Quality Supervisor (Supplier)

Our client who is a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix solutions is seeking a Supplier Quality Supervisor for their office in Kent. They are seeking a motivated Supplier Quality Supervisor to lead supplier approval processes for the Food Premix & Sports Nutrition Business. To design, implement and monitor RM analytical monitoring and supplier monitoring audits with the Quality department. Lead Halal and Kosher audits and additional requirements. Lead customer change management notifications relating to ingredients and suppliers. Act as the reporting line to Supplier Quality Technologists and Raw Material Samplers. The main duties for the role will be:

• Coordinate and lead different phases of the approval process including documentation, RM assessments, organizing external testing, risk assessments, audit recommendations and approval
• Design, implement and monitor purchasing specification for new RM & update existing ones where appropriate
• Perform annual risk assessment for RM and lead RM analytical monitoring and Supplier monitoring audits with the Quality Department
• Manage site and raw material Halal and Kosher status
• Provide training where required on topics relating to approvals and monitoring.
• Collection, review and filing of documentation from suppliers during approval process
• Compile summary reports for audits and customer requests on RM and suppliers
• Manage customers notifications & approval process with customers
• Perform annual risk assessment on suppliers and 3rd party contractors
• Lead Kosher and Halal certification for the UK site
• Support Continuous Improvement program initiatives
• Support the completion customer questionnaires for matters related to RM
• Support project work relating to RM legislative changes
• Provide support to HACCP & TACCP Team
• Manage Supplier Quality Technologist, Raw Material Sampler and any other supporting role.
• Report and escalate matters to Quality & Food Safety Manager
• Liaise with the regulatory team to carry out regulatory checks.
• Ensure GB and EU compliance.
• Raise issue with suppliers.
• Investigate OOS results

The successful candidate must have a great understanding of Quality requirements and standard in the Food industry (FSSC (or other GFSI), HACCP, VACCP). At least 4 years experience within a Quality, Technical or R&D role within the Food industry. Great attention to detail and have excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent opportunity to work for a very sought after company.