Job Description

Head of Technical

Location:

MM Flowers, Pierson Road, Alconbury Weald, Huntingdon, PE28 4YA

Contract:

Full-time | 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary:

Competitive, based on experience

Pay Frequency:

Monthly

Shape the future of technical excellence at MM Flowers.

We're looking for an experienced and strategic

Head of Technical

to lead in our technical function at MM Flowers - one of the UK's leading suppliers of fresh-cut flowers to major retailers.

In this pivotal role, you'll drive the quality, compliance, and innovation agenda across our operations, lead and develop a high-performing technical team, and strengthen our customer partnerships through clear, data-led leadership. You'll be a key influencer across the business and play a critical role in our growth and technical reputation in the industry.

What You'll Be Doing:

Leading, coaching, and managing the technical team (including technologists and coordinators) Acting as technical account manager for major customers and building strong external relationships Overseeing compliance with all relevant safety, legal, and customer standards (HACCP, QMS, etc.) Championing continuous improvement and innovation in product quality and technical standards Providing data-led insights and reports to operational and senior leadership teams Supporting and contributing to the wider business strategy and cross-functional collaboration Representing MM Flowers as a technical leader both internally and within the industry
What We're Looking For:

Extensive experience in a senior technical role within cut flowers, food, or manufacturing Strong knowledge of HACCP principles, legal compliance, and customer requirements Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills A strategic thinker with the ability to drive continuous improvement Proven track record of building and managing high-performing teams Commercial awareness and an ability to align technical strategy with business goals
What We Offer:

Competitive salary based on experience Monthly pay 33 days holiday Private medical insurance Life assurance (up to 4x salary) Salary sacrifice pension (matched up to 7.5%) Reward and recognition programmes Career progression and development opportunities Free onsite parking State-of-the-art working environment Employee Assistance Programme via Grocery Aid Recommend a Friend bonus (250)
This is a unique opportunity to lead technical strategy in a growing, fast-paced and innovative business that supplies some of the UK's biggest retailers.

If you're ready to lead with purpose and passion, apply today.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Performance bonus
Benefits:

Canteen Casual dress Company events Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme Sick pay
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Head of Technical