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 Romania
OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION
* Establish 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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