supplier qa senior executive [food].

the job

• Provided quality control oversight for finished product release, on-hold decisions, and coordination of supplier quality issues.
• Verified QA Assistant data entry activities, ensuring accuracy, risk-based evaluation, and evidence-driven release or rejection decisions.
• Performed and supported incoming inspections of supplier materials and products against defined specifications, including backup coverage when required.
• Managed acceptance and rejection decisions for incoming materials, ensuring timely documentation updates and supplier communication.
• Led supplier audit and compliance programs, including audit planning, execution, CAPA tracking to closure, and monthly performance trending.
• Acted as QA lead for new supplier and product qualification, reviewing supplier documentation, risk assessments, validation data, and onboarding processes.
• Drove supplier quality improvement by managing non-conformances, preparing performance reports, and collaborating cross-functionally to strengthen supplier compliance and capability.

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or Food Engineering with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in food manufacturing.
• Proven experience managing quality assurance and food safety systems in a manufacturing environment, including GMP, ISO, and HACCP.
• Hands-on experience conducting internal and external audits; certified Lead Auditor is an added advantage.