Technical Compliance Manager

Location: Maidstone, Kent
Salary: £40k - £48k
Hours: Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm

Our client is a market leader in the sourcing, production, and distribution of fresh produce to some of the UK's biggest retailers. Their success is built on strong values, responsible operations, and a commitment to developing exceptional people.

We're now looking for a driven Technical Compliance Manager to join the Group Responsible Sourcing team. This is a key role where you'll take ownership of compliance across diverse product categories, suppliers, and regions-helping to maintain the highest standards in food safety, ethical due diligence, and environmental responsibility.

If you thrive in a fast-paced technical environment, enjoy leading teams, and want to make a meaningful impact across supply chains, this role is for you.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Technical Compliance Manager, you will:

Lead & Develop the Compliance Function

Manage and mentor the Technical Compliance team
Set priorities, ensure high performance, and drive continuous improvementOwn Supplier Due Diligence & Approval

Oversee supplier due diligence, onboarding, and approval
Ensure accurate, timely data across internal systems and customer platforms
Undertake supplier risk assessments and monitor compliance throughout supply periodsEnsure Robust Testing & Surveillance

Oversee chemical surveillance testing for supplier arrivals
Direct recall and traceability exercises to validate compliance systemsChampion Standards & Best Practice

Maintain accurate approved supplier lists
Develop and embed compliance procedures and internal guidance
Provide clear compliance and sustainability KPI reporting to stakeholdersCollaborate Across the Business

Work closely with Technical, Procurement, and Commercial teams
Support customer audits and lead quarterly HACCP reviewsWhat You'll Bring

Experience within fresh produce (ideal but not essential)
Strong leadership skills with proven team management experience
Degree in Food Science, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, or similar
Excellent knowledge of Excel, Power BI, and PowerPoint
High attention to detail and strong organisational/project management skills
Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively at all levels
A proactive, deadline-focused approach and commitment to high standardsWhy Apply?

Be part of a business that champions responsible sourcing
Work alongside passionate teams across technical, commercial and procurement
Influence compliance and sustainability across the global supply chain
Enjoy a role with variety, impact, and leadership opportunityIf you're ready to make a difference and help shape the future of responsible sourcing in fresh produce, apply today