Job Title: Head of Technical – Food ManufacturingLocation:On-site (flexibility available after probation)Employment Type:Full-timeSalary:DOE (with bonus and benefits package)About the RoleWe're seeking an experiencedTechnical Managerto lead a dedicated technical and hygiene team within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This role is pivotal in driving food safety culture, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and supporting operational excellence across the site.You'll oversee all aspects of food safety, quality systems, and compliance while partnering closely with production, supply chain, and new product development teams. This is a leadership position for someone who thrives on accountability, continuous improvement, and team development.Package & BenefitsCompetitive salary (dependent on experience)25% SLT-level bonus based on agreed KPIsSick pay schemeEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP)Standard annual leave: 20 days (negotiable)Flexible working options: Potential for partial WFH post-probation (primarily on-site role)Bike-to-Work and Tax Saver schemesTeam Structure1x Product Manager1x Product Technologist1x Process Compliance & Hygiene Manager6x Hygiene Operators3x Shift Process Compliance Operatives1x Process Compliance Coordinator1x Systems TechnologistKey ResponsibilitiesLead and embed a strong food safety and quality culture across the business.Manage and develop the Technical Team, providing mentorship and clear direction.Ensure full compliance with food safety regulations and standards (e.g. BRCGS, DAFM).Oversee all internalal proficiencies of resources and procurement categoriesAssist in the creation of training materials leveraging a deep knowledge of contract terms and conditions, negotiation best practices and BMS Standard Operating ProceduresContribute to and assist in leading the end-to-end sourcing and contracting process in support of operations across multiple IT categoriesAct as an expert facilitator to fully manage and lead complex sourcing events from end-to-end (RFI/RFP): lead the preparation and solicitation of competitive bids, quotations and proposals; evaluate competitive offerings; assess supplier product and pricing information; conduct negotiations and communicate decision externallyAct as an expert facilitator to drive and manage the contract through the contract life cycle from fully understanding the complexities of the deal to choosing and preparing the correct template to drafting, negotiation and managing redlines through finalization, distribution, signatures and storageCoordinate closely with business stakeholders, procurement partners and subject matter experts such as legal and others (Cybersecurity / IT, Data Privacy, Quality, etc. as applicable) to incorporate feedback to ensure timely, compliant, and effective facilitation of contractsMaintain awareness of pre-contracting steps, including underlying BMS policies and procedures related to the contracts and the contracted activities within scopeAct as escalation point within Agile Sourcing team to provide guidance and answer questions on substantive sourcing and contracting related issuesPerformance Management & Continuous Improvement for Source to ContractIdentify trends for continuous improvement to improve operational effectiveness, standardization and process simplificationPartner and share best practices and learnings with Agile Sourcing team to ensure business needs are proactively met in an aligned, consistent and collaborative manner across functional areas and in a manner that is complaint with BMS Standard Operating Procedures and protocolsWork with procurement and legal to find ways to improve the contracting process, including recommending updates to contract templates, collecting fallback language and developing guidance for negotiationsParticipate in or lead continuous improvement initiatives within procurement to strengthen our contracting and sourcing outcomesQualifications & ExperienceB.S./B.A. SciencesMinimum of 5-7 years prior related experience, including relevant IT procurement, sourcing and contracting experience, including but not limited to familiarity with Master Services Agreements, SaaS Agreements and Software License Agreements and IT Services AgreementsExpertise in procurement process, agreement management, financial analysis, market analysis, supplier analysis, supplier diversity, supplier management, technology utilization, strategic planning and integrated supply chain experienceExpertise in contract construction, terms and conditions, with strong preference for working knowledge of facilitating, drafting and negotiating buy-side and other in-scope contracts in the pharma/biotech industryExcellent oral and written communication skills and diplomacy to convey information and influence others with a strong customer focusDemonstrates a high level of adaptability in dealing with ambiguous and complex work environment and balances multiples demands on role in a responsive and professional manner and proven ability to engage teams and inspire them to sustain high levels of performance in a constantly changing environmentStrong project management skills, demonstrated by a record of accomplishment of success leading projects and other problem-solving initiatives with cross functional teamsExperience with Contract Lifecycle Management technology (e.g., Icertis) to automate and streamline processesWhy you should applyYou will help patients in their fight against serious diseases You will be part of a company that encourages excellence and innovation, respects diversity, develops leaders and values its employees. You'll get a competitive applications and associated systemsRetain ownership of assigned cases until closure with end userBe the contact person for employees wide a range of questions related to Medtronic global, regional, and country HR policies and procedures and benefits, including social legislation and employment terms and conditions, HR systems and programsGenerate letters, correspondence, forms, and other HR related documentsLiaise with employees to explain company HR policies, benefits, and procedures via cases, phone, or live chatAssist with a wide variety of general administrative projects, providing technical Human and highly skilled clerical supportSupport employees and managers with queries related to our HR systems (Workday, Recognize System, Cornerstone)Actively contribute to our continuous improvement culture that gets everybody engaged every day in solving problems to improve the value we provide to our customers.Key Skills & ExperienceWorking Proficiency (verbally and in writing) in Dutch and EnglishRequires minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a front office facing Customer Service/Shared Service environment and/or administrative jobStrong communication skillsInterested to further develop within an international HR Shared Service environmentExperience in working with Workday and ServiceNow would be beneficialRigorous, precise, curious, follow-up capabilities with strong problem-solving skillsHighly flexible, able to handle multiple tasks and prioritiesMedtronic offer a competitive salary and flexible Benefits Package#IJA #INDJPhysical Job Requirements The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.Benefits & CompensationMedtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits PackageA commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).About MedtronicWe lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.