Role: Technical Manager – LEON Grocery

Location: London, SE1 0EN

Hours: Full-Time / Permanent

Salary: Dependent on experience

About LEON….

LEON is in a re-founding moment - our founder John is back, the energy is high, and we’re building like a startup again. We’ve got serious brand love and a big opportunity: To improve our products, drive growth, and help more people choose food that’s better for them and better for the world.

About the role…

We are looking for a Technical Manager to join our fast-paced business. In this role you will be responsible for all aspects of technical from auditing suppliers to allergen management & labelling.  

The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in a food-based sector; Retail or Manufacturing. With the ability to demonstrate knowledge of centralised distribution systems, current HACCP & quality procedures, advanced food hygiene and will know how to communicate detailed technical issues into concise actions.

What would my main responsibilities be?

• Managing all customer communication relating to nutrition and allergen information
• Responsible for technical data systems
• Working with the development team to ensure the products developed can be implemented in line with food safety guidelines
• Specification management
• Building strong relationships with our suppliers to ensure they meet our high standards & attending and signing off first production
• Supplier management and product quality compliance
• Ensuring the quality, safety and legality of all food products
• Drive ethical compliance of all supply partners
• Drive quality standards with suppliers
• Supplier auditing
• Own product quality and ongoing assessment
• Sign off retail packaging, ensuring it adheres to UK legislation

Candidate Requirements…

·     Minimum 3 years’ experience in a retail, manufacturing or food service role

·     Passionate about food, sustainability and values customer needs

·     Available to travel within the UK and Europe to meet with suppliers