Food & Beverage Lead Auditor (remote within Germany)

DNV; Remote; EUR 20.000 - 40.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading global assurance provider is seeking a Food & Beverage Lead Auditor to conduct third-party certification audits. This remote role within Germany involves maintaining audit schedules, reviewing corrective actions, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate has a degree in a related field, 5+ years of experience in the food industry, strong communication skills in both German and English, and preferably holds Lead Auditor qualifications for various food standards. Competitive benefits are offered.

Leistungen

Flexible working hours

Yearly profit-share scheme

100% employer-funded pension scheme

30 vacation days per year

Subsidised public transport ticket

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifikationen

• Ideally at least 5 years of work experience in the food industry, specifically in production and technology.
• Significant experience in quality management and food safety within the food sector.
• Preferably a Lead Auditor qualification for IFS Food, BRCGS Food, or FSSC 22000 Food.

Aufgaben

• Conduct third-party certification audits for Food & Beverage customers.
• Maintain and coordinate audit schedules with customers.
• Review customer corrective actions and ensure timely closure.

Kenntnisse

Quality management

Communication skills

Team working ability

Fluent in German

Fluent in English

Ausbildung

Degree in a food-related or bioscience discipline

Jobbeschreibung

Food & Beverage Lead Auditor (remote within Germany)

Germany – remote location with coordination based in Essen. As part of DNV Business Assurance’s growing division, we are seeking experienced 3rd‑party auditors with expertise in Food & Beverage management systems and familiarity with IFS, BRCGS and FSSC 22000.

Responsibilities

• Conduct third‑party certification audits for Food & Beverage customers in accordance with IFS, FSSC or BRCGS standards.
• Maintain and coordinate audit schedules with customers.
• Review customer corrective actions and ensure timely closure.
• Maintain audit credentials and pursue advancement of current and related certifications as required.
• Communicate changes and clarifications regarding DNV’s Food & Beverage standards to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Resource Management to support auditor qualification and development.
• Work closely with the Food & Beverage Manager on operational activities and initiatives.
• Perform any additional responsibilities assigned by management.

Benefits

• Regular working time of 39 hours with flexible time‑account and the possibility to work from home.
• Yearly profit‑share scheme – company‑based performance bonus.
• 100 % employer‑funded pension scheme.
• Annual salary review as part of a yearly individual career plan & development.
• 30 vacation days per year.
• Subsidised public transport ticket (Deutschlandticket).
• Voluntary sickness supplement up to 12 months.
• Company Sports & Urban Sports Club membership.
• Bike leasing (JobRad).
• Discounted meals and company canteen depending on location.
• Other additional benefits – Sabbatical, Employee Assistance Program, Corporate Benefits.

Qualifications

• Degree in a food‑related or bioscience discipline or a higher‑education qualification in a related field.
• Ideally at least 5 years of work experience in the food industry, specifically in production and technology.
• Significant experience in quality management and food safety within the food sector.
• Preferably a Lead Auditor qualification for IFS Food, BRCGS Food, or FSSC 22000 Food.
• Experience auditing GFSI‑recognised schemes is an advantage.
• Profound qualification for the standards, preferably with relevant industry authorisation.
• Very good communication skills.
• High social competence and strong team‑working ability.
• Valid European driving licence.
• Willingness to travel.
• Fluent in both German and English.

About Business Assurance

We help companies ensure compliance, build high‑performing management systems, and meet competence needs across a wide range of industries. DNV’s focus on research and innovation offers opportunities to engage in technically challenging projects worldwide, fostering next‑generation solutions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country‑specific laws and practices.

Please note that we cannot proceed to the interview stage without the following documents: Curriculum Vitae (CV); Cover‑/Motivation Letter; University Diplomas & Transcripts; Reference Letter(s). All documents shall preferably be submitted in English. Please provide them at your earliest convenience to ensure a smooth and timely assessment process.

You’re a passionate Food & Beverage professional. You match our high standards on delivering customer service excellence, living up to the highest levels of quality and expertise, and you want to be part of a forward‑thinking, dynamic global organization.