Overview
Join Keelings! You will be part of a passionate team of people and a growing business. At Keelings, we don't just grow quality fresh produce, we also nurture people and their professional development. We are currently hiring an Assistant Technical Manager- Source to join our retail division.
Our strategic priorities include Better Food, People, Better Ways, Better World, Partnerships and Growth. We value People, Teamwork, Integrity and a Passion for Achievement. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where all can feel a sense of belonging.
Reasonable accommodation is available in submitting your application or during the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please contact recruitment_keelings@keelings.com.
Key Responsibilities
* Category manage all aspects of product quality, safety and legality from the supplier base to the customer.
* Collaborate with other departments on all aspects of food quality, legality and safety within the category through training and information sharing, and maintain technical management systems (e.g., SEDEX, ETI, retailer websites).
* Ensure the business is compliant on ethical and environmental issues.
* Supplier Management: develop strong relationships with suppliers and growers; conduct supplier risk assessments, audits, and manage supplier KPIs; ensure robust systems for product quality, safety and legality; maintain supplier/grower due diligence to meet customer and legal requirements; report non-conformance issues and coordinate supplier improvement plans; drive sustainability within the supply base.
* Internal Collaboration & Systems: liaise with internal departments to ensure best practices in quality and compliance; contribute to training and information-sharing initiatives; maintain technical data and systems (SEDEX, ETI, retailer platforms).
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
* Customer QSL
* Supplier QSL
* Reduction in Net Waste
Key Skills & Knowledge
* Positive attitude and eagerness to learn
* Strong team player and effective communicator
* Proactive, flexible, and adaptable
* Strong IT skills (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
* Excellent planning and organisational abilities
* High standards of confidentiality and discretion
* Self-starter with good initiative
Education & Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree is highly desirable
Recruitment Process
* CV Submission & email acknowledgment of receipt
* Phone Screening
* Assessment Centre & a brief Interview
* 2nd Round Interview with a member of the Recruitment Team & Department Manager
* Outcome & Feedback
Inclusion & Diversity Statement
Keelings values diverse perspectives and is committed to forming a diverse and inclusive team where all can share their unique experiences. We welcome applications from all cultures and backgrounds and strive for an environment of inclusiveness and belonging.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries: Food and Beverage Services
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