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Quality & Food Safety Advisor

Istanbul Kalıcı View Job Description
We are looking for a Food Safety & Quality Advisor who will support the execution of food safety and quality standards across multiple retail sites. This role will focus on field inspections, supplier management, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure operational excellence.

Added 30/06/2026

  • Food Engineer
  • Global food-retailer

About Our Client

Our client is a leading global organization operating in the energy and mobility sector, with a strong and growing presence in non-fuel retail operations. The company is committed to delivering high standards in food safety, quality, and customer experience across its extensive retail network.

Job Description

Field Operations & Inspections

  • Conduct regular on-site inspections to ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and quality standards
  • Identify non-conformities and follow up on corrective actions



Training & Standardization

  • Support the implementation of standardized practices across all sites
  • Deliver training and guidance to field teams and retail partners



Supplier Management

  • Participate in supplier audits and performance evaluations
  • Ensure effective follow-up of corrective and preventive actions



Customer Feedback Management

  • Handle food safety and quality-related customer complaints
  • Conduct root cause analysis and coordinate resolution processes



Compliance & Reporting

  • Monitor key quality and compliance KPIs
  • Maintain inspection records and highlight recurring risks



Continuous Improvement

  • Identify opportunities to improve operational processes
  • Support initiatives aimed at enhancing food safety and customer satisfaction



Supply Chain Oversight

  • Monitor risks across storage, transportation, and distribution
  • Ensure compliance with coldd chain and handling requirements

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Food Engineering, Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in food safety, quality assurance, or similar roles (FMCG, retail, or food service preferred)
  • Strong knowledge of food safety management systems (HACCP, ISO standards, etc.)
  • Experience in audits, inspections, and root cause analysis
  • Hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable with field-based work
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
  • Fluent in English

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to work with a globally recognized organization
  • Dynamic, field-oriented role with high exposure to operations
  • Strong career development and learning opportunities
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • International standards and best practices environment
Consultant
Cansu Özdemir
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7050384

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Quality, Technical
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Istanbul
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Cansu Özdemir
Job Reference
JN-062026-7050384