Technical Director

1. Technical Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute the technical roadmap aligned with business goals and market trends.
• Champion sustainability practices across operations, aligning with ethical and environmental standards.
• Drive innovation in growing, packaging, and post-harvest processes.

2. Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Oversee quality control processes to ensure consistent product quality.
• Ensure compliance with local and international standards, including certifications.
• Lead audits and inspections, ensuring readiness for customer and third-party reviews.

3. Supply Chain & Supplier Management

• Manage relationships with growers, farms, and suppliers to ensure a reliable and high-quality supply chain.
• Monitor supplier performance, ensuring alignment with quality, ethical, and sustainability standards.
• Negotiate contracts with growers and vendors to optimise costs and secure supply.

Technical Director Fresh Produce 4. Research & Development

• Lead the development of new fresh produce varieties and packaging solutions to meet market demands.
• Collaborate with agronomists and growers to improve yields, pest resistance, and product longevity.
• Stay abreast of technological advancements and implement relevant innovations in production and supply.

5. Team Management

• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary technical team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Set clear KPIs and performance targets, driving accountability across the department.
• Build technical capability through training and development initiatives.

6. Customer & Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with commercial teams to understand customer requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Build relationships with key clients, retailers, and distributors, addressing any technical inquiries.
• Represent the company at industry events and forums to maintain a strong technical presence.