At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop a technical team in the food manufacturing sector.
- Company: Dynamic food manufacturer with a strong focus on quality and team culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a passionate team with a wealth of knowledge and a commitment to excellence.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a thriving industry while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in technical management within food manufacturing and strong team development skills.
The predicted salary is between 38250 - 46750 £ per year.
Senior Technical Manager in the Food Industry £85k–£95k plus package Greater London This is a Senior Technical Manager role with a difference.
You will be working in a factory supplying top‑tier products to a unique range of customers.
We need an experienced food technical expert who understands team leadership and development, working closely with commercially driven retail customers.
A great opportunity for someone wanting to develop teams and operate with autonomy.
More information on this Senior Technical Manager role: Developing the technical team and implementing a proactive approach to the technical agenda for the site.
Working closely with the Senior Team, collaborating cross‑functionally.
Being the main point of contact for major retail and other B2B customers for the site.
Ensuring the technical team has the correct balance of skills in place to support the business.
Planning and monitoring Technical KPIs, reviewing trends and taking the appropriate action.
Heading up technical‑related projects for the business.
Embedding an ‘audit‑ready’ culture.
The business: Successful food manufacturer supplying a diverse range of customers.
Longevity across the customer base.
Quality and a real passion for product are at the core of this business.
Team‑focused culture.
Strong manufacturing capability.
Long‑serving team members – a wealth of knowledge to draw on.
This Senior Technical Manager role requires the following background: Technical Management experience in Food Manufacturing is essential.
A Technical Manager with wider business capability and understanding across operations, supply chain and commercial.
Proven achievements in the development and upskilling of teams.
Current relationships and networks across the major retailers.
Detailed understanding of retailer audits and the BRC audit process.
A listener with the engagement and communication skills to motivate and drive a positive environment for the team.
This is a demanding role, as are all senior technical roles in the food industry.
It is an ideal next step for someone who can work with deadline‑driven challenges, make effective decisions, and encourage accountability and team inclusivity.
There is a great team culture that can be harnessed and developed here, supported by an executive team with a wealth of knowledge and expertise for future development.
For more information on this technical role and other opportunities in this discipline, please contact Sarah in the Novus Team. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Hiring: Senior Technical Manager – Food Industry employer: Novus Recruitment Ltd
At Novus Recruitment Ltd, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that champions innovation and flexibility in the food industry. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and creativity, offering employees ample opportunities for professional growth and development. With a hybrid working model that balances on-site engagement with remote flexibility, we empower our team to thrive while making a meaningful impact in product development.
