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 integral 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