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JOB FILLED - Produce Manager, Quality Assurance

Job Description: 

The role is accountable for managing relationships with Loblaw vendors and relevant stakeholders with respect to food safety and quality assurance, from grower/producer level through the distribution chain.  The position is responsible for ensuring standards are consistently achieved and regulatory requirements are met. The individual must have expertise and knowledge in the Produce industry with broader applicable industry supply chain experience. The position requires the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively with the broader QA team, business stakeholders and vendors to drive compliance and consistent consumer experience.

Compensation/Salary: 
DOE
Requirements: 
  • University education or equivalent in food science
  • Strong knowledge of the Produce industry and supply chain
  • 4-7 years related work experience in food manufacturing, processing or Distribution
  • Working knowledge of HACCP, GFSI/GAP Standards, and Quality Management Systems and their practical application in the food industry
  • Knowledge of distribution and handling of products within the food supply chain
  • Able to work effectively as an individual with minimal supervision and as a team member
  • Able to influence and interact effectively with all levels at retail/distribution, vendor and office locations
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Effective problem solving skills
  • Straightforward practical way of thinking and problem solving,
  • Results oriented
  • Highly organized with a strong focus on detail and accuracy
  • Experience with SAP QM, QIM and BI would be an asset
  • Travel (may be required up to 2-3 days per week and could include local, national and international, requires use of personal vehicle)
 
Key Measures (Performance indicators):
  • Process Performance Metrics
  • Meeting QA Objectives
Responsibilities & Duties: 
  • Responsible for performing vendor assessments and driving corrective actions and improvements to ensure capability to maintain Loblaw Quality standards
  • Collaboration and coach relevant parties to drive system and process improvement
  • Supporting vendor compliance where Loblaws maintains accountability for the Importer of Record National Brand Produce Vendors
  • Development and supporting risk mitigation plans for National Brand Small And Local Vendors
  • Drive the implementation of the Produce Vendor Operating Standard
  • Optimizing food safety with responsibility for vendor management
  • Work with and support Vendor Development Manager with audits of Produce vendors
  • Maintain knowledge and understanding of Loblaw Control Brand products, vendors and data systems
  • Remain current with food safety and quality trends, issues and initiatives within the food industry
  • Provide QA leadership during investigations involving incident management
  • Manage vendor scorecards including reporting to business and vendor community
  • Proactively seek resolution to issues according to Management Information reports, resolve issues within appropriate timelines and ensure vendor accountability through review of implemented corrective actions
  • Liaise with internal business partners to ensure initiatives are met and needs are addressed
  • Utilize Quality SAP systems for all processes and documentation

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