Supplier Assurance Manager
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Place of Work: Hybrid (Mix of office and remote). Location: St Albans, GB.
About The Company
FBC UK is the integrated company formed by Burton's Biscuits and Fox's Biscuits. We bake iconic biscuits at eight bakeries across the UK including Isle of Arran, Livingston, Blackpool, Llantarnam, Edinburgh, Kirkham, Batley & Dorset, and our HQ in St Albans. We employ around 4,000 colleagues and are committed to inclusivity, diversity and continuous professional development.
About The Role
As Supplier Assurance Manager, you will lead quality assurance across raw materials, packaging, and indirect supplies. You will manage supplier qualifications, control plans, and testing schedules, ensuring compliance with food safety and technical standards. Working cross‑functionally, you will resolve non‑conformities, maintain approved supplier lists, and drive continuous improvement through data analysis and supplier collaboration.
Main Responsibilities
* Develop and issue quality standards for assigned categories, aligned with R&D and Food Safety guidance.
* Ensure specifications are accurate, up‑to‑date, and maintained in FBC systems.
* Define appropriate testing frequencies and methods to uphold quality expectations.
* Support supplier identification, evaluation, and qualification through inspections and sample testing.
* Verify supplier acceptance of specifications and approve vendors based on risk assessments.
* Partner with Procurement to enhance supplier capabilities and drive quality improvement initiatives.
Inspections
* Conduct and support inspections of raw materials and packaging at FBC UK sites and supplier facilities.
* Monitor supplier performance through quantitative and qualitative assessments.
* Lead corrective action plans in response to inspection findings or testing issues.
Food Safety & Regulation
* Collaborate with internal teams to update regulatory standards and sampling plans through risk analysis.
* Ensure Food Safety and R&D requirements are embedded in quality methodologies and specifications.
Acceptance & Compliance
* Oversee acceptance checks, storage conditions, and handling processes to meet Group quality standards.
* Support local teams in managing supplier disputes and returns, based on inspection and sampling outcomes.
Qualifications
Food Safety Level 3
Experience
* Proven experience in supplier assurance within an FMCG environment.
* Hands‑on experience conducting supplier audits and implementing corrective actions.
Core Competencies
* Strong relationship‑building skills across all levels.
* Pragmatic and solutions‑focused approach.
* Excellent influencing and negotiation abilities.
* Highly organised with strong prioritisation capabilities.
* Skilled in creating and delivering impactful presentations.
* Strong IT proficiency, including data analysis and reporting tools.
Diversity Statement
FBC UK is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe in nurturing our people’s curiosity and natural abilities, providing the means to succeed personally and professionally.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Supply Chain and Quality Assurance
Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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