Josh Ozdemir

Location: London
Overview: This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced New Food Development Manager to join a leading food manufacturer with a strong reputation for quality, innovation and premium food products. In this Maternity Contract, you will be working closely with the Head of Food, you'll lead the development and launch of new and redeveloped food products, driving projects from concept through to launch and post-launch review.

About you…

• Proven experience managing food development teams within food manufacturing.
• As NFD Manager, you will possess demonstratable experience in Process Management.
• Strong experience delivering NPD and/or EPD programmes.
• Experience within grocery, chilled food or ready meals would be highly advantageous.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance quality, innovation and margin targets.
• Passionate about food with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

What will you be doing?

• Lead all New Food Development projects from concept through to launch and 26-week post launch review.
• Manage critical paths, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to specification.
• As NFD Manager, you will brief and direct chefs, technologists and process teams to achieve development objectives.
• Source and approve new raw materials, ensuring quality standards are established from the outset.
• Cost all development projects to meet agreed margin and commercial targets.
• Lead factory trials, process validation, shelf-life testing and due diligence activities.
• Deliver accurate trial reports, recommendations and project updates to stakeholders.

So, what can they offer you?
A fantastic opportunity to take ownership of high-profile food development projects within a business that is passionate about food innovation and quality. You'll play a key role in shaping future product ranges while leading a talented team in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

We are seeking applications from talented NPD Managers, NFD Managers, Food Development Managers, Process Managers, Senior NPD Technologists, Development Managers, Innovation Managers and Product Development Managers based within London, Watford, St Albans, Enfield, Hemel Hempstead, Slough, Reading, Croydon, Dartford, Chelmsford and surrounding areas.

How to apply?
If you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting reference JO/TNT/3113 or call 0161 399 1575 / 07830 944145 for a confidential discussion.

True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.

We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.
 

Location: Oxfordshire
Overview: This is your chance as QA Manager to join a well-established food manufacturing business that continues to invest in quality, innovation and operational excellence. Supplying major retailers and foodservice customers, this company is recognised for its commitment to high standards and continuous improvement across the site.

About you…

• As QA Manager you will work closely with the Head of Technical leading QA’s within the technical department.
• Relevant experience within Food Manufacturing
• Experience managing QMS, Retailer standards and codes of practice
• Track record of managing audits (internal, external and third-party)
• Food safety level 3, HACCP Level 3 minimum

What will you be doing?

• Lead and manage the QA function, ensuring food safety, legality and quality standards are always met.
• As Quality Assurance Manager, you will maintain and develop the site Quality Management System.
• Oversee the preparation and hosting of customer, BRCGS and regulatory audits.
• Support departments with quality guidance and process improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement and food safety initiatives across the site using data, trend analysis and root-cause investigation.
• Coach and develop the QA team to support a culture of excellence.

So, what can they offer you?
A progressive food manufacturer offering the opportunity to influence site standards and take a leading role in shaping quality strategy. You’ll work with a collaborative team in a business committed to high performance and ongoing investment.

We are seeking applications from talented QA Managers, Quality Managers, Quality Assurance Managers, Technical Managers, Senior QAs and Technical Supervisors based within Oxford, Didcot, Buckingham, Bicester, Banbury, Bedford, Swindon, Witney, Milton Keynes and surrounding areas.

How to Apply
If you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting re JO/TNT/3034 or call 0161 399 1575 / 07830 944145 for a confidential discussion.

True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.

We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.
 

Location: West Midlands
Overview: We are recruiting an experienced and driven Quality Assurance Manager to join a leading food manufacturing business based in the Midlands. Reporting to the Head of Technical, this role is responsible for leading the Site Quality function and ensuring the highest standards of food safety, legality, quality, authenticity, and compliance across the manufacturing operation.

