Food Compliance Officer

2 weeks ago


Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa takealot Full time

, a leading South African online retailer, is looking for highly talented Food Compliance Officers t o join our Supply Chain Team in KZN DC.

We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hardworking people with integrity to join us. We offer a market related, Total Remuneration Package which allows full flexibility according to your needs, a great work environment and a promise that you won't be bored as long as you are prepared for a challenge and want to build something great.

Job Summary :

The Food Compliance Officer is responsible for ensuring that all food products handled and distributed by the center comply with the food safety and quality standards as per South African food legislation. The role involves monitoring, enforcing, and updating food safety policies, conducting regular audits, and training staff on compliance matters.

Key Responsibilities :

Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all food products meet the South African National Standards (SANS) and other relevant legislation, including the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act. Stay updated with changes in food legislation and communicate these changes to relevant departments. Prepare for and manage third-party audits, and government inspections. Food Safety Management: Implement and maintain a Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) system. Oversee the food safety management system and ensure it is compliant with ISO 22000 standards. Conduct risk assessments and enforce preventive measures to mitigate food safety risks. Quality Assurance: Monitor the quality of products received, stored, and distributed. Investigate and address customer complaints related to food quality and safety. Ensure proper labeling of food products, including allergen information and expiry dates. Training & Development: Develop and deliver food safety and compliance training programs for staff. Ensure all employees are aware of their roles in maintaining food safety standards. Record Keeping & Documentation: Maintain accurate records of compliance activities, including audits, inspections, corrective actions, and training. Prepare reports on compliance status and present them to senior management. Supplier Management: Work with suppliers to ensure their practices meet compliance standards. Conduct supplier audits and assessments.

Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field. Certification in HACCP, ISO 22000, or similar food safety management systems. Knowledge of South African food legislation and international food safety standards. Experience in a compliance role within the food industry, preferably in a distribution center environment.

Skills :

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and compliance management software.

Working Conditions :

The role may require occasional travel to supplier sites or other distribution centers. Must be able to work in a variety of environments including office, warehouse, and production areas.

The Environment :

employees are entrepreneurial and dynamic, smart, customer-centric, fun and have the shared ambition of being the leading e-commerce company in Africa. We have fun, work hard, take ownership, work in teams to create solutions, and are always open to direct feedback/new ideas on where we can improve. We are short on ego and high on output. We are doers and not only thinkers, it's all in the execution after all. We love what we do and what we are creating.

We seek to Employ an Extra Ordinary Mind who:

is forthright but respectful is an expert at doing, who can not only design but also execute is analytical, able to use data to make decisions is competitive, self-directed and strive to be the BEST (GREAT requires a lot of work and does not only happen during business hours is passionate about the potential of e-commerce and delivering a world-class customer experience is entrepreneurial , thrives under change and accepts it is a constant and always looks for solutions to do something better and faster is business SMART. Able to think about problems from a business perspective using technical and product input is curious and challenge the status quo is innovative and enjoys iteration is collaborative will be at the cutting edge of developing new concepts for thinks like an owner of the business. is SMART, has INTEGRITY and is HARDWORKING

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