Job Title Supplier Quality Assurance Executive
This is a specialist role for someone who will be responsible for establishing appropriate procedures and risk assessments to support protein works supplier assurance and monitoring programmes. Reporting to the Head of Technical, this person is responsible for ensuring raw materials, bought in finished goods and packaging approvals are in place to support the quality management system aligned with BRC V9 requirements.
Key Accountabilities
* Lead the development of the supplier assurance and raw material approval programs.
* Develop raw material risk assessment and sampling programs.
* Audit facilities and processes as appropriate
* Analyse results and highlight trends to identify problem areas to enable informed and effective decision making.
* Ensure all key product information is communicated within the Technical and NPD teams to enable risk-based decision making e.g. Food Safety HACCP
* Provide technical input for all development work to ensure products are safe, legal and meet PW strict food safety and quality standards.
* Maintain, develop and review VACCP/TACCP risk assessments (including Horizon Scanning)
* Member of the HACCP team
* Develop, monitor and report supplier performance scorecards.
* Maintain and develop excellent working relationships with suppliers to recommend and develop improvements in services offered.
* Lead supplier non-conformance related issues with a view to resolving in a timely manner so as to minimise impact to the business.
You’re Naturally Like This
* Great at building positive productive relationships
* You have a high standard for quality of delivery from yourself and expect this of others.
* Able to cope under pressure and prioritise demands.
* You are able to work collaboratively and build strong, trusting relationships with peers and other functions within the business.
Non-Negotiables
* Previous experience within food manufacturing or food-based industry is essential.
* Clear and proven experience of Supplier Quality Assurance and approval programs
* Highly organised with exceptional verbal and written skills with a strong attention to detail
* Competent in Microsoft applications
* Degree qualified in food science or an associated subject.
* Proven auditing experience
* Strong knowledge of HACCP and Food Safety
Desirables
* Qualified lead auditor
* BRCV9 conversion course
Join Protein Works: Home of the Best Shakes on the Planet
Established on December 12th, 2012, Protein Works was driven by a relentless pursuit of innovation in the nutrition industry. Our journey began with a simple yet powerful idea: to rock the foundations of a stagnant industry by prioritising quality, unbeatable taste, and exceptional service.
From humble beginnings where we huddled around laptops in coffee shops to now having a state-of-the art facility in Cheshire, where we manufacture and ship our products worldwide, we have sold over 250 million shakes and counting, earning the trust of our customers around the world who come to us for products that enable them to lead healthier lives.
Protein Works today stands proudly as one of the UK’s fastest-growing multi-award-winning consumer food brands, specialising in nutrition-packed protein shakes and meals that not only taste amazing but are nutrition-packed as well.
At Protein Works, we believe in more than just superficial results. We're focused on helping our customers feel better, not just look good. We understand that if healthy can taste good, then we're not just selling products; we're partnering with our customers on their journey to a healthier, more balanced life.
Our commitment to excellence is reflected in every aspect of our brand: from our state-of-the-art, in-house production facilities to our experienced team of nutritionists and industry experts. We meticulously craft each product to deliver the absolute best flavour, texture, and nutrition, catering to a variety of dietary needs and preferences. Whether it's our premium protein shakes, complete meals, wellness supplements, or high protein snacks, every Protein Works product undergoes rigorous testing to meet our high standards and deliver exceptional value to our customers.
Benefits
* Free drinks and snacks
* Exclusive staff discount
* Cycle to work scheme
* Hybrid working: WFH on Fridays*
* Private Healthcare**
* 25 days holiday* + all bank holidays
* Pension scheme
* Staff socials and events
* Fantastic Bonus Scheme
* Enhanced Holiday Scheme