Technical Manager Recruitment
Technical Manager Recruitment for Food Manufacturing
Technical Manager Recruitment for Food Manufacturing
Technical Managers bridge the gap between quality, production, and new product development in food manufacturing. Our technical manager recruitment service identifies leaders who can manage NPD pipelines, conduct supplier audits, handle customer technical queries, and ensure product specifications meet retailer requirements while maintaining profitability.
Technical Manager Recruitment for Food Manufacturing
Technical Managers bridge the gap between quality, production, and new product development in food manufacturing. Our technical manager recruitment service identifies leaders who can manage NPD pipelines, conduct supplier audits, handle customer technical queries, and ensure product specifications meet retailer requirements while maintaining profitability.
Typical Technical Manager Requirements:
Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related field
5-8 years technical experience in food manufacturing
NPD project management experience
Strong knowledge of food legislation and labeling
Experience with retailer specifications
Supplier audit and approval expertise
Sensory analysis and shelf life testing
Allergen and nutrition declaration knowledge
Technical Specialisms:
NPD and Product Development
Supplier Quality Assurance
Customer Technical Support
Sensory and Consumer Insight
Nutritional and Regulatory Compliance
Organic/Free-from Specialist
Sustainability and Packaging Innovation
Salary Ranges (2025):
Southeast: £62,000 - £75,000
Midlands: £56,000 - £68,000
North: £52,000 - £65,000
Scotland/Wales: £50,000 - £62,000
Why Our Technical Manager Recruitment Works:
Technical Managers need a unique blend of scientific knowledge, commercial awareness, and project management skills. Our candidates have launched successful NPD projects, managed complex supplier bases, and navigated retailer technical audits. They understand the balance between innovation and profitability. With our Williams365 guarantee, you have a full year to assess their ability to deliver successful product launches and manage your technical function through multiple project cycles.
Typical Benefits:
Hybrid working (1-2 days WFH)
Performance bonus 10-18%
Company pension 6-8%
Professional development/training
Private healthcare
Recent Technical Manager Placements:
Technical Manager - Organic Dairy (12 NPD launches in year one)
NPD Manager - Plant-Based Foods (Built NPD team from scratch)
Technical Director - Confectionery (Reduced supplier base by 30%)
Customer Technical Manager - Ready Meals (Major retailer relationships)
Typical Technical Manager Requirements:
Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related field
5-8 years technical experience in food manufacturing
NPD project management experience
Strong knowledge of food legislation and labeling
Experience with retailer specifications
Supplier audit and approval expertise
Sensory analysis and shelf life testing
Allergen and nutrition declaration knowledge
Typical Benefits:
Hybrid working (1-2 days WFH)
Performance bonus 10-18%
Company pension 6-8%
Professional development/training
Private healthcare
Why Our Technical Manager Recruitment Works:
Technical Managers need a unique blend of scientific knowledge, commercial awareness, and project management skills. Our candidates have launched successful NPD projects, managed complex supplier bases, and navigated retailer technical audits. They understand the balance between innovation and profitability. With our Williams365 guarantee, you have a full year to assess their ability to deliver successful product launches and manage your technical function through multiple project cycles.
Salary Ranges (2025):
Southeast: £62,000 - £75,000
Midlands: £56,000 - £68,000
North: £52,000 - £65,000
Scotland/Wales: £50,000 - £62,000
Technical Specialisms:
NPD and Product Development
Supplier Quality Assurance
Customer Technical Support
Sensory and Consumer Insight
Nutritional and Regulatory Compliance
Organic/Free-from Specialist
Sustainability and Packaging Innovation
Recent Technical Manager Placements:
Technical Manager - Organic Dairy (12 NPD launches in year one)
NPD Manager - Plant-Based Foods (Built NPD team from scratch)
Technical Director - Confectionery (Reduced supplier base by 30%)
Customer Technical Manager - Ready Meals (Major retailer relationships)
Typical Technical Manager Requirements:
Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related field
5-8 years technical experience in food manufacturing
NPD project management experience
Strong knowledge of food legislation and labeling
Experience with retailer specifications
Supplier audit and approval expertise
Sensory analysis and shelf life testing
Allergen and nutrition declaration knowledge
Salary Ranges (2025):
Southeast: £62,000 - £75,000
Midlands: £56,000 - £68,000
North: £52,000 - £65,000
Scotland/Wales: £50,000 - £62,000
Typical Benefits:
Hybrid working (1-2 days WFH)
Performance bonus 10-18%
Company pension 6-8%
Professional development/training
Private healthcare
Technical Specialisms:
NPD and Product Development
Supplier Quality Assurance
Customer Technical Support
Sensory and Consumer Insight
Nutritional and Regulatory Compliance
Organic/Free-from Specialist
Sustainability and Packaging Innovation
Why Our Technical Manager Recruitment Works:
Technical Managers need a unique blend of scientific knowledge, commercial awareness, and project management skills. Our candidates have launched successful NPD projects, managed complex supplier bases, and navigated retailer technical audits. They understand the balance between innovation and profitability. With our Williams365 guarantee, you have a full year to assess their ability to deliver successful product launches and manage your technical function through multiple project cycles.
Recent Technical Manager Placements:
Technical Manager - Organic Dairy (12 NPD launches in year one)
NPD Manager - Plant-Based Foods (Built NPD team from scratch)
Technical Director - Confectionery (Reduced supplier base by 30%)
Customer Technical Manager - Ready Meals (Major retailer relationships)
Your Full-Cycle Talent Partner
Recruitment shouldn't be a one-off transaction; it should be an ongoing strategic advantage. Williams365 is our dedicated partnership model designed to give you 365-day access to talent pipelines and market insights. By embedding our expertise into your business, we ensure you’re always prepared for growth, no matter the season.
Recruitment shouldn't be a one-off transaction; it should be an ongoing strategic advantage. Williams365 is our dedicated partnership model designed to give you 365-day access to talent pipelines and market insights. By embedding our expertise into your business, we ensure you’re always prepared for growth, no matter the season.
Recruitment shouldn't be a one-off transaction; it should be an ongoing strategic advantage. Williams365 is our dedicated partnership model designed to give you 365-day access to talent pipelines and market insights. By embedding our expertise into your business, we ensure you’re always prepared for growth, no matter the season.
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Ready to Stop Settling?
If you’re tired of "CV trash" and ready for a strategic hiring partner who cares as much about your results as you do, let’s talk.