Group Supplier Assurance Specialist

About the role

We are seeking a Group Supplier Assurance Specialist to join a leading food manufacturer’s newly created group function. Based in Bristol with a hybrid working model (two days remote), you will work across multiple UK sites to shape supplier standards, improve supply‑chain performance and support sustainability commitments.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and continuously improve the group supplier assurance programme.
• Assess supplier performance in food safety, quality, sustainability and ethical compliance.
• Review supplier audits, HACCP, VACCP, TACCP, allergen management and traceability documentation.
• Collaborate with Procurement to onboard and approve new suppliers.
• Support supplier improvement plans and drive continuous‑improvement initiatives.
• Maintain approved supplier records and ensure documentation remains compliant.
• Produce reports and analyse supplier performance data for senior stakeholders.
• Assist sustainability initiatives and help meet environmental commitments.
• Conduct supplier and internal audits as required.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders across the UK.

Required profile

• Previous experience in supply‑chain, procurement, supplier assurance or technical compliance within food manufacturing or FMCG.
• Strong knowledge of food‑safety and quality management systems.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management abilities.
• Highly organised with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Required skills

• HACCP
• VACCP
• TACCP
• BRC standards
• Supplier audit procedures
• Traceability documentation

What we offer

• Competitive salary £45,000‑£50,000 per year.
• Excellent benefits package.
• Hybrid working (2 days remote).
• Opportunity to influence group‑wide supplier standards.