Technical Specialist

About Our Client

Our client are a leading QSR brand globally who are recruiting for a Technical Specialist in the Food manufacturing industry. This is a great opportunity to be part of a leading brand and grow with the business. You will bridge the gap between the supplier and customers regarding complaints, supplier approvals, quality and managing allergens.

• Guiding new ingredients, packaging, and menu items through approval processes (QA and PIF), sending and reviewing supplier specifications, and using the SPEQ system.
• Monitoring communication between customers and suppliers to ensure timely updates and keeping internal teams informed of new ingredient details.
• Ensuring adherence to project timelines, addressing delays, and providing solutions.
• Proficiently using the SPEQ system for allergen and nutrition information, performing nutritional calculations, and compiling allergen details.
• Managing content for Allergen and Nutrition Posters, notifying teams of allergen changes, and ensuring accurate nutrition info is updated.
• Reviewing nutritional data against government targets, and tracking improvements.
• Organizing and running Quality Panels to evaluate product quality and address any issues raised.
• Assisting the Innovation Team by developing a bank of ingredients and packaging and supporting Supply Chain with supplier briefs, samples, and product testing.
• Ensuring all new items meet required technical standards and completing the approval process.

• 3-5+ years food/manufacturing background
• HACCP level 3
• Food safety qualifications
• Degree in food ideally

• A competitive annual salary in the range of £40,000 to £55,000 depending on level of experience
• An inclusive and supportive company culture
• A thriving and dynamic environment
• Hybrid working
• HQ in central London

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a vibrant and dynamic environment in the heart of London.