Supply Chain Assurance Specialist

4 days ago


Craigavon, United Kingdom Pilgrim's Europe Full time
Senior Supply Assurance Manager (Non-Food)

To ensure the reliable supply of non-food items, including packaging, services and indirects, to the business. This involves supporting tenders and supplier reviews for packaging, service providers and non-inventory items that could impact food safety, authenticity or quality.

  • Monitor and manage supplier performance, resolving any issues as necessary.
  • Audit packaging and service suppliers based on risk assessment.
  • Promote a culture of food safety and quality by embodying our values and working on activities to improve them.
  • Support the Integrity Manager with VACCP and horizon scanning as required.
  • Develop and continuously improve standards for the management, approval and maintenance of non-food suppliers and their documentation.
  • Contribute to the development of our supply assurance strategy and set objectives and targets for the department.
  • Be a subject matter expert in Foods Connected, CSS, SMILE and other associated supply assurance systems.
  • Ensure all packaging, indirect suppliers and service providers meet relevant standards and customer requirements.
  • Audit service providers and packaging suppliers at the required frequency and in accordance with BRC, customer and Pilgrim's Europe's requirements.
  • Maintain supplier risk assessments, certifications and other supporting documentation on SMILE and other relevant systems.
  • Monitor supplier performance and resolve recurring or critical issues.
  • Work with procurement to maintain a preferred supplier list for packaging and support tender reviews.
  • Audit, approve and onboard new suppliers into the business as necessary.
  • Maintain Pilgrim's Europe's technical guidance for packaging and service providers, ensuring it covers latest customer and legislative requirements.
Essential Criteria
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Strong discipline and adherence to set standards.
  • A strong attention to detail.
  • In-depth knowledge of BRC and customer requirements in relation to supply assurance.
  • Subject matter expertise in Foods Connected and SMILE.
Desirable Criteria
  • Over 5 years' experience in a Food Manufacturing environment.
  • Knowledge of Food Safety and Quality Systems.
  • Training and experience in auditing food and non-food manufacturing sites.
  • Degree-level qualification in a related field.
  • Food Safety Level 3.
  • HACCP Level 3.
About Us

Pilgrim's Europe produces well-known brands like Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside own-label products in fresh pork, lamb and chicken categories, supplied to major retailers and food service outlets.

We also produce authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products.

Our team combines 20,000 industry professionals united by core values and a passion for producing high-quality, delicious and innovative food enjoyed by millions daily.

What We Offer

$Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 per annum
Holiday Entitlement
Pension Contribution
Family Friendly Policies
Learning and Development Opportunities
Life Assurance

Our Values

Determination
Simplicity
Availability
Humility
Discipline
Sincerity
Ownership



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