We're working with a long standing food manufacturer and due to growth and investment are looking for a Technical Account Manager!

This is a customer-facing role responsible for delivering technical excellence across complex supply chains. You'll manage retailer relationships, oversee end-to-end product specifications, lead quality and compliance initiatives, and drive continuous improvement across suppliers and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities: Act as the primary technical contact for customers Manage complaints, rejections, non-compliance and crisis situations Own product specifications and technical systems Drive supplier performance, compliance, ESG and quality improvement plans Deliver KPIs and year-on-year improvement targets Support product launches, shelf-life validation and critical path activities Attend customer and supplier audits (UK and occasional overseas travel)

About You: QCF Level 5-6 (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline 3-5 years' retail head office experience within technical/commercial functions Experience within short shelf-life food supply Strong stakeholder management and project delivery skills Confident, organised and commercially aware Full UK driving licence required.

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