Internal Auditor – BRCGS Food Distribution

About the role

Our client, a leading food distribution operation, is looking for an experienced Internal Auditor to oversee BRCGS compliance across two accredited sites. You will play a key part in maintaining food safety standards, driving continuous improvement and supporting external inspections.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and execute the annual internal audit programme for multiple locations.
• Carry out scheduled and surprise audits covering quality, food safety, hygiene, traceability, supplier compliance and operational processes.
• Identify non‑conformities, produce detailed audit reports and manage corrective and preventive actions.
• Support external audits, customer inspections and regulatory visits.
• Conduct risk assessments, root‑cause investigations and monitor compliance trends.
• Maintain audit records, report on KPIs and update quality documentation, policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance and training to foster a strong food safety and quality culture.

Required profile

• Previous experience as an Internal, Compliance, Quality or Food Logistics Auditor.
• Good working knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety and/or BRCGS Storage & Distribution standards.
• Auditing qualification or recognised certification is desirable.
• Proven ability to conduct risk‑based audits and manage corrective action plans.
• Strong analytical, investigative and report‑writing skills.

Required skills

• BRCGS Food Safety
• BRCGS Storage & Distribution
• Risk‑based auditing
• Corrective action management
• Food safety legislation interpretation
• Quality management systems