Auditor

Fair global trade everyone can believe in FLOCERT is a leading global assurance provider. Besides providing sole certification to Fairtrade, FLOCERT offers certification and verification as well as customised sustainability to support companies in their ethical business transformation. With seven international offices conducting business in around 120 countries, FLOCERT specialises in combining global reach with local expertise for its over 6,000 customers. FLOCERT remains mission-driven and dedicated to working with all types of organisations, from small-scale producers to internationally recognised brands, to promote fairness in global trade. As a People and Planet First verified organisation, FLOCERT is proud to be recognised as an enterprise prioritising social and environmental goals. Visit flocert.net for more information. Description Carry out FLOCERT audits against Fairtrade International Trade Standards in North America (United States and Canada) for various products. Freelance[1] based on mutual agreement and number of available auditsLocation of audits: United States and CanadaRequired Languages: English and French (advanced Spanish is desirable)The audit fee depends upon qualifications and experienceAuditor training will be provided by FLOCERTStart date: as soon as possibleResident of the United States or Canada [1] All auditors of FLOCERT have to be free of any commercial or other interests which could possibly influence or be seen to influence their motivation to always act in the best interest of FLOCERT and would hence have to sign a Conflict of Interest declaration. Your responsibilities Performing Fairtrade audits of manufacturing and trading companies[2] in North AmericaScheduling of audits as requested by FLOCERT in annual audit plan and in coordination with Fairtrade customersCompletion of audit reports within given timelines, including identification of all relevant non-conformities in a clear and complete formatParticipate in regular mandatory trainings [2] Trader audits include audits of importers, processors/manufacturers, distributors and licensees Your qualifications, experience and skills University level education (or equivalent) in a relevant subject (Economics, Agriculture, Accounting, Food Science, Agronomy, etc.).At least 2 years of experience in auditing (e.g. Fairtrade, organic, ISO 9001:2000, SA8000, ISO 14001, Financial audits, Rainforest Alliance)Fluent French and English level, both oral and writtenExcellent communication skills and customer orientationAffinity to numbers and data analysisAbility to work independentlyAbility to be assertive, unbiased, and impartial in a customer service-oriented environmentHigh flexibility, reliability and availability to travel in North AmericaMotivation for FairtradeBusiness experience in the trading sectorProficiency in Excel and Microsoft Power BIAdvanced Spanish level, both oral and writtenExperience in working with manufacturers/processors, importers, licenseesBackground in agriculture, food science or food technologyTechnical knowledge of the products: Coffee, Cocoa, Banana, Fruits, Herbs & Spices, etc.Knowledge of one or more of the following certification schemes: Fairtrade, Organic, ISO 9001:2000, ISO 14001 How to apply Apply directly via our careers page: Careers - FLOCERT