Lead Technologist

Job description

About the team Our Technical & Ethical team is central to delivering safe, high‑quality and legally compliant Hardline Homeware products for our customers. Working at the heart of General Merchandise, the team partners closely with Buying, Design, Sourcing, Sustainability and Supply Chain to bring innovative, commercially viable products to market. With a strong focus on customer experience, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement, the team plays a key role in protecting brand reputation while driving quality and value. More about the role: As a Lead Technologist within Hardline Homeware, you will be responsible for the technical delivery of product categories from concept through to launch and post‑sale performance. You will ensure all products meet required safety, quality and legal standards, managing technical risk, due diligence and approvals in line with the critical path. You will work closely with suppliers, global technical teams, sourcing and commercial stakeholders to support new product development, range reviews and category technical strategy. In addition, you will provide leadership and direction to a small team of Technologists and / or Assistant Technologi...