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Technical Account Manager (Dairy)

Full time |40 hrs p.w.| Monday – Friday |On site, based in Buxton, Derbyshire (SK17 9RZ)  

Bradburys is a leading UK food business that provides quality cheese to consumers, sourced from regions of the United Kingdom and around the globe, and is highly regarded amongst the retail and foodservice customer base. The key to our success can be attributed to the winning combination of industry knowledge and experience over our 140-year history coupled with continuous innovation to meet future customer trends and demands.

Role Purpose

The Technical Account Manager serves as the primary technical liaison between the company and its customers, ensuring products, services, and technical solutions meet customer requirements and business objectives. The Technical Account Manager builds strong client relationships, provides technical expertise, manages product performance, and drives continuous improvement to enhance customer satisfaction and business growth. The role reports to the Head of Technical.

The Technical Account manager has these Qualifications & Experience

Degree in Food Science/Technology, Chemistry, Microbiology or Food Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline.

Proven experience in a customer-facing FSQM role.

Experience managing key accounts and technical customer relationships.

Knowledge of quality management systems and problem-solving methodologies.

Project management experience is advantageous.

Work authorisation:  Existing UK work authorisation is required/ Please note we do not hold a visa sponsorship licence thus there is no visa sponsorship available for this role

Benefits: 

Competitive salary  ;  33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) ;

Company pension  ; Cycle to work scheme ; Discounted Gym membership

Store discounts ; Full EAP system ;  Company staff shop ; Free on-site parking

The Technical Account Manager will be responsible for:

Customer Relationship Management Act as the main technical point of contact for assigned customer accounts.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with customer technical teams.

Conduct regular food quality and safety meetings with customers.

Manage customer expectations and communicate effectively on technical matters.

Food Safety & Quality Management (FSQM) Investigate and resolve food safety and quality issues related to products, processes, or services.

Coordinate cross-functional teams to address customer concerns and complaints.

Provide root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.

Ensure timely responses to customer technical enquiries.

Team Leadership & People Management

Good people management skills, with responsibility for engaging, coaching, developing, leading and driving performance of a team of three.

Product & Quality Management Support product trials, evaluations, and new product introductions.

Ensure compliance with customer specifications, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.

Write / review documentation, specifications and certificates.

Project Management Identify and mitigate food safety and quality management risks.

Lead customer-related technical projects from initiation through completion.

Track technical project milestones and communicate progress to key stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement Drive initiatives to enhance product quality, service levels, and operational efficiency.

Support implementation of best practices and process improvements.

Commercial Support Provide FSQM input during customer presentations, audits, and business reviews.

Support business development activities by demonstrating technical capabilities.

Compliance & Audits Lead and / or support in customer audits and site visits.

Ensure adherence to industry standards, regulatory requirements, company policies and customer codes of practise

Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, FSQM reports, and action plans.

The Technical Account Manager has these skills and competencies

Strong Food Safety & Quality Management knowledge and analytical skills.

Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Customer-focused with strong relationship-building abilities.

Problem-solving and root cause analysis expertise.

Project management and organisational skills.

Ability to work effectively across multiple departments.

Commercial awareness and business acumen.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Customer satisfaction scores.

Complaint resolution time and effectiveness.

On-time completion of customer projects.

Retention and growth of assigned accounts.

Reduction in recurring technical issues.

Successful completion of customer audits.

Packaging and Ingredients Buyer

Full time |40 hrs p.w.| Monday – Friday |On site, based in Buxton, Derbyshire (SK17 9RZ)
Bradburys is a leading UK food business that provides quality cheese to consumers, sourced from regions of the United Kingdom and around the globe, and is highly regarded amongst the retail and foodservice customer base. The key to our success can be attributed to the winning combination of industry knowledge and experience over our 140-year history coupled with continuous innovation to meet future customer trends and demands.

Packaging and Ingredients Buyer – Job Purpose
The Packaging and Ingredients Buyer is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing packaging materials and ingredients required for business operations. The role ensures that packaging supplies are obtained at the best quality, cost, and delivery terms while maintaining strong supplier relationships and supporting operational requirements. The role reports to the Head of Buying and the ideal buyer thrives in a fast-paced environment, uses initiative and a positive attitude to support the team and contribute to the continued success of the business.

