Auditor, Sustainable Seafood Chain of Custody

SCS Global Services; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sustainable Seafood Chain of Custody Auditor. This exciting role involves assessing practices and systems for certification standards while traveling to various client locations. The auditor will conduct thorough evaluations and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring compliance with quality standards. If you are passionate about sustainability and have a background in environmental science or a related field, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the seafood industry. Join a team that values training and professional growth while contributing to a more sustainable future.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in relevant fields with work experience in seafood or fisheries.
• Fluency in English and strong organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits and prepare detailed assessment reports.
• Maintain positive client relationships and respond to inquiries.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Multi-tasking

Prioritization Skills

Professional Written Communication

Attention to Detail

Customer Service Orientation

Teamwork Orientation

Initiative

Judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental or Biological Science

Master’s degree in Business or Environmental Science

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

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Auditor, Sustainable Seafood Chain of Custody

Auditor must reside in the Southwest Region of the United States of America.

Overview

The Sustainable Seafood Chain of Custody Auditor is a contract position, working independently or in teams. The auditor travels to client offices, processing plants, and consumer-facing organizations to assess practices and systems relative to the MSC, ASC & RFM certification standards. Assessments involve document review, employee and contractor interviews, and on-site evaluation of field activities. Detailed assessment reports must be written and submitted on time. SCS provides ongoing training.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Schedule and confirm audit date with client
2. Prepare and send client audit plan according to protocols
3. Book travel, hotel and transportation according to company policy, and submit expense reports
4. Adhere to all quality and code of conduct standards
5. Conduct audits using applicable checklists, forms, and tools
6. Maintain positive client relationships and respond to all client inquiries and concerns
7. Submit complete and accurate audit reports within established timelines
8. Ensure thorough client records are maintained
9. Attend trainings to maintain qualification to conduct audits; maintain training records
10. Maintain up to date knowledge of applicable regulations and standards

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in environmental or biological science, marine biology, business, economics, or technical program with two years’ work experience in any of the following: seafood or fisheries industry, food industry, supply chain management, science, traceability
2. Master’s degree or equivalent in business, economics, environmental or biological science, or technical program; or
3. 2-4 years’ work experience applicable to the description above
4. Complete fluency in English and work experience that involves professional written communication
5. Strong organization, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills
6. Proficient with business software including Outlook, Word and Excel
7. Strong attention to detail, customer service, and teamwork orientation
8. Ability to take the initiative, good judgment, and ability to work independently under pressure in a changing environment
9. Ability to work in the US and abroad as needed
10. ISO training certification or willingness to complete the ISO training offered by SCS
11. Language skill in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, French or Japanese is highly desirable
12. Audit experience is highly desirable

Physical Requirements

This position is an office-based job primarily, with occasional travel to client sites. Ability to sit/stand at a computer station for 6+ hours/day, ability to travel via private/public transportation and carry luggage, ability to walk and stand for 2+ hours/day when auditing. Must be able to speak and listen to employees and customers virtually and in person.

Most of the time will be spent in the office (Home Office) and marine and food facilities during audits and auditor assessment activities.

EEOC Statement:

SCS Global Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. SCS Global Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.