Specifications Technologist

Specifications Technologist

Lincolnshire

£30,000-£33,000

The Collective Network are partnering with a well-invested food manufacturer looking to strengthen their technical function with the appointment of an experienced Specifications Technologist.

This isn't a role for someone who just "does specs."

This is for someone who understands the commercial impact of getting them right.

The business behind this opportunity has built an impressive reputation within the food manufacturing space, supplying innovative, high-quality products into major retail, foodservice, and manufacturing channels across the UK and Europe. Significant investment across operations, systems, and product innovation means they're continuing to grow, and the technical team is evolving with it.

Now they need someone who can bring structure, accuracy, and pace into a fast-moving environment where attention to detail genuinely matters.

The Role

You'll sit within a busy technical team, owning the creation and maintenance of retailer and customer specifications across multiple platforms and product categories.

This is a highly collaborative role where you'll work closely with NPD, Process, Commercial, and Technical teams to keep projects moving, launches on track, and compliance watertight.

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where priorities shift quickly and standards remain high, you'll fit in well here.

What you'll be doing:

• Managing retailer and customer specifications across major UK retail and foodservice accounts
• Approving packaging copy and artwork in line with legal and customer requirements
• Supporting product launches through accurate specification management and critical path coordination
• Verifying ingredient, allergen, recipe, and nutritional data
• Acting as a key technical contact for specification-related queries
• Conducting allergen and claims risk assessments
• Supporting audits and ensuring systems remain compliant and audit-ready
• Working across specification platforms and technical systems including retailer portals and ERP systems
• Collaborating cross-functionally to ensure products move efficiently from concept through to launch

What they're looking for

This role suits someone who already knows the pace and pressure of food manufacturing specifications.

You'll probably have:

• 3+ years' experience in a Specifications Technologist role within food manufacturing
• Strong retailer specification platform experience
• A solid understanding of UK food legislation, allergens, and labelling compliance
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines without compromising accuracy
• Strong communication skills and confidence working cross-functionally
• A proactive mindset, someone who spots problems before they become issues

Most importantly, they want someone who takes pride in detail and understands the importance of technical accuracy in protecting both customer relationships and brand reputation.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Healthcare, dental, and optical support
• Enhanced annual leave package
• Career development and training opportunities
• Modern manufacturing environment
• A business that continues to invest heavily in people, systems, and growth
• Supportive technical leadership team with genuine progression opportunities

If you'd like to hear more about this opportunity, or want a confidential conversation about technical roles within food manufacturing, get in touch with Gemma at The Collective Network today.