Lead Auditor - Food

We are a world leader in Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) , delivering high quality services to help clients meet the growing challenges of quality, safety, environmental protection and social responsibility.

Job Title: Lead Auditor - Food
Job Location: Lahore

Role Statement: 

• The primary role of a food safety auditor is to conduct food safety audits. This ensures quality control among foods of all types.
• The position performs in line with the Bureau Veritas Quality Assurance System, including the BV Code of Ethics and the BV Group policy.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

    Preparation of audit Plan and initial coordination with client as per agenda shared by Operational Backoffice.
    Adherence to all Food safety standards/protocols/codes of conducts.
    Conducting audits using updated audit packs (checklists, forms, and tools).
    Maintaining positive client relationships and respond to all client inquiries and concerns.
    Submission of complete and accurate audit reports within established timelines to the reviewing channels.
    Timely addressing all defects, concerns and queries raised by reviewing channels.
    Developing competency to maintain qualification to conduct audits.
    Developing competency assessment packs to achieve maximum possible EA/NACE/Industrial/Service codes.
    Maintaining up to date knowledge of latest versions of applicable laws, regulations, statutory requirements and standards.

KPIs (to be amended if necessary)
    Alleviating the time-barred cases
    NC closure within timeline
    Report Submission within timeline

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
The following competencies are required; 
•    University degree in food related disciplines, including but not limited to biological sciences, food science, nutrition, agriculture, agribusiness, engineering, chemistry, or related fields
•    LA course on FSMS, HACCP, HALAL, FSSC, GG will be an added advantage
•    Minimum of 3-4 years’ experience related to the food and/or agricultural industries including but not limited to areas such as quality assurance, food safety functions, auditing, and/or farm management.
•    Familiarity with the third-party certification process
•    Strong communication and customer service skills
•    Well-developed organizational and time management skills
•    Strong computer skills, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Database systems
•    Willing to travel up to 75%, mostly overnight travel throughout the Pakistan

SHAPING A WORLD OF TRUST - WHAT WE VALUE AT BV

We create trust between businesses and we are committed to cultivating an open and inclusive environment wherever we operate and so do our employees. Being part of the BV family is more than just working, it’s being convinced that you will leave your mark…. in shaping a world of trust.