Overview

A unique and exciting opportunity has become available with our Client; a highly successful Fresh Produce supplier to key retail customers, sourcing product globally from a dedicated grower and supply base. At the forefront of their product categories within the industry, the opportunity of Group Auditing & Technical Manager is fundamental to the efficient supply of Fresh Produce to key retail customers.

Working closely with and supporting the Group Senior Technical team, the position of Group Auditing & Technical Manager will manage a team of individuals, both UK & Overseas based, to deliver the group auditing schedule working to various UK retailer standards, achieving over c600 annual supplier audits.

We require;

Lead Auditor / Auditing qualification + experience in a Supplier Auditing role

Experience gained with TMPS and TFS proving highly advantageous

Familiar with Global Gap, TN11, BRC, HACCP & Organic standards

Confident implementing Food Safety and Manufacturing standards

Ability to manage and lead the Auditing team successfully

Undertaking risk assessments and root cause analysis

Experience within the Fresh Produce sector

Field to Fork & Ethical Auditing beneficial

Retail customer exposure advantageous

Flexibility to travel is essential, with 2-4 long haul trips + 10-15 short haul trips annually

Spanish, Italian or French speaking would be highly beneficial

Location; Kent + Travel

Package; Competitive Salary + generous Company Benefits