Internal Auditor – Food Logistics / BRCGS

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Internal Auditor to support compliance and continuous improvement across two BRCGS‑accredited food distribution sites. You will plan and deliver internal audits, ensure adherence to BRCGS standards, customer requirements and legislation, and drive quality and food‑safety improvements.

Key responsibilities

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

Required profile

• Previous experience as an Internal Auditor, Compliance Auditor, Quality Auditor or similar within food logistics, warehousing, supply chain or food manufacturing.
• Good working knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety and/or BRCGS Storage & Distribution standards.
• Internal Auditor qualification or recognised auditing certification is desirable.
• Experience conducting risk‑based audits and managing corrective‑action plans.
• Strong understanding of food safety, quality management systems and regulatory compliance.

Required skills

• BRCGS Food Safety
• BRCGS Storage & Distribution
• Risk‑based auditing
• Corrective‑action management
• Audit reporting and documentation
• Food safety regulations interpretation