An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Auditing Manager / Supplier Auditor to join a successful Fresh Produce supplier, who are at the forefront of their product categories within the industry.
The Auditing Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient supply of fresh produce to key retail customers. The role involves traveling to various countries, primarily in Europe and North Africa, to work closely with fresh produce growers, build relationships, and ensure compliance with customer quality standards, focusing on food safety.
Key responsibilities include:
* Conducting fresh produce audits and managing audit documentation
* Overseeing and assisting with packing at source to ensure quality at the beginning and end of seasons
* Communicating regularly with the UK-based Technical Team regarding growing, packing, loading plans, and weather conditions
* Planning, coordinating, and conducting supplier audits worldwide, including food safety, ethical, and environmental standards
* Auditing against major retailer and company standards (e.g., Tesco, M&S, JS)
* Maintaining live global audit schedules and ensuring timely reporting of results
Requirements:
* Proven experience in conducting food safety and ethical compliance audits within the fresh produce supply chain
* Knowledge of international and UK-specific food safety, integrity, and human rights standards
* Analytical skills with the ability to perform root cause analysis and implement sustainable improvements (e.g., TMPS, TFS, Select Farm, Ethical audits)
* Lead Auditor qualification
* Confidence and knowledge in:
o Field to Fork Auditing
o Root cause analysis
o Global Gap standards
o HACCP
o Human Rights and Ethical standards
Location: Europe or North Africa. Travel will be required.
Salary: Competitive
The successful candidate will receive a permanent contract but must operate as a self-employed individual, invoicing the client monthly in the UK. Business equipment will be provided, along with a travel card and mileage reimbursement for business use of a personal vehicle.
Please submit your applications and CVs in English. Thank you.
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