Gellert Global Group consists of many of the leading North American food importing companies (Atalanta Corporation, Camerican International, Finica, Tipico Cheese Products) and has been involved in importing food products for over 100 years. The combined revenues of GGG exceed $1.7 billion. GGG companies provide strength in sourcing, insurance, finance, logistics, food safety and information technology, and supplies the needs of retailers, distributors, foodservice chains, hotels, cruise lines, and food manufacturers alike.

GGG is seeking a detail oriented and proactive Food Safety and Quality Assurance Analyst to contribute to our success by working with our Food Safety and Quality Assurance team to ensure our foreign supply partners are in full compliance with all regulatory mandates and customers’ requirements. This role offers a hybrid work environment based in Elizabeth, NJ.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Manage and maintain GGG’s Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) and Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance Program for assigned suppliers
• Perform Supplier Risk Assessments and review Food Safety and Quality Assurance documents for assigned existing and potential suppliers
• Audit foreign manufacturing facilities and perform verification activities
• Work closely with foreign suppliers to resolve any food safety and/or quality control issues
• Review 3rd party lab testing results and Certificates of Analysis, specifications, and customer requirements
• Collaborate with internal departments and suppliers to assist with customer documentation requirements
• Resolve customer complaints; work with suppliers to find root cause and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor suppliers’ performance by regularly inspecting products, reviewing food quality and safety documents, and tracking customers’ feedback.
• Continuous upkeep of FSQA documentation database.
• Create, update, and review product specifications; evaluate customer’s and supplier’s specifications to ensure compliance.
• Conduct product evaluations for sensory, physical, and chemical analysis

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Biology, or related field
• 2-3 years’ experience in a similar role within the food industry
• Experience with GFSI audit schemes
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of FSMA, HARPC, and FSVP requirements
• HACCP, PCQI, FSVP certified; BPCS certified is a plus
• Proficiency in MS Office; TraceGains preferred
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to work well within a team and independently
• Ability to influence internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to travel (up to 15%) domestically and internationally

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, Company-paid life, accident and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts
• Wealth: Competitive pay, annual bonus opportunity, matching 401(k) with immediate vesting upon enrollment, generous employee referral program
• Happiness:
• Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, education assistance program
• Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role)
• Team Building: Employee engagement and recognition programs, wellness, philanthropic and DE&I initiatives, Company-sponsored celebrations, and team building events

The Gellert Global Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state, or local law. Gellert Global Group is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected].