Position Summary :
The Supplier Quality Manager will oversee the design, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of External Operation systems across all company-owned and influenced manufacturing facilities worldwide. The role involves setting and enforcing standards, aligning global practices with regulatory and customer requirements, and promoting unified standards within the Supply Chain Organization.Position open to Spain, France, Turkey, and RomaniaOBJECTIVE OF THE POSITIONEstablish the strategy to ensure the implementation of the GB & BQ Supplier Management Standards.Define and liaise with BQ AOW & Countries on policies, programs, and procedures related to food quality and safety for Supplier Management.Support markets in establishing risk assessments and testing plans for incoming raw materials.Resolve global and local supplier complaints regarding quality, food safety, and regulatory issues.Support approval, development, performance metrics, and certification programs for suppliers of ingredients and packaging materials from a quality and food safety perspective.Collaborate with Global & Regional supply chain management teams on alternative supplier development for contingency planning and competitiveness.Coach suppliers for continuous improvement.Lead and organize food quality and safety audits for suppliers.Monitor global supplier progress and report on supplier performance.Work closely with AOWs & Countries’ External Operations, Procurement, and R&D to ensure the safety of ingredients.Co-Manufacturing Management :
Develop strategies to implement GB & BQ co-manufacturing standards.Participate in developing food safety and quality programs for co-manufacturing.Define service agreements with co-manufacturers regarding quality, safety, and legality.Monitor co-manufacturing operations through audits and product qualification.Establish KPIs for evaluating co-manufacturing performance and provide feedback.Report on co-manufacturer progress regularly.Quality in Logistics, Transportation, and Reverse Logistics :
Develop strategies for quality and safety standards in storage and transportation.Oversee the approval and monitoring of external warehouses handling materials and finished products.Support market procedures for finished good handling at distribution centers.Develop service-level agreements with transport operators including quality and safety guidelines.Implement evaluation systems for warehouses and transport operations.Work with stakeholders to address risks related to quality, safety, and legality.Establish KPIs for external warehouses and transport providers.Monitor transport provider performance and report regularly.IT Tool Management :
Ensure full implementation and maintenance of Tracegains Software at BQ.Organize ongoing user training for partners and external operations.Team Development & Training :
Develop and deliver training on Quality & Food Safety expectations.Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes.Collaborate with Grupo Bimbo External Operations team.Facilitate global knowledge sharing and best practices.Perform other duties as assigned by senior management.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Agriculture, Food Technology, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).At least 7 years of experience in Supplier Management, Food Safety & Quality, with multi-site or international scope, preferably in baked goods or food manufacturing.Expertise in Supply Chain & Export/Import regulations and standards.Willingness to travel internationally (20–40%).Skills :
Proven ability to lead cross-cultural, remote, and matrixed teams.Strategic thinking, influencing, and excellent communication skills.High accuracy in processing written information.Strong English communication skills (both written and oral).Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP, TraceGains, and other software.Good organizational and time management skills.Self-motivated and proactive.Leadership ability through influence and facilitative management style.Systematic approach to decision-making and fact-finding.
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