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 Pozna? 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 ) 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 ) & 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.

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