Food Safety Compliance Manager

Williams-Sonoma•San Francisco, CA

5h•$90,000 - $100,000

About The Position

This role will oversee and monitor all aspects of Food Safety/Defense and Quality Assurance (including recall procedures), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP’s), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), Preventive Controls, and Food Defense Plans

Requirements

Excellent knowledge on food product category: ingredients, raw materials, manufacturing, and quality levels
Good understanding about the manufacturing processes and technologies
Convert strategy into tactics and set operational plans and secure execution in the product category/region/specific area of responsibility.
Excellent written and oral communication
Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience in leading quality assurance teams.
Understanding of product and materials value chain and cost aspects.
Process oriented with good analytical and structured approach
Capability to build trust and relationships through effective communication
Result oriented, high energy and self-driven way of working to deliver better products to exceed customer expectations
Ability to make decisions and solve problems with a holistic view in sourcing business
Capability to lead projects, seek efficiencies in processes and secure implementation
Eager to build network and relations and coach others
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related field with minimum 5 years’ combined experience
Minimum 3-5 years of food industry background/experience with food safety/quality knowledge required
Experience with Sanitary Transportation, FSMA, HACCP plan design, measurement, documentation, & training required
3-5 years of food industry background/experience with food safety/quality knowledge required
Demonstrated knowledge with FDA (FSMA) & USDA regulatory requirements and food safety systems
Deep understanding of microbiology, hazard analysis, developing standards, managing processes, methods, and procedures, improving processes, dealing with complexity, and problem solving
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize required
Strong interpersonal skills required, including the ability to relate and positively influence at all organizational levels
Technical understanding, and reporting research results

Nice To Haves

Experience in a food manufacturing and/or distribution environment, preferred
HACCP, human food PCQI, and FSVP QI certificate of training, Food Defense experience/knowledge a plus.
Auditor certification strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Execute and routinely update all corporate food safety related strategies, policies, and procedures; maintain open communication with all related departments to address the identification of food safety hazards and process improvement opportunities.
Establish, conduct, and oversee FSQA internal and/or third party GFSI scheme audits of high-risk suppliers and co-packers to ensure FSMA, FDA, and USDA compliance.
Develop, maintain, and continuously improve departmental policies, standard operating procedures, work instructions, templates, and other required documents.
Ensure compliance with applicable food safety regulatory requirements (Federal, State/Provincial and, Local) including USDA, FDA, FSVP, and Importing. This extends to product information and product label review and/or consult with third party label expert, approval, and creation to comply with applicable food safety regulatory requirements (Federal, State/Provincial and, Local) for ingredients, allergens, country of origin, and nutrition information for WSI’s private label products. This also extends to food safety regulatory programs for WSI’s transportation of food products on WSI’s private fleet.
Use the document control system to collect, maintain, and update corporate standard operating procedures, policies, and templates for all Food Safety related records. Respond to internal requests for information regarding product specifications and/or food safety for products purchased or re-packed.
Maintain FDA registration of distribution centers containing food inventory
Maintain/update WSI food compliance manual for vendors
Lead the team in establishing/implementing WS food quality standards/pillars
Assist with global food safety compliance for our global stores with third party experts as necessary
Additional special projects related to food compliance as needed
Implement & Follow Up:
The key processes and requirements according to WSI/FDA requirements
Key activities and process requirements according to action plan within FSQA
Follow up with any FDA/Customs requests for documentation on any WSI products as needed.
Inform team of any new food laws and leading the team in overhauling product/labeling follow-through

Benefits

A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands
A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
Tax-free commuter benefits
A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
Resources for self-development
Advisor (Mentor) program
Career development workshops and learning programs
Speaker series