About Us
At BODYARMOR Sports Nutrition, we're a fast-paced and dynamic team of brand builders who are passionate about becoming innovative game-changers in the world of sports and active hydration. As a subsidiary of The Coca-Cola Company, we're backed by the resources and insights of one of the world's most iconic companies. Our entrepreneurial culture gives employees the ability to move quickly, exceed expectations, develop valuable relationships, and have fun while we work to achieve our goal of becoming #1 in Sports Hydration.
About the Role
We're seeking an experienced Full Stack Supplier Quality Manager to join our team. As a key member of our Supplier Quality onboarding function, you'll provide quality, food safety, regulatory, and technical leadership experience in the beverage and/or food industry. This role requires expertise in auditing and onboarding new suppliers, microbiological risk assessments, regulatory compliance of ingredients/packaging material, and investigation of non-conformances to drive corrective actions.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage on an ongoing basis the technical relationship between BODYARMOR and our suppliers
- Continually onboard new ingredient and packaging material suppliers
- Review and approve all new ingredients, and packaging materials and sites
- Prioritize based on risk and develop a calendar for Quality & Food Safety audits and assessments of supplier sites
- Lead microbiological risk assessments on ingredients
- Ensure regulatory compliance of ingredients and packaging materials for countries of sale of finished product including US, Mexico, and Canada
- Manage and keep updated all supplier and material documentation including annual reviews
- Investigate non-conformances and drive effective CAPAs for all supplier-related incidents
- Monitor and drive supplier compliance and performance
- Develop and manage supplier-related metrics and internal and external reporting
- Support the continued development of Quality and Food Safety standards and guidance documents
- Work closely with Sourcing, NPD, Regulatory, and cross-functional teams to drive compliance to standards
- Manage certification programs including Kosher and bottle deposits
- Additional responsibilities include supporting Quality in Design innovation, renovation, and productivity initiatives. This includes assessing and approving QFS criteria in finished product specifications.
What You'll Need
To be successful in this role, you'll need:
- Bachelor's degree in food science or relevant science discipline required
- Master's degree preferred
- 5 years' experience in Quality and Food Safety in the food or beverage industry required
- Working knowledge of FDA CFR Title 21 regulations required
- HACCP and/or PCQI certification required
- Working knowledge of GFSI schemes required
- Auditing experience required
- Knowledgeable in microbiological methods and results interpretation desired
- Food Defense and Food Fraud knowledge desired
- Experience in packaging (PET), and hot and cold fill manufacturing
- Team player with strong attention to detail and self-starter required
What We Can Do for You
We offer a purpose-driven approach that empowers our people to protect the environment and communities we serve while delivering safe & quality products. Our global connections allow us to develop, enhance, and maintain global connections that enable us to move faster and learn from others. We're an organization that believes our ability to continually grow and build the right atmosphere where people feel safe and empowered, lets you bring your best self to work.
Skills and Competencies
We're looking for someone with:
- ISO 18000
- Six Sigma
- Microsoft Office
- Troubleshooting
- ISO 14000
- Waterfall Model
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
We offer a range of opportunities for career growth and learning, including:
- Professional development programs
- Training and certification programs
- Mentorship and coaching
- Networking opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements
Work Environment and Company Culture
We're a dynamic and fast-paced team that values innovation, teamwork, and collaboration. Our work environment is designed to support creativity, productivity, and work-life balance. We're committed to creating a culture that's inclusive, diverse, and respectful.
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary package, including:
- Base salary
- Bonus and incentive programs
- Health and wellness benefits
- Retirement savings plan
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
Conclusion
If you're a motivated and experienced professional with a passion for quality, food safety, and regulatory compliance, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your application without delay. We're keen to hear from talented candidates like you.
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