Senior Executive - Vendor Quality (QA)

About Us:

NuTaste Food and Drink Labs Pvt. Ltd. (formerly Fuerst Day Lawson India Pvt Ltd) is a leading Taste & Nutrition solution provider to the food and beverage industry and brand owners especially food service and FMCG.

Our range of products include from flavors and fillings, bakery pastes and glazes, fruit compotes and granolas, juices & blends, functional energy and vitamin ingredients, to FMCG menu concepts and finished products.

Innovation is at the core of our business. We support, create and deliver premium grade ingredients and products to the food, beverage and industrial industries, providing a complete supply chain solution from start to finish. Our Organizational Objectives include establishing a “Culture of Care” to ensure a happy and committed team.

Purpose

Core Values

1. Be Trustworthy

   – We always say and do the right thing even when no one is watching.

2. Be Dependable

   –
   We are responsible and accountable in our actions.

3. Be Innovative

   – We question “What-is” and work towards “What-can-be”.

4. We Care

   – We develop and celebrate our people.

Why Join Us:

• Career Growth: Opportunity to fast-track your career with a leading global food and beverage company.
• Professional Development: Comprehensive training and mentorship program to develop your skills and expertise.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Be part of a vibrant and inclusive culture that encourages innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Certified as Great Place to Work and Top 100 Best Place to Work for Women!
• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, performance incentives, and more.

About the role:

Vendor Quality Assurance

Duties & Responsibilities:

Supplier Qualification & Audits

1. Conduct risk-based qualification and onboarding of new suppliers in line with BRCGS Issue 9 requirements.
2. Plan, perform, and report on supplier audits—both on-site and remote—ensuring compliance and continuous improvement.
3. Maintain up-to-date supplier documentation and approval records in Microsoft Dynamics Business Central.
4. Support internal and external audits pertaining to supplier quality and compliance.

Specification Management

1. Develop, review, and maintain product and packaging specifications, ensuring accuracy, regulatory compliance, and traceability.
2. Collaborate with R&D, Quality Control, and Supply Chain to incorporate current formulations, packaging, and labelling requirements.
3. Ensure critical parameters such as material composition, labelling, shelf life, storage, and regulatory information are well-defined.
4. Monitor updates in regulatory standards and proactively revise specifications to reflect changes.

Vendor Performance & Risk Mitigation

1. Track vendor performance using KPIs, non-conformance reports, and periodic reviews.
2. Identify risks such as adulteration, contamination, or counterfeit materials, and work with cross-functional teams to mitigate them.
3. Manage CAPA processes for supplier-related quality deviations.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Training

1. Train and update internal stakeholders and suppliers on quality standards, BRCGS requirements, and vendor management processes.
2. Work closely with Procurement, QA, and Operations to ensure seamless communication and supplier compliance.

Support for Product Development

1. Provide technical input on raw material and ingredient suitability during new product development.
2. Ensure timely availability of validated specifications for NPD and commercialization.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in

  Food technology

  ,

  Microbiology

  ,

  Biotechnology

  or a related discipline. Preference will be given to the Postgraduates.
• 1–3 years of experience in

  supplier quality assurance

  ,

  auditing

  , or

  specification development

  , preferably in a food or nutraceutical manufacturing MNC.
• Sound knowledge of

  BRCGS Issue 9

  ,

  HACCP

  ,

  FSSAI

  , and other food safety and quality regulations.
• Proficiency in

  audit protocols

  , documentation practices, and risk-based assessment tools.
• Familiarity with

  Business Central 365

  ,

  LIMS

  , or equivalent QMS/specification management platforms.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a systematic and structured approach.
• Experience working cross-functionally in a collaborative environment.
• Familiarity with supplier onboarding platforms and QMS tools.