Specifications Technologist

Location:

London Salary: 35k DOEWork Pattern:
Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pmReporting To:
Specifications Manager Company OverviewA well-established and growing UK food business is seeking a Specifications Technologist to join its technical function. The company operates within the fast-paced retail and food service sectors, supplying high-quality, responsibly sourced products to major UK customers. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement, the organisation is currently undergoing an exciting period of growth and transformation.

Role Responsibilities The successful candidate will play a key role in managing product specifications and supporting the product development lifecycle from concept through to launch. Responsibilities will include:

Creating, reviewing, and maintaining accurate finished product specifications for retail and food service customers

Ensuring all specifications are completed and approved in line with customer and internal deadlines

Managing updates to live product data, including delists and product changes

Collaborating cross-functionally with NPD, technical, supply chain, and commercial teams

Reviewing and approving artwork to ensure compliance with current food labelling legislation and customer requirements

Maintaining specification and artwork trackers, ensuring data accuracy and version control

Supporting stage gate processes and product launches to ensure timely delivery

Assisting with customer systems and external data submissions where required

Experience & Qualifications Previous experience in a specifications or technical role within the food industry

Strong understanding of food labelling regulations and retailer requirements

Experience working with major UK retailers is highly desirable

Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities

Proactive problem-solving approach with the ability to escalate where necessary

Good IT skills, including Microsoft OfficeA degree in food science, technology, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
Benefits Hybrid working (typically 2 days from home)25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Enhanced family-friendly benefits

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discounts

On-site parking

Social and wellbeing initiatives

If this role sounds of interest, please reach out to  or call .Discipline(s):
Food & Drink Job type:
Permanent