Benefits:
Competitive salary ; 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) ; Company pension ; Cycle to work scheme ; Discounted Gym membership
Store discounts ; Full EAP system ; Company staff shop ; Free on-site parking

The Packaging and Ingredients Buyer will be responsible for/ but not limited to:

• Source and purchase packaging materials in line with company requirements.
• Negotiate prices, contracts, and delivery terms with suppliers.
• Evaluate supplier performance on quality, delivery, and cost.
• Work closely with production, warehouse, and quality teams to understand packaging needs.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and alternative packaging solutions.
• Ensure purchased materials meet company quality and compliance standards.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and supplier documentation.
• Resolve supplier issues, including quality concerns and delivery delays.
• Track market trends and pricing changes for packaging materials.

The successful Packaging and Ingredients Buyer will have the following skills & competencies:
• Experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain
• Knowledge of packaging materials and supplier management.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• A minimum of +2 years relevant ingredient and packaging buying experience.
• Education: Minimum of GCSE
• A relevant qualification is advantageous E.g. CIPS, a Business/ Supply Chain Degree.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP (Syspro)/purchasing systems.
• Work authorisation: Existing UK work authorisation is required/ Please note there is no visa sponsorship available for this role

Production Manager

Full time | Rotating shifts (06hr00 – 14hr00 / 14hr00 -22hr00) | Mon – Fri |Based in Buxton, Derbyshire (SK17 9RZ)

Bradburys is a leading UK food business that provides quality cheese to consumers, sourced from regions of the United Kingdom and around the globe, and is highly regarded amongst the retail and foodservice customer base. The key to our success can be attributed to the winning combination of industry knowledge and experience over our 140-year history coupled with continuous innovation to meet future customer trends and demands.

The purpose of the Production Manager is to organise, facilitate and lead manufacturing activities to ensure excellence within all activities concerning Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and People related disciplines. The position reports to the Operations Manager and manages teams of up to 35 production operatives. Our ideal person has strong management and leadership skills, is methodical and forward thinking.

The Production Manager will be responsible for:

Top 3 Priorities

Ensure a safe working environment for yourself and all personnel within the business, you will adopt, coach and lead all safety initiatives and address concerns with immediate resolutions.

Coach and develop business excellence to direct and immediate non-direct reports delivering value to customers, stakeholders and employees ensuring commitment to the principles whilst creating a supporting environment, you will foster teamwork and collaboration with accuracy in communication and alignment.

Monitor team and individual performance, develop new ways of working, drive the initiative and instil ownership to ensure a successful outcome

Additional Responsibilities

Key member of the Operations Management Team reporting into the Site Operations Manager. To comply with Health & Safety legislations in line with company policies.

To effectively manage day-to-day Factory operations & to ensure all manufacturing. performance KPIs are achieved in line with Company procedures.

Key interaction with all disciplines across site in conjunction with delivering factory performance.

To lead and support the site in strategic initiatives to move the business forward.Ensure health and safety is prioritised with relevant training and working with H & S.

Team ensuring any accidents and investigated promptly and appropriate actions taken.

Working with Warehouse and Logistics teams to ensure the customer needs are met.

Coach the effective handover of shifts to ensure tasks are completed efficiently.

Develop your direct reports in achieving excellence with leadership functionality at the heartbeat of everything we do.

Resolve people related problems, queries and conflicts in a fair, consistent and timely manner seeking support from your line manager and HR where appropriate.Proactively develop improved ways of working and implementing change.

Contribute to daily, weekly, monthly meetings concerning business needs and controls.

Ensure your people are trained and are competent in all associated activities, task and machine process based.

Areas of responsibility will be audit (internal & external) ready at all times with emphasis on people, process and the environment.

Regularly review the training matrix to identify Skills gaps and generate training plans to fill these gaps, there is always a succession and contingency plan in place.

