Supplier Technical Manager
Barfoots of BotleyChichester, England, United Kingdom
Posted October 21, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Our story began in 1976, when Peter Barfoot, a fifth-generation farmer, started growing a single crop in the unique microclimate of the Hampshire Basin. We are still a family-owned business, but we now sustainably grow, prepare and deliver exceptional fresh sweetcorn and speciality vegetables at farms and facilities around the world. We’ve pioneered the supply of many semi-exotic vegetables to the UK. Our customers include the major supermarkets and leading national restaurant chains. We strive to deliver new and exciting ways for consumers to enjoy vegetables that are produced as sustainably as possible. Our founder, Peter Barfoot, has been awarded a CBE for Services to Sustainable Farming and his philosophy remains at the heart of all we do “Look after the land like you are going to farm forever”.
Job Description
Barfoots is seeking a Skilled Supplier Technical Manager with expertise in Peruvian suppliers to maintain technical integrity and drive supplier development. This role involves liaising with Peruvian suppliers, conducting supplier audits, supporting customer needs, and driving improvements. The position requires strong communication and organizational skills and travel within the UK and overseas.
Requirements
- Spanish language skills (conversational level)
- Technical qualification degree level
- Previous experience in the fresh produce industry
- BASIS certificate in crop protection (desirable)
- FACTS qualification (desirable)
- Excellent communication skills
- Effective time management and multitasking abilities
- Understanding of food safety and quality systems
- Intermediate level microbiological and pesticides knowledge
Benefits
- Investors In People Silver Award status
- Company pension scheme
- Life Assurance
- 24/7 Online GP access
- Employee Assistance Program
- Benefits Platform
- Development opportunities
- Discounted leisure membership
- Discounted vegetable box scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free onsite parking
- Approved training centre for Highfield qualifications
- Rapidly growing company
- Committed to Sustainability
