Raw Material Quality Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Take ownership of and enhance the audit and qualification program for raw material and packaging suppliers, which includes ingredient providers, packaging partners, and third-party warehouses.

• Spearhead the onboarding and qualification process for new raw material and packaging suppliers, executing both remote and on-site audits in compliance with cGMP, FSMA, GFSI, and internal standards.

• Create a standard requirement for raw materials and establish KPI measurements, aligning with the Ryze Above standard to enhance raw material inspections and performance.

• Manage raw material specifications and technical documentation, promoting excellence in spec format and ensuring the quality and completeness of Certificates of Analysis (COAs).

• Guarantee the implementation and maintenance of RYZE's specifications standards.

• Establish and oversee the raw material risk assessment process and audit schedule, which addresses food safety, allergens, country of origin, financial, and additional risk factors.

• Handle raw material deviations and non-conformances, leading root cause analyses and CAPA initiatives to resolve persistent supplier issues.

• Administer supplier quality agreements and Supplier Quality Questionnaires (SQQs), ensuring documentation is up-to-date and ready for audits.

• Develop and track KPIs for raw material supplier performance and audit results, contributing to the broader Quality data and reporting cadence.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Procurement, NPD, and the Senior Quality Manager on approvals of new suppliers, product modifications, and new product launches.

• Report directly to the VP of Quality.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related discipline.

• Over 5 years of experience in supplier or raw material quality within food, beverage, or dietary supplement manufacturing.

• Strong working knowledge of cGMP (21 CFR Parts 111 & 117), FSMA, HACCP, GFSI, and FSVP regulations.

• Demonstrated experience in auditing and qualifying raw material, packaging, and co-manufacturing suppliers.

• Proficient in managing non-conformances, CAPA, root cause analysis, and supplier risk assessments.

• Willingness to travel for supplier audits (up to approximately 30%) and experience working with eQMS platforms (e.g., Qualio).

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Flexible work arrangements, fostering work-life balance.

• Engaging company culture with team-building activities and social events.