Are you an experienced Food Safety & Quality professional with a passion for auditing, supplier management, and operational excellence? On behalf of a leading multinational company in the food manufacturing & confectionery sector , we are searching for a Lead Supplier Auditor to join their Corporate FS&Q; Department.

This role offers location flexibility across Europe. Candidates can be based in: Spain ( Madrid or Valencia area), France ( Paris, Lyon, or Lille area) or Poland (Warsaw or Poznań area).

In this strategic European role, you will lead end-to-end risk-based supplier audits across Europe, ensuring product safety, brand protection, and compliance with general food standards.

Key Responsibilities:

- Plan, schedule, and execute on-site and remote supplier audits across Europe (raw materials, ingredients, packaging, co-packers).
- Evaluate supplier management systems under GFSI standards (BRCGS, IFS, FSSC 22000) and HACCP frameworks.
- Lead supplier qualification, risk assessment, and escalation processes.
- Manage CAPA (Corrective Actions) closure and ensure root cause resolution.




- Collaborate closely with Procurement, Sourcing, R&D;, and local FS&Q; teams.

What We Are Looking For:

- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Engineering, or related technical disciplines.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in Food Safety, QA, or Supplier Auditing within the food/FMCG sector.
- Certifications: Lead Auditor certification in Food Safety Management Systems (BRCGS, IFS, FSSC 22000) & HACCP qualification.
- Travel: Willingness to travel 50%–70% across Europe.
- Languages: Fluent English is mandatory . Proficiency in Spanish, French, or Polish is highly preferred.

What We Offer:

- Competitive salary package based on location.
- International, dynamic work environment within an industry-leading multinational.
- Key corporate role with high visibility and room for professional growth.

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📌 Lead Supplier Auditor (Madrid)
🏢 Randstad España
📍 Madrid