About this role
In this role, you take the lead in ensuring that your designated suppliers across our group meet the highest standards in food safety, quality and regulatory compliance. You assess and improve their systems, organise audits, manage risks, and build strong relationships that support long-term excellence.
You take the lead in implementing and continuously improving the FSQMS for suppliers, ensuring compliance with both internal standards and external regulations You organise and perform supplier audits, assess risks and turn findings into targeted actions that strengthen supplier performance By monitoring KPI’s such as complaints, audit results and out-of-spec trends, you help drive continuous improvement across the supply base Together with Global brand marketing, Group R&D, Group procurement, Group FSQA and other stakeholders, you work towards aligned quality expectations and smooth integration of new developments Together with Group procurement and Group R&D, you asses new partners, ensuring the right level of contingency is considered to secure business continuity You support your designated suppliers through training and guidance, manage complaints, and ensure documentation and certifications are accurate and up to date You hold a Master’s degree in Food Technology or a related field, and bring in-depth expertise in food safety, HACCP and quality systems With at least 5 years of relevant experience, you’ve built a practical understanding of quality standards in a food production environment You have experience in leading supplier and/or internal audits Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, building and maintaining strong cross-functional relationships, flexibility and a dynamic approach are your key strengths You thrive in a production environment and get energized by travelling to our partners (20% travel) You communicate fluently in English