Supplier Technologist

Supplier Technologist Up to £40,000 Near Bath Monday to Friday - Days Jelly Technical is recruiting on behalf of a well established food manufacturer near Bath for an experienced Supplier Technologist to support the Technical Team, acting as the key link between the business and its suppliers. This is a hybrid role offering flexibility alongside hands on technical involvement within a fast paced food manufacturing environment.

The role offers a competitive benefits package and the opportunity to work with a collaborative and commercially focused technical team within a high standard food production operation. Bonus Scheme Option to purchase additional annual leave days Life assurance Perkbox and retail discounts As a Supplier Technologist your key responsibilities will include:
Managing supplier approval processes and maintaining the approved supplier list. Reviewing and approving raw material and packaging specifications. Ensuring suppliers meet food safety, quality, legality and customer requirements. Conducting supplier risk assessments and supporting vulnerability & traceability processes. Liaising with suppliers to resolve technical queries, non-conformance and performance issues. Supporting supplier audits and reviewing supplier documentation (HACCP, TACCP, VACCP, certifications).

Working cross-functionally with NPD, Technical and Procurement teams on new raw material launches. Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain. What You'll Bring:
Experienced in a technical role within food manufacturing: with a focus on product specifications & supplier approval. Ideally degree educated in a relevant subject such as Food Science or Food Technology. Strong understanding of food safety legislation, supplier assurance, and retailer/customer standards. Experience managing specifications and supplier documentation. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently. Confident communicator with a practical, solutions-focused approach.

Experience across chilled, ambient, or short shelf-life products would be advantageous. A willingness to travel as the role will include occasional supplier visits. UK driving licence and valid passport. Apply TODAY to express an interest. A member of the Jelly Technical team will endeavour to contact all suitable applicants within 72 hours.