Pesticide Compliance Manager

Pesticide Compliance Manager

We are seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented professional to lead pesticide compliance activity across a diverse fresh produce supply network. This role is central to maintaining regulatory adherence, customer policy alignment, and environmental due diligence across multiple regions.

Pesticide Compliance Manager

Key Responsibilities

Take full ownership of pesticide compliance processes across suppliers and product categories

Manage concession and derogation submissions, ensuring accurate data collation and timely approval

Review spray records, authorisations and laboratory residue analysis to verify compliance

Maintain and update pesticide risk assessments, reporting emerging risks to stakeholders

Lead investigations into non-conformances, documenting root cause analysis and corrective actions

Engage suppliers to implement mitigation plans and long-term preventative measures

Support risk-based site assessments in collaboration with auditing colleagues

Conduct recall and traceability exercises to validate supplier control systems

Pesticide Compliance Manager Key Skills and Experience

Degree educated in a scientific discipline

Demonstrable knowledge of pesticide legislation and residue compliance

Advanced capability in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools

Experience interpreting technical documentation and regulatory standards

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Confident communicator with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders

This is a full-time position based in Kent. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom, and evidence of this right will be required prior to interview