Supplier Approval and Onboarding Specialist (Quality)

Who We Are:

GloryBee started with a dream of providing natural, healthy ingredients for the people of our community. We believe our company is a force for good by supplying True Source certified honey and other organic & Non-GMO ingredients to the food & beverage markets. We live our mission by providing high quality, ethically sourced ingredients that nourish people and the planet. We seek team members who have an affinity for natural ingredients, healthy living and genuine relationships. Our culture is very much that of a family; we are sustainable, we are stewards of the land and of the people, and we are committed to paving a way to a profitable future. Our vision is a healthy world where bees and people thrive. Won't you join us?

The Supplier Approval and Onboarding Specialist role is to execute activities in support of the internal supplier quality management program while ensuring a risk-based approach is used in ensuring supplier compliance with GloryBee programs and regulatory standards. The Specialist provides departmental support and serves as a liaison between Quality Assurance, Purchasing and Sales departments. Worksite is 1680 Irving Road Eugene OR - ONSITE position M-F.

Documentation for New and Existing Suppliers

• Conducts a desk audit review of supplier documentation to aid in new supplier approvals
• Responsible for processing existing and new supplier approval workflow and updating/maintaining vendor master data
• Determines risk of supplier and existing ingredient by performing a supplier review, a risk-based hazard analysis and food safety plan review, working with supplier and Purchasing to mitigate risks
• Maintains updated supplier documents and reviews suppliers based on the internal review schedule
• Evaluates new suppliers for existing products by comparing specifications and other relevant documents
• Provides resolution to customer inquiries regarding product information, supply chain questions and customer questionnaires
• Maintains customer documentation portals including Tracegains, Repositrak, SafeFood 365°
• Revises existing internal product specifications as needed and update ERP system accordingly
• Drafts statements to meet customer and regulatory requirements for QA Management review
• Certificate of Analysis Creation as needed.
• Backup for New-Hire Quality Assurance Training.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree in Food or Nutritional Science, Microbiology or Chemistry. Professional experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
• 3 years of experience in a QA role; prior food industry experience preferred
• Intermediate level of proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint (page formatting, templates creation, basic graphs, emailing, etc)
• PCQI and HACCP trained or ability to be trained within 6 months of hire
• Excellent knowledge of Supplier Preventive Controls related to Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)
• Ability to navigate internal, customer and supplier portals for document administration (Tracegains, Repositrak, etc.)
• Prior MRP or ERP system knowledge; X3 highly desired
• Able to collaborate successfully with cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of allergens, natural foods and organic industry desired
• Strong problem-solving and research skills
• Detailed and accurate
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage short and long term projects, prioritizes workflow while allowing for flexibility

Why You Should Join the GloryBee Family:

• Dynamic, forward-thinking company that is passionate about healthy living, sustainability and quality, natural ingredients and products
• Rewards and recognition for superior performance
• Collaborative environment fostering teamwork and accountability
• Opportunity to work for a company that positively impacts people's lives
• Exceptional benefits program including medical, dental and vision, along with healthy living reimbursements, generous 401(k) match, competitive paid time off and liberal holiday schedule
• Visit our website to learn more at https://glorybee.com/careers

We are tobacco and drug free (to include marijuana) at GloryBee.