Specifications Technologist

At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone
. We’re committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong—where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected.

This is a technical specialist position where you'll have the exciting opportunity to develop and manage detailed, intricate product specifications for our recipes and packaging. You'll work with both our Branded and own-label customers, ensuring everything is current and accurate!

• Manage product specifications for Retailer Brands, addressing data queries via web-based customer portals.
• Translate internal specifications to meet Retailer requirements.
• Lead changes in product and packaging specifications.
• Maintain accurate internal specifications before transferring data to systems like D365.
• Ensure compliance with BRC and regulatory standards through collaboration with relevant teams.
• Advise Technical Managers on Retailer Brands specifications.
• Keep raw material specifications updated with the Supplier Technical Manager.
• Report packaging data to comply with waste regulations.

• Food industry and FMCG experience.
• Specification writing in a food development and manufacturing environment.
• A good standard of knowledge of recipe and specification building.

• Previous experience working with various specification software systems for major retailers in the UK (for example Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury’s).

Competitive salary & Annual Flexible benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, and life outside work.

• Annual bonus 5%
• Double‑matched pension scheme (up to 12% from us)
• 25 days annual leave increasing with service
• Annual Salary review
• Healthcare plan
• Discounted Weetabix products

To support our employees, we also offer:

• Continued investment in your personal development
• We believe in balance, whether it's for family, rest or simply time for you. As well as your holiday entitlement, you can purchase up to 5 days of additional annual leave
• Access to 24/7 counselling service (via Grocery Aid partnership)
• The freedom of Flexible Work Opportunities
• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Leave
• Additional Time Off for Fertility Treatment and Neonatal Care
• Working Parents Support Group
• Fully stocked kitchens filled with our delicious products for you to enjoy

We do not provide sponsorship for this position; therefore, we are seeking candidates who do not require sponsorship.