Supply Quality Technologist

Kerry; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global taste and nutrition company is looking for a candidate with a Bachelor’s degree in Sciences and 1-2 years' experience to manage raw material specifications and ensure compliance. The role requires strong analytical and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to work with various stakeholders. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience in regulatory, quality, product development or specification management.
• Understanding of raw materials and raw material properties.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams at multi levels within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Creation, update and management of raw material and packaging material specifications.
• Ensures regulatory, technical & food safety compliance of raw material specifications.
• Supports the implementation of Procurement’s tenders & long-term solutions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sciences or related field

Job description

Requisition ID: 61924
Position Type: FT Permanent
Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Hybrid

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

Key responsibilities

• Creation, update and management of raw material and packaging material specifications across all regions and ensure communication and sign off with suppliers
• Ensures regulatory, technical & food safety compliance of raw material specifications
• Supports the implementation of Procurement’s tenders & long-term solutions
• Works closely with internal stakeholders and external partners for execution of strategic initiatives
• Perform data management activities (data analysis, data clean-up, reporting)
• Supports the creation, update, and maintenance of specification database and enablement tools
• Contributes to horizon scanning of emerging food regulations, food safety, food fraud and provide recommendations to the organization
• Develops and implements project plans, KPIs, dashboards and communicate to global and regional peers
• Develops and implements one way of working globally through creation of SOPs & change control per approved business processIdentify opportunities to strengthen capabilities and process improvements
• Leverages technical expertise in understanding and solving complex issues
• Support Supply Quality business initiatives & implementation of strategy which may include supporting functional structure
• May support Centre of Scale (CoS) initiatives with supplier & raw material risk assessment, supplier raw material relationship management and verification program, as required

Qualifications and skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Sciences or related field
• 1- 2 years' experience in regulatory, quality, product development or specification management
• With an understanding of raw materials and raw material properties
• Strong analytical, problem solving and complaint resolution skills
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams at multi levels within the organization
• Able to negotiate with suppliers and stakeholders to drive alignment
• With a continuous improvement mindset
• Good command of verbal and written English

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.