Supplier And Raw Materials Technologist

Valeo Foods; Ambergate; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matched pension scheme

Death in service

Cycle to work scheme

Canteen

Retailer discount platform

Staff discount

Job summary

Valeo Foods in Heanor, UK, is seeking a Supplier & Raw Materials Technologist to oversee supplier management, risk control and ethical sourcing across our raw material base. Hybrid role, three days on site, with close collaboration across Procurement, Technical and Quality teams.

You'll drive HACCP/BRC compliance, supplier audits and material specifications, supporting continuous improvement and customer confidence in our supply chain. Driving licence required; food industry experience essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in the food industry with supplier management focus.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and BRC standards.
• Proven ability to conduct supplier audits and risk assessments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier base and maintain approved supplier list.
• Lead raw material risk assessments and testing schedules.
• Oversee material traceability and mass balance.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, BRC and other standards.
• Conduct supplier audits per risk-based schedule.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Technical and Quality teams.

Skills

Supplier management

Quality & food safety

Communication skills

Auditing

Problem solving

Education

BSc in Food Science or related

HACCP Level 3

Job description

Job Description

Supplier and Raw Materials Technologist

Heanor Office Base - Hybrid working with 3 days on local site per week

Are you a specialist in supplier management and raw materials? Do you thrive on ensuring the highest standards of food safety, integrity, and ethical compliance? If you're ready to make a real impact across a dynamic supply chain, we'd love to hear from you.

At Valeo Foods, our sites are passionate about crafting products people love - and that starts with exceptional ingredients. As our Supplier & Raw Materials Technologist, you'll be at the heart of our supply base, ensuring every raw material meets our rigorous quality, safety, and ethical standards. You'll collaborate closely with Procurement, Technical, and Quality teams to strengthen supplier performance and drive continuous improvement across the business.

What You'll Be Doing:

Supplier Management & Risk Control

• Build strong, proactive relationships with suppliers.
• Lead ingredient and raw material risk assessments to meet Valeo Foods' standards, customer expectations, and third-party certification requirements.

Ethical & Responsible Sourcing

• Ensure suppliers comply with Valeo Foods' Ethical Framework (including SEDEX).
• Assess ethical risks through audits, documentation reviews, and on-site visits.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Procurement, NPD, Technical, and Quality teams on all supplier and raw material matters.
• Support customer technical teams, providing confidence in our supply chain controls and participating in customer visits and audits.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and continuously update the approved supplier list.
• Conduct raw material risk assessments and manage testing schedules, including Free From campaigns.
• Oversee raw material traceability and mass balance across the supply base.
• Ensure supplier compliance with HACCP, BRC, and other relevant food safety standards.
• Carry out supplier audits in line with the risk-based audit schedule.
• Review, maintain, and improve raw material specifications to meet customer and industry requirements.
• Support site Technical and Quality teams with supplier-related issues and non-conformances improvement initiatives.
• Work with HR to identify and manage risks related to supplier ethical complian

Qualifications

What You'll Bring:

We're looking for someone who combines technical expertise with strong relationship-building skills and a meticulous approach to quality. To thrive in this role, you'll bring:

• Demonstrable experience in the food industry or a similar environment, ideally with a strong focus on supplier management
• HACCP Level 3 qualification, plus hands-on experience with BRC compliance and audits
• Proven experience conducting supplier audits, risk assessments, and driving supplier performance
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to build trust and influence both internally and externally
• A proactive, practical, and solution-driven mindset, with the confidence to tackle supplier quality issues and deliver continuous improvement
• A degree (or equivalent) in Food Science or a related discipline would be desirable
• A full driving licence

Additional Information

What we offer you in return:

• Matched pension scheme
• Death in service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Canteen
• Retailer discount platform
• Staff discount
• And plenty more!!

If you're ready to take on a role that combines technical expertise with strategic supplier management, we want to hear from you. and help shape the future of food safety and quality at Valeo Foods.