This role is a fantastic opportunity to gain broad exposure across ingredient categories, allergens, and processes while working closely with colleagues in Quality, NPD, Procurement, and Supply Chain. Key Responsibilities: Supplier Compliance - Manage ingredient standards, certifications, and ensure regulatory compliance across UK, EU, and international markets. Auditing & Supplier Performance - Conduct supplier audits annually, track KPIs, and drive corrective actions to maintain high standards. Collaboration - Work cross-functionally with NPD and Procurement to align ingredient quality with innovation projects and sourcing timelines. System Development - Support the rollout of new specification systems and contribute to ingredient standards development. Ingredient Management - Oversee specifications, approvals, and supplier documentation for a wide range of raw materials. Problem-Solving - Lead investigations into supplier non-conformances, implementing CAPAs to prevent recurrence. What you'll need! 2 years' experience in a Quality Assurance / Food Technologist role within the food industry. Strong organisational and analytical skills, with an ability to manage multiple projects. Excellent communication skills, with confidence working cross-functionally and with suppliers. A proactive, can-do mindset and willingness to learn quickly. Knowledge of food safety standards and regulatory frameworks (UK/EU/US) is desirable but not essential. Hybrid working model, with time split between head office, factory visits, and home-based flexibility. Occasional UK/EU travel for supplier audits. A supportive team environment with exposure to diverse ingredients and product innovation. This is Fixed Term Contract for 12 Months As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)