Facilitate and coordinate the required training to personnel to ensure there are adequate contingencies in place to overcome shortfalls.

Conversant with business systems this is in relation to current and new operating systems.

Work collaboratively with the Sales and NPD departments to ensure smooth and accurate trial productions and first production runs raising any concerns or issues and solutions.

MBWA within High Care & Low Care areas.

Lead customer site visits involving the operations areas.

Assist with supplier site visits involving the operations areas.

Assist with any internal or external audits facilitating any involvement from employees or required paperwork.

Regularly review Cost controls and efficiencies for the operations and proactively looking for cost saving initiatives.
Investigate and supply correct data and information on variances to WIP & Labour recovery with corrective actions on negative to standard outcomes.

Liaise with the Agency to accurately inform them of agency staff plans, agency staffing issues and complete agency pay sheets in a timely manner

Working in conjunction to deliver on mandatory KPI’s timeously.

The Production Manager will have

Work authorisation: Existing UK work authorisation is required/ Please note there is no visa sponsorship available for this role
Experience of working within food manufacturing at First Line Manager level or above
Drive results in a fast-paced complex environment.
Knowledge and experience of driving improvement within various departments
Ability to coach and mentor people who manage people
Strong leader who leads by example
Excellent communication / engagement skills
Self-motivated and highly resilient
Financial / commercial awareness
Ability to make tough people decisions.
To have the ability to communicate at all levels of the business.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
The ability to prioritise and work effectively under pressure
IOSH – Certification in Occupational Safety & Health
HACCP Level 3
ILM Level 4

Benefits:  Competitive salary ; 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) Company pension; Full EAP system Cycle to work scheme ; Discounted Gym membership Store discounts; Company staff shop and Free on-site parking

Health and Safety Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

Lead by example and embed health, safety and environmental standards in every site decision and action.

Risk Management: Oversee the development, review and continuous improvement of risk assessments, safe systems of work (SSOW) and method statements for all production activities.

Accident and Incident Oversight: Ensure accidents, near-misses and safety concerns are fully investigated, root causes identified, and corrective and preventive actions implemented and documented.

Training and Competency: Ensure employees and line managers are trained in relevant safety procedures, including manual handling, emergency response, PPE use and hazard identification. Maintain the safety training matrix and address skills gaps.

Collaboration: Work with the Health & Safety Team, HR and external auditors to maintain and improve site standards and support cross-functional safety initiatives.

Performance Monitoring: Review safety performance through KPIs, audits, inspections and walkarounds (MBWA), identify trends and initiate improvements.

Site Safety Audits and Compliance: Lead or support internal and external audits and maintain readiness for regulatory or customer visits.

Leadership Accountability: Serve as the senior contact for operational health and safety escalations and remain accountable for a safe working environment across all departments and shifts.

Interested candidates who wish to apply are invited to apply by emailing their CV to Amanda on recruitment@bradburyscheese.co.uk

Packaging Scheduler

Full time |40 hrs p.w.| Mon – Fri |Based in Buxton, Derbyshire (SK17 9RZ)  

Bradburys is a leading UK food business that provides quality cheese to consumers, sourced from regions of the United Kingdom and around the globe, and is highly regarded amongst the retail and foodservice customer base. The key to our success can be attributed to the winning combination of industry knowledge and experience over our 140-year history coupled with continuous innovation to meet future customer trends and demands.

Bradburys are looking to recruit a Packaging Scheduler to join our Supply Chain Team.

The candidate:

We are looking for a detail orientated, proactive individual who can work within the Supply Chain team to help with the accurate and timely scheduling of packaging & ingredients to align with the Production plans. A candidate who is proactive and considered in their work, who has great communication skills and time management.

The successful Packaging Scheduler will be responsible for:

Key tasks

Use Bradburys ERP system Syspro to enter purchase orders.

Utilise current usage reports to identify purchasing requirements for the business.

Be the dedicated Supply Chain contact for specific customers, liaising with Bradburys colleagues and customer Supply Chain contacts.

Other responsibilities

Work with the Supply Chain Team to ensure availability of packaging & ingredients.