The successful candidate will manage and develop a multidisciplinary QA team across a fast-paced production environment, ensuring compliance with customer standards, BRCGS requirements, HACCP systems, and UK food legislation. This role plays a key part in driving a positive food safety and quality culture throughout the site while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence.
This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate quality professional who thrives in a high-care food manufacturing environment and is committed to developing teams, driving standards, and delivering customer confidence.

About you…
• Degree qualified in Food Science or a related discipline, with proven experience within a mid to senior-level Technical or QA role.
• Previous experience within a fast paced food manufacturing environment, ideally within high care, or high-risk categories.
• Strong working knowledge of BRCGS standards, retailer Codes of Practice, HACCP, GMP, and food safety legislation.
• Food Safety Level 4, HACCP Level 3, and Internal Auditing qualified.
• Experienced in supporting and leading retailer, customer, and third-party audits, including effective corrective action management.
• Strong understanding of microbiology, environmental monitoring, allergen management, and quality systems.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and develop high-performing QA teams.
• Strong communication and influencing skills with the ability to build relationships across all departments.

What will you be doing?
• Leading and developing the Site QA team to ensure high performance, compliance, and continuous improvement across the factory.
• Driving the site food safety and quality culture programme, promoting accountability, GMP standards, and compliance across all departments.
• Supporting the maintenance and continuous improvement of site Quality Management Systems, policies, procedures, and HACCP requirements.
• Supporting customer, retailer, and third-party audits while driving effective corrective and preventative actions.
• Working closely with Technical and Operations teams to investigate non-conformances and implement robust processes.
• Monitoring and improving quality KPIs, audit standards, GMP compliance, and customer expectations across the site.

So, what can they offer you?
An opportunity to join a well established and growing food manufacturing business where food safety, quality, integrity, and continuous improvement are at the centre of everything they do.

You’ll be part of a supportive and forward thinking Technical leadership team with the opportunity to influence site standards, strengthen food safety culture, and develop your leadership capability within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role offers the chance to make a real impact by driving quality excellence, developing people, and supporting the delivery of safe, legal, and high-quality products to customers.

We are keen to speak with experienced Quality Assurance Managers, QA Managers, Assistant Technical Managers, Quality Systems Managers, Technical Managers, or Senior QA professionals from the food manufacturing sector who live within Burton-on-Trent, Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Birmingham, Stoke-on-Trent, Tamworth, Stafford, Lichfield or surrounding areas.

How to Apply
If you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting re JO/TNT/2746 or call 0161 399 1575 / 07830 944145 for a confidential discussion.

True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.

We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.
 

Location: Manchester
Overview: We are recruiting an experienced and commercially driven NPD Category Lead to join a leading food manufacturing business based in Manchester. This role is responsible for leading and delivering the category innovation pipeline, ensuring the successful development and launch of high-quality, commercially viable food products that align with customer expectations and business growth objectives.

The successful candidate will take ownership of category strategy and pipeline delivery, working cross functionally with Technical, Operations, Commercial, Procurement, and Process teams to deliver products from concept through to launch. This is a highly customer facing role requiring strong leadership, commercial awareness and a passion for food excellence, innovation and continuous improvement.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious NPD professional who thrives in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment and enjoys leading teams, influencing stakeholders and driving innovation at pace.

About you…
• Strong experience delivering end to end product development within a food manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience managing retailer or customer-facing development projects and customer expectations.
• Commercially aware with strong understanding of costings, margins, category performance and business growth objectives.
• Proven ability to lead multiple projects and priorities within a fast paced environment.
• Strong understanding of factory processes, scalability, operational constraints and factory ready product development.
• Passionate about food quality, innovation and delivering products that exceed customer expectations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence customers and internal stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of market trends, competitor activity and customer requirements within the food sector.

