Nutrition Compliance Manager - 9 / 12 Month Maternity cover contract

cross-functionally with procurement, culinary, and account management teams, you'll influence both internal strategy and supplier performance-helping to raise standards across the NHS food supply chain.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and deliver the nutrition and compliance strategy roadmap across short, medium, and long-term plansDrive compliance to Hospital Food Standards, Public Health targets, and wider government food standardsDevelop and embed performance frameworks, including supplier scorecards and compliance trackingPartner with category teams to influence supplier nutritional policies and identify opportunities for improvementEngage directly with NHS Trust stakeholders to audit, monitor and improve compliance performanceSupport and input into tenders and specifications to ensure nutritional and regulatory standards are metChampion initiatives such as plant-forward eating and wellbeing-focused food strategiesDeliver internal dietetic training and provide expert guidance across

procurement, culinary, and account management teamsRepresent the organisation externally through industry engagement, forums, and networking eventsDrive added-value opportunities that support both savings and revenue growth across key accountsAbout YouDegree-qualified in Nutrition or DieteticsRegistered Dietitian or Nutritionist (HCPC or UKVRN)Strong experience working in a nutrition, dietetic, or compliance-focused roleExcellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levelsExperience working across multiple teams and managing competing prioritiesConfident communicator with strong presentation and facilitation skillsPassionate about food, nutrition trends, and improving health outcomes at scaleCommercially aware, with an understanding of how to drive value through compliance and innovationFull UK driving licence and flexibility to travel across England when requiredWhy Join Foodbuy?This is more than just a role-it's an opportunity to make a meaningful impact
on public health at scale. You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team, working at the intersection of procurement, nutrition, and healthcare.If you're looking to take your career to the next level while influencing real change across the NHS, we'd love to hear from you.

Location: Home-based (with UK travel)Foodbuy Group are proud to play a critical role in delivering food procurement for the NHS. Since being awarded the contract in 2018, we've built a dedicated team focused on driving value, innovation, and improved outcomes across the public sector.As a leading food procurement organisation, we partner with suppliers and NHS Trusts to deliver sustainable savings, enhance service quality, and support the health and wellbeing of patients, staff, and visitors. This is a unique opportunity to join us on our journey to become the UK's number one third-party procurement provider.The RoleThis is a high-impact, strategic role where you'll lead the development and delivery of the nutrition compliance agenda across NHS Supply Chain: Food.You'll play a pivotal part in shaping how nutritional standards are implemented and monitored, ensuring NHS Trusts meet Hospital Food Standards while driving innovation, compliance, and improved health outcomes.Working