SENIOR SPECIALIST QUALITY SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT, EEMEA

«Mondelēz Ukraine» («Kraft Foods Ukraine») is a part of international group of companies Mondelēz International –largest producer of the chocolate, biscuits and candies, and the second one in producing of the gum. Our famous international and Ukrainian brands are «Jacobs»,«Milka», «Korona», «ChipsLYUKS».

Every day we are producing the whole world popular brands, which are creating delicious moments of joy. We are having power of global business and thirst for new victories. We do believe that all of this is possible only with help of talented and inspired people.

We have vacant position –Senior Specialist Quality Supplier Development, EEMEA

LOCATION: Kyiv, Ukraine

THE AIM OF THE ROLE:

The position will be responsible for leading supplier development program in Ukraine for all categories as well as coordinating supplier development and CI initiatives for Chocolate category in EEMEA region.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supplier development

  1. Provides technical expertise to develop suppliers
  2. To support suppliers, with a focus on suppliers of various Raw Material / Pack Material categories as the key contact for Food Safety & Quality by carrying out supplier technical visit for:
  3. pre-audit assessment - conduct gap-assessments of new/to be approved suppliers to enable approval process (Technical Visit as a preparation for a SQE audit for Raw Material / Pack Material suppliers)
  4. gap-assessments of new/to be approved suppliers to enable approval process before the initial GFSI certification if needed
  5. post-audit corrective actions completion and review - ensure corrective actions are implemented/documented and validated by on-site assessment in case of re-approval of a disapproved supplier
  6. specific quality issues assessments
  7. Drives development of suppliers in quality areas to assure capabilities for execution of specific MDLZ projects (regional, global)
  8. Ensure effective communication with all functions involved - acts as a quality link (contact and coordinator) between local BU, other BUs, R&D, plant QA, Procurement, Regional Supply Quality and Auditing functions to address and solve supplier Food Safety & Quality issues as they occur during supplier development activities at any stage
  9. Provide quality inputs on webinars, suppliers’ forums and trainings, etc.

Continuous Improvement

  1. Drives continuous improvement for suppliers implementing Suppliers Performance Monitoring program by analyzing, monitoring, tracking results and ensuring implementation of corrective actions
  2. Manages and leads issues resolution regarding supplier quality
  3. Identify and support implementation of quality building programs to drive the continuous improvement at suppliers
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REQUIREMENTS:

  • University degree
  • High education in the areas of Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Engineering or others
  • 3-5 years’ experience in Quality, Operations or R&D
  • Very familiar with RD&Q systems such as SMS, QCMS, HACCP, Project Management System, etc
  • Knowledge of international standards FSSC 22000 and ISO 9001
  • High level of project/program management skills
  • Ability to evaluate the state of Quality and Food Safety systems and practices as measured against Legislative requirements and MDLZ Standards and expectations to prepare clear plans to achieve objectives
  • Effective and solid communication skills both written and verbal. Ability to communicate at different levels of the organization and with the suppliers to negotiate and influence others while dealing with complex situations
  • Effective working relationships with cross functional team members
  • Quick Problem Solving skills
  • Ability to develop strong and steady working relations
  • Proven ability to interact clearly and effectively with cross functional business partners to establish plans and maintain timelines to ensure timely and quality execution
  • English - fluent communication both written and oral
  • Strong Strategic & Analytical Skills

We offer:

  • Competitive salary package
  • Good compensations& benefits package, which includes:
  • Medical insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Learning and Development Programs
  • Meal Allowance
  • Rewards Program
  • Work environment, which develops you