We're working with a leading food manufacturer to recruit a detail-driven Specification Technologist who knows their way around major retailer systems and loves getting things right first time.
If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.
This position will join a fast-paced food business, taking ownership of retailer specifications, artwork, labelling and technical compliance. You'll work at the heart of the product journey, partnering with NPD, Process, Quality and commercial teams to ensure products move smoothly from concept through to launch.
Specification Technologist
Northampton
Hybrid
£32k - 34k
The Role
Take ownership of completing and maintaining major UK retailer specifications, ensuring all product information is accurate, compliant and delivered right first time against strict customer deadlines.
Partner closely with NPD and Process teams throughout the concept-to-launch journey, translating recipes and supplier information into customer specifications and Quality Attribute Sheets (QAS).
Review raw material and packaging specifications, including information held within Hamilton Grant, challenging discrepancies and escalating anything that falls outside customer Codes of Practice.
Interpret technical product data including ingredients, allergens and nutritional analysis, carrying out calculations and checks to ensure information meets retailer and legislative requirements.
Generate and verify pack copy, reviewing and approving artwork to ensure labelling is accurate, legally compliant and ready for launch within agreed timescales.
Manage specification review programmes, Gold Standard Specifications, internal trackers, SAQs and allergen risk assessments, maintaining accurate and traceable technical records.
Build strong relationships with retail customers and internal stakeholders, confidently managing queries, deadlines, specification changes and technical requests.
Play an active role in maintaining the site's technical standards, supporting customer and BRCGS audits, food safety requirements and wider technical compliance.
What We're Looking For:
Proven experience is essential in writing, updating and managing specifications for major UK retailers, with hands-on knowledge of retailer specification systems. xgikmsk
Previous experience within a Specification Technologist or similar technical role in food manufacturing, fresh produce or a related food environment.
Strong working knowledge of UK food labelling le...
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