Job Description:

SQA specialist 

[Location] 

Salary: [Optional] 

We are looking for SQA specialist in Packaging to support the right systems are in place to meet Mars Quality and Food Safety standards with our packaging suppliers and review and drive improvement through supplier auditing, risk management and influencing the packaging supply base. 

With the technical know-how and experience to execute a number of high profile projects at the same time, our ideal candidate will also have the ability to support successful internal relationships to understand business and technical requirements for packaging materials. 

What are we looking for? 

Degree in Science or Engineering discipline (or equivalent level qualification) is required 

Supplier auditing experience is essential 

Knowledge of Quality Management Tools and Risk Management tools and techniques 

What will be your key responsibilities? 

Responsible for the Quality assessment and input of quality standards, Q&FS insights, supplier performance in the selection process to define the right Sourcing strategy for the Packaging supplier base and potential new packaging suppliers for the Mars Confectionery EMEA region 

Assessment and confirmation of supplier capability to meet MARS Quality standards by supplier risk assessment, SQA audit, review of analytical data, verifying supplier hazard controls are operating effectively to ensure all quality, food safety and legal risks associated with packaging, their storage and transport are robustly managed.  

To lead supplier audits, representing Mars in a professional way, motivating suppliers and building technical partnerships to deliver against the SQA quality performance measures. 

Support the supplier to address gaps in Q&FS capability and suggest improvement areas to develop suppliers to meet the right Quality standards. 

What can you expect from Mars? 

Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.  

Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. 

Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. 

An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.  

[Insert any additional market/role specific benefits that the candidate might be interested in] 

Find out more about what Mars can offer you by visiting our Global Careers site. 

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.