Supplier Quality Assurance Manager

Nestlé enjoys a reputation as one of the largest FMCG companies in the world and we are driven by our purpose - enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Our inclusive and high-performance culture is a testament to the great training, development, rewards, and recognition we extend to every member of our 5,000 strong Oceania workforce.

At Nestlé our culture is one of support, encouragement, and innovation. Work with household name brands such as Nescafé, Milo, Felix and Maggi. Play a pivotal role in the success of our business

Join a high performing workplace that embraces diversity and flexibility

We are currently recruiting for a Compliance and Vendor Quality Assurance Business Partner. You will be responsible for working with our Oceania teams to ensure Quality and Food Safety standards are met. You will maintain a technical relationship with current vendors and Oceania Licensees, provide support to Quality Managers and their factories in specific areas of expertise. The role will collaborate with a global network of quality management colleagues.

This opportunity and based in Rhodes, however, you are required to travel to our regional sites and vendors at least once a month.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage the Quality and Food Safety Certification Program - including the Certifying Body relationship and reviews, coordinate market program for FSSC, ISO 9001, UTZ, RSPO, Retailer audit requirements

• Coordinate the Corrective Action Management Program
• Coordinate the Internal Audit Program, and lead the team to support ISO 9001 requirement
• Provide functional guidance to units (identify external training providers; coach units to develop , execute internal audit plans and leverage best practices)
• Manage the vendor approval program for new and existing vendors, ensuring only approved vendor sites are used in our operations.
• Coordinate action plans for corrective actions to drive improvement
• You will maintain a technical relationship with Licensees in Oceania, ensuring the technical requirements of the contract are followed and annual management reviews and or audits are conducted.
• Manage approval process of Non-Food Promotional items

What are we looking for in you?

• University graduate or equivalent (preferred food science / food technology-related studies) is required
• Demonstrated experience in Quality Management in the Food industry
• Lead Auditor certification for ISO 9001 and FSSC 22.000 is highly regarded
• Proven track record in delivering results by working with and coaching cross-functional teams
• Working closely with all levels of management, staff, stakeholders, production teams and suppliers, you're a confident and a natural communicator who can multitask and prioritise requests.
• With your keen eye for detail and process improvement mindset, you'll be able to spot growth opportunities and proactively manage risks.
• Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and have Permanent Residence

Benefits

You will have the chance to work with an outstanding and highly engaged team, build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader.

In addition, we offer:

• Varied career experiences and personalised development support
• Wellbeing benefits including vaccinations and health insurance discounts
• Diversity and Inclusion initiatives and program
• Paid parental and partner leave
• Purchase Leave Scheme
• Volunteering leave, Sports leave, Emergency Services leave
• Discounted Nestlé products
• On-site gym access

We are Nestlé, the largest food and beverage company. We are 308,000 employees strong driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Our values are rooted in respect: respect for ourselves, respect for others, respect for diversity and respect for our future. With more than CHF 91.4 billion sales in 2018, we have an expansive presence with 413 factories in more than 85 countries. We believe our people are our most important asset, so we'll offer you a dynamic inclusive international working environment with many opportunities across different businesses, functions and geographies, working with diverse teams and cultures. Want to learn more? Visit us at www.nestle.com.

Nestlé enjoys a reputation as one of the largest FMCG companies in the world and we are driven by our purpose - enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Our inclusive and high-performance culture is a testament to the great training, development, rewards, and recognition we extend to every member of our 5,000 strong Oceania workforce.

At Nestlé our culture is one of support, encouragement, and innovation. Work with household name brands such as Nescafé, Milo, Felix and Maggi. Play a pivotal role in the success of our business

Join a high performing workplace that embraces diversity and flexibility

We are currently recruiting for a Compliance and Vendor Quality Assurance Business Partner. You will be responsible for working with our Oceania teams to ensure Quality and Food Safety standards are met. You will maintain a technical relationship with current vendors and Oceania Licensees, provide support to Quality Managers and their factories in specific areas of expertise. The role will collaborate with a global network of quality management colleagues.

This opportunity and based in Rhodes, however, you are required to travel to our regional sites and vendors at least once a month.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage the Quality and Food Safety Certification Program - including the Certifying Body relationship and reviews, coordinate market program for FSSC, ISO 9001, UTZ, RSPO, Retailer audit requirements

• Coordinate the Corrective Action Management Program
• Coordinate the Internal Audit Program, and lead the team to support ISO 9001 requirement
• Provide functional guidance to units (identify external training providers; coach units to develop , execute internal audit plans and leverage best practices)
• Manage the vendor approval program for new and existing vendors, ensuring only approved vendor sites are used in our operations.
• Coordinate action plans for corrective actions to drive improvement
• You will maintain a technical relationship with Licensees in Oceania, ensuring the technical requirements of the contract are followed and annual management reviews and or audits are conducted.
• Manage approval process of Non-Food Promotional items

What are we looking for in you?

• University graduate or equivalent (preferred food science / food technology-related studies) is required
• Demonstrated experience in Quality Management in the Food industry
• Lead Auditor certification for ISO 9001 and FSSC 22.000 is highly regarded
• Proven track record in delivering results by working with and coaching cross-functional teams
• Working closely with all levels of management, staff, stakeholders, production teams and suppliers, you're a confident and a natural communicator who can multitask and prioritise requests.
• With your keen eye for detail and process improvement mindset, you'll be able to spot growth opportunities and proactively manage risks.
• Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and have Permanent Residence

Benefits

You will have the chance to work with an outstanding and highly engaged team, build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader.

In addition, we offer:

• Varied career experiences and personalised development support
• Wellbeing benefits including vaccinations and health insurance discounts
• Diversity and Inclusion initiatives and program
• Paid parental and partner leave
• Purchase Leave Scheme
• Volunteering leave, Sports leave, Emergency Services leave
• Discounted Nestlé products
• On-site gym access

We are Nestlé, the largest food and beverage company. We are 308,000 employees strong driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Our values are rooted in respect: respect for ourselves, respect for others, respect for diversity and respect for our future. With more than CHF 91.4 billion sales in 2018, we have an expansive presence with 413 factories in more than 85 countries. We believe our people are our most important asset, so we'll offer you a dynamic inclusive international working environment with many opportunities across different businesses, functions and geographies, working with diverse teams and cultures. Want to learn more? Visit us at www.nestle.com.

Rhodes,Sydney, NSW, AU, 2138

Rhodes,Sydney, NSW, AU, 2138