Manager, Quality (Supplier & Copacker)
Mark Anthony Group•Chicago, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
The Manager of Supplier & Copacker Quality is responsible for ensuring that all third-party suppliers & external copackers consistently meet the company’s quality, food safety, & regulatory standards. This role serves as the primary QFS liaison between the organization and external manufacturing partners, driving compliance, continuous improvement, & risk mitigation across the supply chain. They will align supplier quality objectives with the business, foster a culture of accountability & continuous improvement, & mitigate risk throughout the supply chain.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Packaging, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in QA, Packaging, Warehousing in food/ beverage industry
- 3+ years of experience in CPG food safety auditing
- Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, GMPs, packaging standards, & warehousing best practices
- PCQI for Human Food, Internal Auditor, & Foreign Supplier Verification Program qualifications
- Highly organized
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Ability to be proactive & address risks quickly & effectively
Responsibilities
- Supplier & copacker qualification, onboarding, & suspension
- Manages auditing & compliance to ensure corporate quality standards are met through audit program
- Maintains records of supplier audits, certifications, quality agreements (CoA, Letter of Guarantee, Allergen Statements, etc.)
- Leads & manages supplier development programs to improve quality, education, & efficiency
- Drives corrective action management across suppliers & copackers with accountability to acceptable CAs at the agreed timeline
- Performance monitoring through KPI tracking
- Cross-functional collaboration with critical partners to support risk mitigation & escalation
- Supports governance & maintains documentation for supplier expectations & QFS policies
- Supports continuous improvement initiatives, aligning with corporate strategies that streamline routines
- Consumer complaint investigation & accountability with co-packers
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and welfare benefits
- Company matching 401(k) contributions
- Paid time off including annual leave, paid sick time and holidays
- Extensive opportunities for training, development, and career growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