Liaise with suppliers and Procurement team to ensure timely receipt of materials.

Work alongside stock control team to ensure accurate stock holding.

Help to proactively identify and resolve Supply Chain issues related to packaging materials, taking corrective actions when necessary.

Maintain forecasts in the Bradburys ERP system Syspro for the customer(s) that you have been assigned to support.

Communicate effectively with contacts to make them aware of any shortages. Collaborate with wider Supply Chain team, providing cover when required.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Minimum 1+ years experience in a Supply Chain, Operations or Planning role in a similar food production site

A relevant Supply Chain Degree or Diploma (desirable)

Experience in FMCG business (desirable).

Able to work on their own for certain tasks but can also work effectively within a team.

Excel skills (beginner/ intermediate).

Further training in this area will be provided.

Good communication skills (written and verbal).

Manages time effectively.

Some commercial acumen and understanding of the importance of excellent customer service.

Works to a high level of accuracy.

Clear thinker with an ability to identify potential issues and respond effectively

Work authorisation:  Existing UK work authorisation is required/ Please note there is no visa sponsorship available for this role

Applications by CV to Amanda recruitment@bradburyscheese.co.uk

Full time |40 hrs p.w.| Mon – Fri |Based in Buxton, Derbyshire (SK17 9RZ)  

Bradburys is a leading UK food business that provides quality cheese to consumers, sourced from regions of the United Kingdom and around the globe, and is highly regarded amongst the retail and foodservice customer base. The key to our success can be attributed to the winning combination of industry knowledge and experience over our 140-year history coupled with continuous innovation to meet future customer trends and demands.

Our Food Packaging Technologist bridges the gap between science, design, and manufacturing. The primary objective is to deliver packaging that protects food quality, ensures safety, meets regulatory standards, optimizes shelf-life, and minimizes cost and environmental impact.

The successful Food Packaging Technologist will be responsible for:

• Build relationships with internal teams and packaging suppliers.
• Work with NPD to develop and trial new packaging formats.
• Support production and engineering to ensure smooth manufacture and resolve issues.
• Support internal teams to optimise process flow.
• Improve packaging performance, commercial value and waste reduction with suppliers.
• Drive sustainability by improving recyclability and reducing packaging waste.
• Own packaging data to ensure material compliance.
• Maintain packaging specifications, certificates and supplier approvals.
• Trial new materials from concept to launch.
• Own cutter guide maintenance and sign-off.

Core Technical Responsibilities

• Select materials with the right barriers to protect shelf life.
• Design MAP structures to maintain gas blends for fresh foods.
• Ensure food-contact compliance and manage migration testing.
• Test packaging robustness through drop, vibration and compression trials.
• Set sealing parameters for high-speed automated lines.

Operational & Cross-Functional Impact

• Improve line efficiency by ensuring packaging runs smoothly.
• Write specifications to support alternative sourcing.
• Work with NPD and marketing to industrialise new pack concepts.
• Reduce packaging impact through lighter, recyclable and recycled materials.

Core Technical Levers

• Material Down-Gauging: Reduce film or tray weight to cut cost and tax.
• Mono-Material Shifts: Move to recyclable mono-PE or mono-PP materials.
• Pack Rightsizing: Reduce excess pack space to improve pallet density and freight cost.
• PCR Integration: Use recycled content in suitable non-food-contact layers.
• Component Removal: Remove unnecessary components through smarter pack design.

Factory & Logistics Efficiency

• Pallet Optimization: Maximise pallet patterns to reduce freight and carbon impact.
• Format Standardization: Standardise pack sizes to reduce SKUs and improve buying power.
• Line Yield Improvement: Optimise sealing to reduce waste and improve material yield.

