

• Provide technical and quality support to third-party packhouses.

• Conduct site visits and quality inspections where required.

• Investigate complaints, rejections and non-conformances, including root cause analysis.

• Produce quality reports and monitor product and stock quality.

• Keep suppliers, retailers and internal stakeholders informed of relevant technical and legislative changes.

About You

You will have:

• Proven experience in a Technical or Quality role within fresh produce or food supply.

• Strong knowledge of UK retailer technical standards.

• Experience with imported produce and international supply chains.

• Strong understanding of supplier approval, audits and due diligence.

• Experience with Sedex or similar ethical audit platforms.

• Good knowledge of UK food safety legislation and traceability.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• A practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving.

• Willingness to travel to supplier and packhouse sites.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who is organised, commercially aware, detail-focused and proactive, with the confidence to work independently and build strong relationships with suppliers, packhouses and retailers.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing international fresh produce business and take ownership of a key technical and quality function.

If you are ready for your next challenge and have the experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you