Specification Management Analyst (Food Safety)

Role Overview: You will support the PepsiCo Europe - Food Safety team by providing necessary food safety expertise for updating R&D specification and developing new specifications. Your responsibilities will include applying technical expertise, coordinating with cross-functional approvers, and managing relationships with ingredient suppliers. You will also be responsible for maintaining existing specifications, managing tracking, and uploading relevant information into systems. Key Responsibilities: - Conduct food safety assessments and add necessary parameters to food, dairy, and F&V ingredient specifications - Act as a point of contact for food safety discussions during supplier alignment process - Maintain relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers - Review supplier questionnaires, collect food safety documentation, and address outstanding questions - Update existing specifications to comply with PepsiCo Food Safety Standards - Upload all food safety paperwork and material qualifications into relevant systems - Ensure timely processing and delivery of requests - Identify areas for process improvements and make recommendations for continuous improvement Qualifications: - Understanding of Quality Assurance/Food Safety concepts, food microbiology, allergens, and hazards - Knowledge of food legislations and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn computer applications/programs - Strong collaborative skills and ability to work with internal and external partners - Good oral and written communication skills - Effective time management skills for handling multiple priorities - Exceptional data organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail - Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative - Fluency in English - Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Chemistry, Microbiology, or equivalent relevant experience,