Technical Manager

Are you a quality-driven technical professional who thrives on responsibility, influence, and continuous improvement?

• Do you want to work in a supportive environment where you are recognised and rewarded for your contribution?

We’re looking for an experienced Technical Manager to take ownership of quality assurance, compliance, and sustainability across our client’s business.

This is a pivotal leadership role, working closely with the Operations Director and international teams to safeguard product integrity, ensure legal compliance, and champion ethical and environmental standards.

Job Title :
Technical Manager

Salary : £45,000 - £50,000

Location :
Biggleswade

Contract :
Permanent, full-time

As a Technical Manager, you’ll be the guardian of quality and compliance across the full product portfolio — from concept through to final delivery. You’ll shape processes, strengthen supplier standards, and ensure that every product meets both regulatory expectations.

This role offers real scope to influence strategy, support innovation, and help the business stay ahead of regulatory change.

• Lead and coordinate quality assurance activities across all operations and product ranges.
• Embed structured quality planning methodologies into product development and lifecycle management.
• Own supplier quality frameworks, ensuring they are effectively implemented, reviewed, and audited.
• Carry out in-depth technical evaluations, risk assessments, and supplier performance reviews.
• Act as the internal authority on product safety, legal compliance, and regulatory requirements.
• Track and interpret upcoming UK and EU legislation, advising the business on risk and impact.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant environmental and trade obligations, including packaging, waste, timber, and product stewardship regulations.
• Drive the company’s sustainability agenda, aligning with recognised schemes and internal environmental targets.
• Serve as the main point of contact for regulators, certification bodies, and industry organisations.
• Provide technical input to marketing and product teams on sourcing, range creation, and artwork approval.
• Support new product development across multiple categories.
• Advise senior leaders and operational teams, ensuring compliance responsibilities are clearly understood and consistently delivered.

• A senior, influential role with real impact across the business
• Direct leadership responsibility with scope to develop and improve processes
• Exposure to international supply chains and evolving sustainability challenges

If you’re passionate about quality, compliance, and doing business the right way — and you’re ready to step into a role where your expertise truly matters — we’d love to hear from you.