IFS Scheme Manager
pCarat Global Assurance (CGA) is expanding its food safety certification business, and we're looking for an experienced bIFS Scheme Manager /b to help us build and lead this practice. /ppWe are seeking someone who knows IFS inside and out, understands how certification bodies operate, and can take ownership of a scheme from accreditation through day-to-day operations. /ppThis isn't a role where you'll simply maintain procedures or coordinate audits. You'll play a central role in building the program, developing our auditor network, managing technical quality, working with clients, and making sure we deliver certifications efficiently and credibly. /ppWe're looking for someone who combines strong technical knowledge with practical judgment and enjoys the challenge of building something. /ph3What You'll Be Responsible For /h3h3bScheme Management Accreditation /b /h3ulliLead the development, implementation, and ongoing management of CGA's IFS certification program. /liliDevelop and maintain the procedures, technical processes, and documentation required under ISO/IEC 17065 and applicable IFS requirements. /liliPrepare for and manage accreditation assessments, IFS Integrity Program activities, internal audits, and corrective actions. /liliStay current with IFS standard updates, doctrines, and scheme requirements, ensuring they are properly implemented across our operations. /li /ulh3bTechnical Oversight Certification Quality /b /h3ulliOversee technical reviews of audit reports, corrective action plans, and certification files. /liliEnsure audits are conducted consistently, thoroughly, and in accordance with IFS requirements. /liliManage technical escalations, complex nonconformities, and questions regarding the interpretation of scheme requirements. /liliOversee the certification decision process, ensuring decisions are made by appropriately qualified and independent personnel. /liliMaintain the integrity and technical credibility of our certification activities. /li /ulh3bAuditor Management Development /b /h3ulliBuild and maintain a strong network of qualified IFS auditors across our target markets.
/liliOversee auditor qualification, onboarding, scope approvals, competency monitoring, and ongoing training. /liliCoordinate witness audits, calibration activities, and auditor performance evaluations. /liliEnsure auditors maintain the necessary qualifications and approvals to perform IFS audits. /li /ulh3bClient Management Operations /b /h3ulliServe as a key point of contact for clients on technical and scheme-related matters. /liliHelp manage the certification process from initial application and audit planning through certification and surveillance. /liliResolve client issues and technical questions promptly while maintaining the impartiality expected of a certification body. /liliOversee the timely completion of audit reports, technical reviews, certification decisions, and certificate issuance. /liliEnsure accurate maintenance of certification records and information within the IFS Database. /liliWork with leadership to improve operational efficiency, turnaround times, and the overall client experience. /li /ulh3bBuilding Growing the Portfolio /b /h3ulliHelp develop scalable processes that allow us to grow without compromising certification quality. /liliSupport the expansion of our IFS auditor network and client base across Europe and other markets. /liliIdentify opportunities to improve how we deliver certification services. /liliHelp evaluate and launch additional schemes as the business grows. /liliWork directly with CGA leadership to shape the long-term direction of our food safety certification business. /li /ulh3What We're Looking For /h3pWe're particularly interested in someone who has worked as an bIFS Scheme Manager /b, bTechnical Manager /b, bCertification Manager /b,
or in a similar role within an established certification body. /ppIdeally, you'll bring: /pullib5+ years of experience /b in food safety certification, auditing, or technical scheme management. /liliStrong working knowledge of IFS schemes /liliExperience working within a certification body, preferably managing or supporting an IFS certification program. /liliA solid understanding of ISO/IEC 17065, accreditation requirements, and certification body operations. /liliHands-on experience with technical reviews, auditor qualification, certification decisions, or accreditation assessments. /liliFamiliarity with IFS auditor approval processes, the IFS Database, and the IFS Integrity Program. /liliExcellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work with clients, auditors, and accreditation bodies. /liliThe ability to work independently, solve problems, and take ownership of a program. /li /ulpExperience with other GFSI-recognized schemes, such as BRCGS, SQF, or FSSC 22000, would be an advantage. /ppExperience helping a certification body obtain a new accreditation or scheme approval would be particularly valuable. /ph3Why Join CGA? /h3pThis is an opportunity to help build and lead a growing food safety certification practice. You'll work directly with leadership, have meaningful responsibility from the beginning, and play a key role in shaping how CGA develops its IFS program. /ppWe're building a business that values technical credibility, responsiveness, and operational excellence. We want our certification programs to be rigorous without being unnecessarily complicated, and we believe the right people make that possible. /ppAs the business grows, there will be opportunities to take on broader responsibilities across additional food safety schemes, auditor networks, and international markets. /ppbIf you've spent years working within an established certification body and have wanted the opportunity to take real ownership of a certification program, we'd like to hear from you. /b /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
/liliOversee auditor qualification, onboarding, scope approvals, competency monitoring, and ongoing training. /liliCoordinate witness audits, calibration activities, and auditor performance evaluations. /liliEnsure auditors maintain the necessary qualifications and approvals to perform IFS audits. /li /ulh3bClient Management Operations /b /h3ulliServe as a key point of contact for clients on technical and scheme-related matters. /liliHelp manage the certification process from initial application and audit planning through certification and surveillance. /liliResolve client issues and technical questions promptly while maintaining the impartiality expected of a certification body. /liliOversee the timely completion of audit reports, technical reviews, certification decisions, and certificate issuance. /liliEnsure accurate maintenance of certification records and information within the IFS Database. /liliWork with leadership to improve operational efficiency, turnaround times, and the overall client experience. /li /ulh3bBuilding Growing the Portfolio /b /h3ulliHelp develop scalable processes that allow us to grow without compromising certification quality. /liliSupport the expansion of our IFS auditor network and client base across Europe and other markets. /liliIdentify opportunities to improve how we deliver certification services. /liliHelp evaluate and launch additional schemes as the business grows. /liliWork directly with CGA leadership to shape the long-term direction of our food safety certification business. /li /ulh3What We're Looking For /h3pWe're particularly interested in someone who has worked as an bIFS Scheme Manager /b, bTechnical Manager /b, bCertification Manager /b,
or in a similar role within an established certification body. /ppIdeally, you'll bring: /pullib5+ years of experience /b in food safety certification, auditing, or technical scheme management. /liliStrong working knowledge of IFS schemes /liliExperience working within a certification body, preferably managing or supporting an IFS certification program. /liliA solid understanding of ISO/IEC 17065, accreditation requirements, and certification body operations. /liliHands-on experience with technical reviews, auditor qualification, certification decisions, or accreditation assessments. /liliFamiliarity with IFS auditor approval processes, the IFS Database, and the IFS Integrity Program. /liliExcellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work with clients, auditors, and accreditation bodies. /liliThe ability to work independently, solve problems, and take ownership of a program. /li /ulpExperience with other GFSI-recognized schemes, such as BRCGS, SQF, or FSSC 22000, would be an advantage. /ppExperience helping a certification body obtain a new accreditation or scheme approval would be particularly valuable. /ph3Why Join CGA? /h3pThis is an opportunity to help build and lead a growing food safety certification practice. You'll work directly with leadership, have meaningful responsibility from the beginning, and play a key role in shaping how CGA develops its IFS program. /ppWe're building a business that values technical credibility, responsiveness, and operational excellence. We want our certification programs to be rigorous without being unnecessarily complicated, and we believe the right people make that possible. /ppAs the business grows, there will be opportunities to take on broader responsibilities across additional food safety schemes, auditor networks, and international markets. /ppbIf you've spent years working within an established certification body and have wanted the opportunity to take real ownership of a certification program, we'd like to hear from you. /b /p #J-18808-Ljbffr