Technical Manager - Food Manufacturing North Manchester £65-£70k plus package If you are a hands-on, relationship-driven Technical Manager who wants to lead a site agenda, shape long-term strategy, and have a real voice at the senior table, this role is worth a look. We are working with an established food manufacturer supplying the retailers and other customers. They have a long-standing relationships in the industry, but what really sets them apart is their workplace culture. Having placed candidates with them before, the feedback is always the same: it is a highly collaborative, supportive, and down-to-earth environment where leadership is approachable and people are genuinely developed. Why this role is different Senior Leadership influence: As site Technical Manager, you will join the Senior Leadership Team, actively influencing business decisions and driving the site's improvement roadmap. True autonomy: You will have the freedom to own the technical and food safety agenda while acting as the primary partner for major retail customers. A healthy culture: The business moves away from blame cultures, focusing instead on teamwork, openness, and long-term career stability.Key responsibilities: Team leadership: Lead, mentor, and upskill a high-performing site technical team. Audit ownership: Take full accountability for BRCGS and major retailer audits, maintaining the highest possible standards. Customer partnership: Build trusted, credible relationships with retail clients, representing the business during site visits and reviews. Continuous improvement: Evolve existing HACCP and QMS systems to support future commercial growth and operational standards.What you will need: Food industry tracking record: Proven experience as a Technical Manager within food manufacturing. Retailer exposure: Direct experience managing relationships and compliance standards for major UK supermarkets. Audit success: A strong history of leading successful BRC and customer audits. Communication skills: The ability to influence people across operations, commercial teams, and external clients. Leadership style: A collaborative, coaching-led approach combined with a practical, common-sense attitude.Next steps If you're looking for a role where your input is tangible and the team are down to earth and operate as 'one team', this is a good opportunity to explore further. Please send your CV to Sarah at Novus Recruitment for a confidential discussion about the position