Technical Manager

An exciting and unique opportunity for a Technical Manager to join a fast-growing business, taking on a lead role in the development and delivery of multiple new products for the FMCG and Retail sectors.

Technical Manager

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 p/a + bonus and benefits

Location: Barnsley

A rapidly growing developer of household cleaning solutions is looking to recruit a new Technical Manager, focused on Product and Innovation, to provide strategic direction across all technical, product development, and regulatory activities. This pivotal role is designed for someone who thrives on driving product performance, shaping market-leading solutions, and fostering collaborative relationships with suppliers and key customers. You'll be at the forefront of new product development, ensuring that every innovation aligns with business growth objectives while maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance. The organisation offers a supportive environment where your expertise will directly influence the broader business agenda, giving you the opportunity to make a tangible impact on both products and people. The role is offering a competitive salary range of £55,000 - £65,000 p/a plus bonus and other benefits, working onsite with a dedicated team at their facility near Barnsley.

What you'll do:

As Technical Manager, you'll play an instrumental role in shaping the company's technical vision and orchestrating the entire lifecycle of new product development-from initial concept through rigorous testing to successful market launch, while collaborating closely with marketing teams to ensure consumer needs are heard and met. You'll be supported with the development of regulatory compliance strategies that keep products ahead of industry standards, manage intellectual property protection efforts alongside legal partners, and set clear performance objectives for your technical team. By cultivating strong supplier relationships and monitoring emerging technologies and regulatory changes, you'll anticipate risks and seize opportunities that drive competitive advantage. Your commitment to quality will shine as you approve supplier evaluation frameworks, review competitor trends for future roadmaps, champion corrective actions for significant issues, and direct technical service responses. Ultimately, your success in this role will be measured by your ability to foster collaboration across departments while delivering category-leading products that exceed expectations.

What you bring:

• Degree qualified in a relevant scientific discipline, or with at least three years' experience in chemical formulation categories (FMC, chemical or HI&I).
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing technical operations within an innovation-driven environment.
• Exceptional ability to translate complex technical capabilities into clear commercial advantages that benefit both the business and its customers.
• Highly organised approach with proven capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously under pressure without compromising on quality or deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills enabling you to present ideas clearly across all levels of the organisation as well as externally.
• Strong influencing skills combined with the ability to operate effectively at senior leadership level within cross-functional teams.
• Track record of building high-performing teams through thoughtful mentorship, skills development pathways, and setting clear performance objectives.
• Strategic thinker who brings excellent analytical abilities along with creative problem-solving skills tailored for fast-evolving markets.
• Experience overseeing intellectual property protection strategies in partnership with legal advisors is highly desirable.
• Ability to take full ownership of projects from conception through completion while nurturing positive relationships with suppliers and industry bodies.

What sets this company apart:

The company's inclusive culture fosters genuine collaboration between departments so that every voice is heard when shaping new products or processes. Here you'll find supportive leadership dedicated not just to business results but also individual growth, making it an ideal place for those who value teamwork as much as achievement. With impressive year-on-year growth results and ambitious financial and physical growth targets for the future, this is a fantastic time to join a small but rapidly-expanding business.

What's next:

If you're interested in the position and want to explore the opportunity further, please apply using the link provided.

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