Technical Manager Supply Chain

J.O. Sims are looking for a Supply Chain Technical Manager to join the Technical team

Job Description & Key Responsibilities

  • Responsible for Supplier Due Diligence management for the global supply base in line with customer requirements and manage customer web-based programmes eg. Muddy Boots/Food Experts.
  • Responsible for implementing residue analysis programme in line with industry and customer requirements. Investigate pesticide issues when applicable.
  • Responsible for supplier auditing programme to meet customer requirements including ethical and food safety. Conduct Select Farm audits where required.
  • Ensure the appropriate systems and procedures are in place regards food safety and address issues.
  • Maintain strong relationships with Technical teams in global supply base and new supplier approval. Work with suppliers on quality issues and new product development/variety development.
  • Develop Cl plans with suppliers through supplier scorecards and work with PAS suppliers to meet retailer requirements.
  • Remain up to date with changing regulations regards residues, pesticides etc.
  • Communicate to the business in regard to new retailer requirements or potential challenges within the supply base.
  • Attend FPC and JS Crop Action meetings.
  • Maintain pesticide approvals with retailers through Food Experts, Audax, GLSA and retailers.
  • Support on customer visits within the supply base or site.
  • Implement the supply base environmental strategy and data gathering systems.

Knowledge & Skills Requirement

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience within Fresh Produce Technical
  • Agri-Food/Food Science related degree
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent IT skills
  • Must be a leader as well as a Technical team member who is proactive and has meticulous attention to detail, along with excellent verbal and written communication in addition to team working skills.

How to Apply

To apply for the role, please apply via email with your CV to emily.kemp@josims.com