SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 98,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,700 offices and laboratories around the world.

The jobholder is responsible the technical review of IFS audit reports. More specifically: 

• To ensure that Technical Reviews and Certification Decisions are done in accordance with SGS procedures and IFS requirements to ensure that customers receive certificates in the required timescales.
• To gain and maintain a knowledge and understanding of SGS procedures and external approval criteria to allow efficient and effective IFS contract approvals for affiliates.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Work with Global IFS Product Manager in the on prioritization of Technical Reviews to meet KPI’s
• Undertake technical reviews and certification decisions in accordance with current SGS procedures and interpretations to ensure that clients receive certificates within the required timescales and to ensure report quality does not impact the scheme KPIs
• To ensure the accuracy of scheme owner database to meet KPI criteria.
• To assist in proposals and business development as required and to provide specific technical support to expand the Company’s capability to offer valued services to customers.
• Provide technical support and advice to SGS network of affiliates and customers as required.
• To undertake additional technical tasks on ad hoc basis, relating to IFS, as requested by line managers to achieve team objectives.
• At all times, behave in accordance with the Company’s Code of Integrity & Professional Conduct.
• At all times, adopt a safe behavior by exercising due regard for the health and safety of employees and clients, in line with policies and procedures.
• This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job.

• 3+ years’ full-time experience in Food industry or in retail
• First degree, or tertiary equivalent in a Food related or Bioscience discipline.
• Recognized HACCP qualification of a minimum of 2 days in duration with an examination.
• Broad experience and thorough understanding of Food safety principles, Food safety and quality management principles, food manufacturing processes and key food safety challenges facing the food sector across different categories

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Fluent in the English language
• Detailed knowledge IFS standards
• Effective time management
• Attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to interact effectively at all levels within and outside the organisation.
• Proficient in Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)

DESIRABLE SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Lead auditor or technical reviewer experience in any of the Global Food Safety schemes (e.g. BRCGS, FSSC, IFS, etc.) across different product categories
• Additional language proficiency