Lead Auditor Food

TL;DR

Lead Auditor Food (Food Safety): Verifying and assessing management systems in the food industry with an accent on compliance, quality standards, and process improvement. Focus on conducting 3rd party audits, leading audit teams, and providing expert guidance to clients on food safety requirements.

Location: Must be based in the Netherlands (Rotterdam area)

Company

hirify.global is a leading global assurance provider specializing in certification, inspection, and training across diverse sectors.

What you will do

• Verify and assess client management systems within the food industry.
• Lead audit teams or work individually to ensure compliance with accreditation requirements.
• Contribute to the improvement of client food management systems through expert analysis.
• Provide excellent service and build long-term professional relationships with clients.
• Contribute to the development of new service offerings based on industry expertise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in food industry, process, or technology.
• Minimum of 5 years of work experience in food production and technology.
• Qualification for 3rd party auditing in IFS Food, BRC Food, IFS Broker, or BRC Packaging.
• Excellent proficiency in both English and Dutch (spoken and written).
• Experience in leading audit teams and a proactive, analytical approach.
• Confidence in using remote ICT technologies for auditing purposes.

Nice to have

• Additional qualifications for ISO 22000 and/or FSSC 22000.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a global leader in assurance and risk management.
• Exposure to a wide range of sectors and international clients.
• Professional development and training opportunities within a large, established organization.
• Collaborative team environment focused on safety and sustainability.