Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist

Prinova Europe; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supplier of food ingredients is seeking a Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist for a hybrid role. This position involves reviewing raw material specifications, conducting supplier audits, and ensuring compliance with UK food safety standards. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in a Quality role within the food industry, a strong understanding of quality requirements, and proficiency in relevant systems like LIMS. This role offers opportunities for personal growth and development.

Benefits

Personal growth opportunities

Health Cash Plan

Subsidised gym membership

Discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience within a Quality role in the Food industry.
• Understanding of allergen management and microbiological risk.
• Knowledge of UK/EU food law and labelling regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve raw material specifications.
• Conduct risk-based supplier evaluations and audits.
• Investigate supplier nonconformances and support CAPA processes.

Skills

Understanding of Quality requirements

Experience in Quality role (1-2 years)

HACCP Level 2 or above

Proficiency in data analysis and KPI reporting

Supplier auditing experience

Tools

LIMS

ERP/QMS systems

Excel

Job description

Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist (Full-time Permanent)

Hybrid - 3 days in the office at Aylesford Kent

Unlock your potential with Prinova

We are Prinova a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions and trusted by the world's best-known food beverage and nutrition brands.

Part of the NAGASE Group our expertise lies in Ingredient Distribution Manufacturing Solutions and Customized Services. Our global network of colleagues located in offices and manufacturing facilities around the world deliver sustainable value-added solutions to our customers. We are recognized for our deep expertise commitment to excellence and bold innovation which have earned us a strong reputation as a trusted industry leader.

Wherever your career is headed you'll find direction opportunity and belonging with us.

What is a Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist at Prinova

Internally this role is titled Supplier Quality Technologist. The position is responsible for supporting the raw material (RM) supplier approval process within the Food Premix & Sports Nutrition business. This includes coordinating RM analytical testing and managing supplier monitoring audits in collaboration with the Quality Department.

Whats in it for you

• Personal growth including training and development opportunities
• Health Cash Plan
• Subsidised gym membership
• Discretionary bonus
• Access to flexible pay with Aslan

What to expect

Review and approve raw material specifications to ensure compliance with product requirements food safety regulatory standards and alignment with finished product specifications and BOMs.

Conduct risk‑based supplier and manufacturer evaluations audits and performance reviews maintain the Approved Supplier List and ensure compliance with BRCGS/GFSI standards while supporting NPD and Production with audit pack reviews.

Ensure adherence to UK Food Safety Act retained EU food hygiene rules allergen labelling compositional requirements and support Kosher/Halal certification processes with accurate documentation.

Perform HACCP‑based raw material risk assessments covering allergen microbiological and chemical hazards and apply TACCP/VACCP principles for food fraud and defence.

Manage raw material and finished product testing data within LIMS and verify COAs to ensure full traceability.

Liaise with certification bodies and suppliers to maintain Kosher and Halal compliance (e.g. KLBD HFA) and ensure accurate audit documentation.

Investigate supplier nonconformances lead root‑cause analysis and corrective/preventative actions and support withdrawal/recall processes and mock traceability exercises.

Support management of the QFSMS and maintain organised control of all raw material and supplier documentation.

Drive continuous quality improvement defect reduction and compliance initiatives monitoring KPIs and reporting trends to senior management.

Additional reasonable tasks may be assigned by management whether temporary or permanent.

Does this sound like you

• Great understanding of Quality requirements and standards in the food industry (ISO HACCP BRC GFSi etc.)
• 1-2 years experience within a Quality role in the Food industry. Experience in Supplier Quality in the Pharmaceutical industry may be considered based on relevant experience.
• HACCP Level 2 or above with an understanding of allergen management and microbiological risk.
• Familiarity with BRCGS Food Safety ISO 22000/FSSC 22000 and retailer technical standards.
• Strong knowledge of UK/EU food law labelling regulations and compositional compliance.
• Experience with Kosher Halal and sustainability certifications (KLBD HFA RSPO MSC etc.).
• Proficiency in LIMS ERP/QMS systems and specification management platforms.
• Competence in data analysis and KPI reporting (Excel PPT).
• Supplier auditing experience; Lead Auditor qualification desirable.
• Ability to identify risks and implement effective CAPA processes.
• Knowledge of ALCOA desirable.

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