Lead Supplier Auditor

Randstad España; Madrid; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Global exposure

Job summary

Randstad España seeks an experienced Lead Supplier Auditor to join its Corporate FS&Q function. You will lead end-to-end risk-based supplier audits across Europe, ensuring product safety, brand protection, and compliance with global food standards.

The role offers location flexibility across Europe with base options in Spain (Madrid/Valencia) or France/Poland. You will collaborate with Procurement, Sourcing, and R&D teams to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant technical field.
• Minimum 5 years in Food Safety, QA, or Supplier Auditing in food/FMCG.
• Lead Auditor certification in Food Safety Management Systems (BRCGS/IFS/FSSC 22000) & HACCP.
• Willingness to travel across Europe (50–70%).
• Fluent English is mandatory; additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and execute on-site and remote supplier audits across Europe.
• Evaluate supplier management systems under GFSI and HACCP frameworks.
• Lead supplier qualification, risk assessment, and escalation processes.
• Manage CAPA closure and ensure root-cause resolution.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Sourcing, R&D, and FS&Q teams.

Skills

Auditing

Supplier management

Risk assessment

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Food Science/Technology/Engineering

Job description

Are you an experienced Food Safety & Quality professional with a passion for auditing, supplier management, and operational excellence? On behalf of a leading multinational company in the food manufacturing & confectionery sector, we are searching for a Lead Supplier Auditor to join their Corporate FS&Q Department.

This role offers location flexibility across Europe. Candidates can be based in: Spain (Madrid or Valencia area), France (Paris, Lyon, or Lille area) or Poland (Warsaw or Poznań area).

In this strategic European role, you will lead end-to-end risk-based supplier audits across Europe, ensuring product safety, brand protection, and compliance with global food standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, schedule, and execute on-site and remote supplier audits across Europe (raw materials, ingredients, packaging, co-packers).
• Evaluate supplier management systems under GFSI standards (BRCGS, IFS, FSSC 22000) and HACCP frameworks.
• Lead supplier qualification, risk assessment, and escalation processes.
• Manage CAPA (Corrective Actions) closure and ensure root cause resolution.
• Collaborate closely with Procurement, Sourcing, R&D, and local FS&Q teams.

What We Are Looking For:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Engineering, or related technical disciplines.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in Food Safety, QA, or Supplier Auditing within the food/FMCG sector.
• Certifications: Lead Auditor certification in Food Safety Management Systems (BRCGS, IFS, FSSC 22000) & HACCP qualification.
• Travel: Willingness to travel 50%-70% across Europe.
• Languages: Fluent English is mandatory. Proficiency in Spanish, French, or Polish is highly preferred.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary package based on location.
• International, dynamic work environment within an industry-leading multinational.
• Key corporate role with high visibility and room for professional growth.