Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsSuccessful Birmingham BusinessFixed Term Contract (FTC)About Our ClientMy client is a well-respected entity in their industry, boasting a sizeable team across multiple locations. Based in Birmingham, this mid-sized company is renowned for its commitment to quality and high standards, fostering an environment that values teamwork and innovation.Job DescriptionUpdate and maintain detailed product specifications to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, customer expectations, and internal standards.Ensure all product specifications are supported by validated claims such as nutritional, health, provenance, allergen claims, RSPO, etc.Manage internal specification databases to ensure all information is accurate, current, and accessible to relevant stakeholders.Validate product labels to ensure they accurately reflect specifications and comply with labelling regulations and legal requirements, working alongside the warehouse team to ensure proper implementation and adherence.Ensure all product information complies with current food safety standards, labelling regulations, and legal requirements.Monitor food safety alerts, conduct horizon scanning, and take necessary corrective actions.Stay informed on changes in food legislation and proactively adjust specifications and processes to maintain compliance.Support internal and external audits by ensuring product information and documentation are audit-ready and compliant.Provide technical support to customers regarding product specifications, allergens, and compliance issues.Complete customer specification forms, set-up documents, samples, listing forms, and ad-hoc requests.Maintain and update customer portal systems such as ANDI, Nutritics, Smart Supplier, ERUDUS, etc.Support the Assistant Technical & Quality Manager or Technical & Quality Manager in training teams on specification systems and compliance processes.Collaborate with internal teams, such as NPD and Marketing, to ensure specifications are integrated into processes effectively.Address discrepancies or non-conformance issues in product specifications and implement corrective actions.MONDAY - FRIDAY 08:00 - 16:00The Successful ApplicantYou will be an experienced Specifications Technologist, along with the following:Food Science, Food Technology or Food Nutrition educationExposure & experience working with customer online portalsStrong knowledge of food safety standards, regulations & HACCP principlesExperience in audits is desirableExperience delivery training in food safety, allergens & quality systems is desirableWhat's on Offer£28,000 - £32,000Initial 9 month FTC (Maternity Cover)Opportunities for professional growth and development within the FMCG industry.A supportive and collaborative work environment in BirminghamContactAnthony BakerQuote job refJN-022025-6670223Phone number+44 121 230 9423Job summaryJob functionEngineering & ManufacturingSubsectorQuality, TechnicalSectorFMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)LocationBirminghamContract typeTemporaryConsultant nameAnthony BakerConsultant phone+44 121 230 9423Job referenceJN-022025-6670223