As the Supplier Quality Manager - Licensing, you will play a critical role in safeguarding the quality and safety of licensed materials by fostering strong partnerships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. This position is instrumental in maintaining regulatory compliance and upholding brand standards through proactive risk management and supplier development. You will join a collaborative and technically skilled team that values precision, accountability, and cross-functional engagement. This hybrid role offers exposure to global sourcing practices and provides opportunities to contribute to enterprise-wide quality and compliance initiatives. It can be based out of our offices in Chicago, IL, or Battle Creek, MI. A Taste of What You'll Be Doing * Supplier Quality Oversight - Serve as the primary point of contact for addressing quality and food safety concerns, concerns related to licensed materials, both food and non-food, and collaboration with suppliers, manufacturing sites, and internal teams. * Technical Risk Assessment - Apply science-based methodologies to evaluate and mitigate risks when materials do not meet internal or regulatory standards. * Supplier Approval & Compliance - Manage the approval process for and direct food contact materials, along with non-food consumer merchandise, ensuring compliance through audits, training, product safety testing, and specification monitoring. * Training & Knowledge Sharing - Lead training initiatives for plant personnel and provide technical expertise to global sourcing teams and consumer affairs investigations. * Regulatory & Safety Monitoring - Monitor emerging regulatory and safety developments, assess potential impacts, and communicate findings and recommendations to leadership. We're Looking for Someone With * Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Grain Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field, or a high school diploma with equivalent relevant experience. * Experience in quality assurance roles within corporate or manufacturing environments, focusing on supplier and material management. * Familiarity with consumer soft goods manufacturing (e.g., toys, apparel, packaging). * Knowledge of consumer product safety regulations and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). * Demonstrated ability to develop and implement specifications, standards, and policies. * Strong analytical skills in root cause analysis, risk assessment, and corrective/preventive action planning. * Technical proficiency to support multiple licensing platforms. Compensation The annual salary range is $103,800 - $136,290, which is based on various factors such as location, experience, and skill. Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are also available. What's Next Applications for this position will be accepted through May 26, 2025. After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer. All applicants must have permanent legal authorization to work in the United States. Kellanova does not sponsor employment visas for this role. Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email [email protected]. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, employee assistance program, short-term disability coverage, and long-term disability insurance. Also, voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, as well as a 401(k) plan with company contributions, are available. Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a prorated basis. KellanovaTotalHealth.com for more information. Get to Know Us At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world's best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands includes Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others. Kellanova's Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world's best performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together. Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents, and ideas at work. Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close within the first half of 2025 (subject to Kellanova shareowner approval and other customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing. You can learn more at www.futureofsnacking.com, and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process. The best brands. The best people. The best you. Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. 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