Overview

A fantastic technical opportunity has become available with a successful Fresh Produce specialist, working as Technical Compliance Coordinator with an energetic and passionate technical team.

The position of Technical Compliance Coordinator will take responsibility for technical compliance within the business and ensure all suppliers meet compliance standards and expectations.

Key responsibilities include;

Ensure all suppliers are aware of company ethical expectations, SMETA standards, and SEDEX registrations / self-assessment are complete

Review and deliver all suppliers compliance against the ETI Base Code and SMETA, SIZA, RT, RFA, WEITA standards

Manage the supplier approval systems to ensure compliance with legislation and customers COP’s

Work closely with 3rd party auditors appointed by and working on behalf of the business

Manage audit schedules for sites and suppliers in the UK and abroad

Review suppliers annually

We require;

Experience in a Technical Compliance function, having worked within the Fresh Produce / Fresh Food sector

Previous supplier management, confident with Due Diligence, Compliance, and Legislation would be beneficial

An understanding of Food Safety and Quality Systems

Confident IT skills, with exposure to Prophet highly beneficial

A high level of attention to detail and data gathering ability

Excellent communication and relationship building skills

Hours; Monday – Friday, with some flexibility as required

Salary; Dependent on experience offered; up to £33k

Location; Kent