Senior Supplier FSQA Manager

Little Spoon

4d•$100,000 - $120,000

About The Position

Little Spoon is seeking a Senior Supplier Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) Manager to help ensure product safety, quality, and consistency as the company grows. The role leads food safety and quality initiatives across an expanding network of suppliers and fulfillment partners, supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality meals and snacks to families nationwide. It is a highly collaborative position suited to someone who is detail-oriented, solutions-driven, and passionate about food safety and continuous improvement. The manager will lead supplier qualification and performance monitoring, conduct audits and production trials, oversee corrective and preventive actions, and implement food safety standards and regulatory requirements across the supplier network. The role partners with Operations, Product, FSQA, and Regulatory teams, and uses AI tools and emerging technologies to improve workflows and decision-making. The position can be performed remotely or from the NYC office, involves travel up to 60%, and reports to the VP of Food Safety, Quality & Regulatory.

Requirements

8–10 years of experience in food safety, quality assurance, and supplier management within the food industry.
Strong knowledge of FDA and USDA regulations, including FSMA and HACCP requirements.
Experience managing a diverse network of food suppliers, manufacturers, and contracted service providers.
Familiarity with a variety of food production processes, manufacturing environments, and product categories.
Demonstrated experience conducting supplier audits, managing corrective actions, and implementing food safety and quality programs.
Strong technical, computer, and data management skills, including confidence using systems and technology to monitor performance and drive improvements.
Experience working cross-functionally to establish priorities, manage timelines, and deliver results.
Ability and willingness to travel frequently, up to 60%, to support supplier audits, production trials, and partner relationships.
Ability to work remotely or from the NYC office while collaborating with a distributed team.
Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and passion for food safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, including the ability to assess risks and develop practical solutions.
Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Clear, effective communication skills and ability to build strong relationships with suppliers and cross-functional business partners.
Strong sense of ownership and urgency when addressing food safety and quality concerns.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high standards across processes and procedures.
Collaborative, roll-up-your-sleeves attitude and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, scaling startup environment where priorities evolve and adaptability is key.
Curiosity and enthusiasm for using AI tools and emerging technologies to improve processes, efficiency, and decision-making.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of high-risk foods, ready-to-eat (RTE) products, and infant or baby food safety requirements.

Responsibilities

Lead supplier qualification, including food safety and quality risk assessments during new product development and scoping.
Partner with Operations and Product teams to communicate supplier qualification status, assess capabilities, and recommend actions that support safe, high-quality products.
Ensure timely implementation of preventive controls, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and risk mitigation measures.
Participate in on-site production trials and onboarding activities for new suppliers.
Own ongoing supplier performance monitoring, tracking metrics such as consumer complaints, product quality scores, deviations, and food safety incidents.
Conduct regular supplier audits, on-site visits, and business reviews to evaluate performance and identify improvement opportunities.
Lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes and ensure food safety and quality issues are investigated, addressed, and resolved in a timely manner.
Drive implementation of new and evolving food safety and quality standards, policies, and regulatory requirements across the supplier network.
Champion continuous improvement with Operations and Product teams to optimize production processes, improve efficiency, and reduce waste without compromising food safety or quality.
Collaborate with FSQA, Regulatory, Operations, and Product teams to support product launches and execute supplier-related initiatives on time.
Use AI tools and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, analyze supplier performance, and improve food safety and quality processes.

Benefits

Equity in the form of stock options for all full-time salaried employees.
Medical, dental, and vision plans with a variety of options.
401(k) with company match of 100% of contributions up to 5% of salary, with no waiting period.
11 company holidays and flexible paid time off with no set cap for full-time employees.
At least 12 weeks of paid parental leave, and up to 18 weeks for birthing parents, available after 6 months of full-time employment.
$250 per quarter for learning and development.
$200 welcome-to-the-team credit.
50% off recurring code for the employee's own account.
20% off recurring code to share with close friends and family.
Equity package and comprehensive benefits designed to support employee well-being and growth.