What will you be doing?
• Owning and managing the category innovation pipeline aligned to customer and business strategy.
• Driving delivery of commercially viable products from concept through to launch, ensuring alignment to customer expectations and commercial targets.
• Prioritising development activity and resources to focus on the most commercially valuable opportunities.
• Monitoring pipeline progress, launch performance, project risks and delivery timelines to ensure successful execution.
• Acting as the key NPD and Innovation contact for customers within the category.
• Leading customer presentations, innovation sessions and development meetings to strengthen customer relationships and position the business as a trusted development partner.
• Championing food quality, taste, and product excellence across the category, ensuring products are benchmarked against market-leading standards.
• Driving creativity and innovation while balancing commercial delivery, operational feasibility and customer requirements.

So, what can they offer you?
An opportunity to join a forward-thinking and growing food manufacturing business where innovation, food quality, collaboration and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything they do.

You’ll become part of a dynamic and supportive team with the opportunity to lead category innovation, influence customer strategy and develop commercially successful products within a fast-paced environment. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact by driving product excellence, developing high-performing teams and contributing to business growth through innovation and customer partnership.

We are keen to speak with experienced NPD Category Leads, Senior NPD Managers, Innovation Managers, Product Development Managers, Senior Development Technologists, Category Development Managers or Senior NPD professionals from the food manufacturing sector who live within Manchester, Salford, Bolton, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport, Warrington, Wigan, Preston, Leeds, Liverpool or surrounding areas.

How to Apply
If you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting re JO/TNT/2716 or call 0161 399 1575 / 07830 944145 for a confidential discussion.

True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.

We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.
 

Location: West Midlands
Overview: We are recruiting an experienced and strategic Technical Manager to join a leading food manufacturing business in the Midlands. Reporting to the Head of Technical, this is a senior leadership role responsible for driving food safety, quality, legality, authenticity, compliance and hygiene standards across the site.
This role will lead the Technical, Quality, Compliance, and Hygiene functions, ensuring all products are manufactured to the highest standards while maintaining customer confidence and protecting brand integrity. The successful candidate will play a critical role in developing and enhancing the site Food Safety & Quality Management Systems, leading audits, managing customer relationships and embedding a strong food safety culture across the operation.
This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and influential technical leader who thrives in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment and is committed to continuous improvement, operational excellence and people development.

About you…
• Degree qualified in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, or a related discipline.
• Proven senior technical management experience within a food manufacturing environment.
• HACCP Level 4 and Food Safety Level 4 qualified.
• Strong knowledge of BRCGS, HACCP, VACCP, TACCP, retailer standards, and UK food legislation.
• Experienced in leading customer, retailer and third-party audits within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of allergen management, specifications, GMP, hygiene and quality systems.
• Confident leader with the ability to influence, coach and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build strong customer relationships.

What will you be doing?
• Developing and executing the site Technical strategy aligned with business and customer requirements.
• Leading the Technical, Quality, Compliance, Specifications and Hygiene teams across the manufacturing operation.
• Managing and maintaining the Food Safety & Quality Management System to ensure audit readiness at all times.
• Overseeing HACCP, VACCP, TACCP, allergen management and food safety systems to ensure compliance and best practice.
• Leading customer audits, third-party accreditations, technical visits and regulatory inspections including BRCGS and retailer audits.
• Acting as the primary technical contact for customers, foodservice partners, Environmental Health Officers and Trading Standards.
• Leading investigations into complaints, non-conformances, contamination issues and food safety incidents using robust root cause analysis.

So, what can they offer you?
An opportunity to join a well-established and growing food manufacturing business where quality, innovation, food safety and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything they do.
You’ll become a key member of the senior leadership team with the opportunity to influence site strategy, lead technical excellence, and drive a strong food safety culture across the business. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact by developing high performing teams, strengthening customer relationships, and ensuring the delivery of safe, legal and high-quality products.
We are keen to speak with experienced Senior Technical Managers, Technical Managers, Quality Managers, or Site Technical Managers from the food manufacturing sector who live within Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Burton-on-Trent, Birmingham, Stoke-on-Trent, Tamworth, Lichfield, Stafford or surrounding areas.

How to Apply
If you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting re JO/TNT/2745. or call 0161 399 1575 / 07830 944145 for a confidential discussion.

True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.

We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.