Benefits: 

• Competitive salary ; 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays)

• Company pension; Full EAP system

• Cycle to work scheme ; Discounted Gym membership

• Store discounts;  Company staff shop and Free on-site parking

The successful Food Packaging Technologist will have:

• Work authorisation: Existing UK work authorisation is required/ Please note there is no visa sponsorship available for this role
• A minimum of +2 years relevant experience.
• Education: a minimum of GCSE
• Preferably a relevant tertiary qualification e.g. Packaging Technology Diploma
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present confidently and persuasively.
• Organised with great time management skills and a common sense approach
• Self-motivation, Team working and Flexible and adaptable working practices
• Problem solving ability & Proactive can do attitude
• IT Skills – Excel, PowerPoint, Word

Interested candidates who wish to apply are invited to apply by emailing their CV to Amanda on recruitment@bradburyscheese.co.uk

Office based|Buxton, Derbyshire (SK17 9RZ)|Full time|40 hrs p.w.| Mon – Fri

Bradburys is a leading UK food business that provides quality cheese, sourced from regions of the United Kingdom and globe. Our success is based on the winning combination of industry knowledge, 140-years experience and continuous innovation to meet customer needs. Our hiring motto is “have the right person in the right job”.

Vacancy – Food Technologist  

Our Technical team is growing, and we are looking for a Food Technologist to join us. The successful candidate will work closely with the Technical and Quality teams to deliver accurate information and documentation for customers, liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support specifications, processes and customer-facing requirements. The role will also provide exposure to different areas of the Technical team, helping the successful candidate develop the skills and knowledge required to succeed.

Summary  

Work authorisation:  Existing UK work authorisation is required/ Please note there is no visa sponsorship available for this role

Type:  Full-Time, 40 hours per week

Pattern:  Monday – Friday

Location:  Onsite in Buxton (SK17 9RZ).

Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Start date: As soon as possible

Deadline: Apply early, as this vacancy will close once a suitable candidate is found

Benefits: 

Competitive salary

33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays)

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted Gym membership

Store discounts

Full EAP system

Company staff shop

Free on-site parking

The role: Key responsibilities: 

Customer specifications and compliance 

Produce and maintain key retail and foodservice customer specifications for both new and existing products, using customer web-based or paper systems.

Ensure specifications meet customer technical standards, legal requirements and current legislation for food handling and packing.

Keep the business informed of customer policy and procedural changes, and support their effective implementation.

Quality management and reporting 

Support the Quality Department with the management of the QMS and BRC certification requirements.

Prepare monthly technical reports in line with customer requirements.

Manage raw material and packaging supplier specifications in line with company QMS requirements.

New product development and site standards 

Facilitate and coordinate the company’s new product development process, including managing new line forms from a technical perspective.

Support high standards of hygiene, housekeeping, and health and safety across relevant work areas.

Ensure relevant paperwork and administration are completed accurately and to the required standard.

The Candidate 

Qualifications and technical background 

Hold a food focused qualification e.g. Food Technology, Food Science, Food Engineering, Nutrition, Chemistry etc

Knowledge of food safety standards, Food Safety Level 3 (minimum), HACCP Level 3 (minimum) and Allergen management.

Understanding of ingredients, shelf life, preservation.

Work with laboratory equipment e.g. pH testing, microbiology basics etc

Experience and industry awareness 

Food manufacturing, quality assurance (QA), production environments, compliance, new product development environment.

Relevant previous roles may include Graduate Food Technologist, QA Technician, Quality Assistant, NPD Assistant, Food Safety Assistant or Compliance Assistant.

Experience in catering, hospitality or retail food environments (suitable at junior level).

Skills and working style 

Strong verbal, numerical and data interpretation skills, with the ability to use information to make sound decisions.

Excellent attention to detail, IT capability, organisation and documentation skills.

Able to manage multiple tasks effectively, work to targets and timescales, and remain focused under pressure.

Self-motivated and proactive, with strong problem-solving skills and the confidence to take responsibility for decisions and actions.

Good communication and customer-facing skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal teams, suppliers and customers.

Positive, tenacious and improvement-focused, with enthusiasm for delivering high standards.

Additional knowledge (advantageous) 

BRCGS standards (food safety certification).

UK and EU food labelling laws and compliance.

Candidates who meet the requirements and wish to apply are invited to send their email to recruitment@bradburyscheese.co.uk