The Company

This leading international food business specialises in high-quality frozen, chilled, and seasonal party foods, supplying major UK retailers as well as key foodservice partners across Europe and beyond.

With manufacturing based in Southeast Asia, this is a fast-paced and agile company renowned for a broad portfolio of products. As they continue to expand across key markets, they are now looking to strengthen their UK technical team with the addition of an experienced Technical Quality Manager.

The Role

Reporting to the General Manager and collaborating with the Compliance Manager this is a pivotal role in championing technical and quality assurance standards across the business. You’ll work closely with a internation QA function, and with UK customers to ensure that all products meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and legislative compliance.

You’ll take ownership of technical excellence and driving continuous improvement across the full product lifecycle, from new product development to launch and post-launch evaluation. This includes managing customer complaints, leading audit, and staying ahead of emerging legislation.

A key focus will be supporting innovation projects where you will collaborate with NPD and commercial teams to improve sustainability, packaging, and shelf life of products.

You’ll travel frequently to SE Asia and other global supplier sites to support technical training, drive quality improvement initiatives and ensure product excellence that meets customer expectations.

The Person

We’re looking for a technically strong, commercially minded professional who’s passionate about food and quality. With proven experience at Quality or Technical Manager level and direct exposure to UK retailers.

You must have strong communication abilities, including the sensitivity to work effectively with international teams where English may not be the first language. Your ability to build trust with customers, lead audits, manage multiple projects and balance commercial needs will set you apart.

Experience in chilled and frozen food categories, BRC auditing experience and HACCP Level 4 qualification. Culinary skills and an understanding of food trends and sustainability would be a bonus.

This is a broad, exciting role in a business where no two days are the same – and where international travel will be a regular part of the job. If you’re ready to be part of this growing business, then apply now or call 0345 2600 737 to find out more.

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