Anderson Knight is currently recruiting a Raw Materials Technologist to join one of clients in their Manchester or Sheffield office. Key Responsibilities: * Raw Material Specifications: Create, review, and maintain up-to-date raw material specifications, ensuring compliance with industry standards and company requirements. * Supplier Management: Liaise with suppliers to verify ingredient quality, obtain technical documentation, and address any material-related queries. * Compliance Monitoring: Ensure all raw materials comply with regulatory requirements (e.g., food safety, allergens, sustainability certifications). * Quality Assurance: Work closely with the QA team to resolve non-conformance issues related to raw materials and contribute to supplier audits. * Stock Evaluation: Conduct regular inspections of raw materials in storage to ensure they meet quality benchmarks and are stored in optimal conditions. * Problem-Solving: Investigate and resolve raw material-related issues in collaboration with production, procurement, and R&D teams. * Data Management: Maintain accurate records of technical specifications, certification documents, and testing results for all raw materials. * Innovation Support: Provide support to the R&D team by sourcing and assessing new ingredients for product development. * Sustainability: Support company sustainability initiatives by evaluating supplier practices and recommending eco-friendly alternatives. About You: To excel in this role, you will need: * A degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field. * Proven experience in a raw materials, QA, or food manufacturing environment. * Strong understanding of food safety standards and regulatory compliance (e.g., HACCP) Please apply with your CV in full