Supplier Quality Analyst I (Remote)

About the Role

The Supplier Quality Analyst I is responsible for supporting Niagara Bottling's Supplier Quality Program through supplier qualification, documentation review, auditing activities, corrective action management, and ongoing supplier performance monitoring. This role helps ensure suppliers and service providers consistently meet Niagara Bottling requirements, regulatory standards, food safety expectations, and customer requirements. The position will work closely with suppliers, procurement, operations, and quality teams to maintain an approved supplier status, identify and mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support the qualification and approval of new suppliers and service providers through documentation review and supplier audits.
• Hold supplier accountable to Niagara’s policies and expectations.
• Maintain approved supplier and service provider records within company databases and document management systems.
• Review supplier certifications, permits, licenses, food safety plans, and regulatory compliance records to ensure continued approval status.
• Coordinate supplier onboarding activities and approval requirements with internal stakeholders.
• Travel as needed to conduct supplier audits, assessments, and site inspections.
• Initiate and follow up on Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) to ensure timely resolution of identified issues.
• Assist in root cause investigations related to supplier quality incidents and product safety concerns.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Procurement, Operations, Logistics, and Regulatory Compliance.
• Support special projects and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned.

Work Experience

• 0-2 years – Experience in quality assurance, supplier quality, manufacturing, food safety, auditing, or a related field.
• 2-4 years – Manufacturing environment with focus on quality, auditing, and continuous improvement. Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
• Preferred:
• 2-4 years – Experience in food, beverage, packaging, logistics, warehousing, or manufacturing industries.
• 3-5 years – Knowledge of food safety regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and quality management systems. Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.

Competencies

• Problem Solving - Identifies issues, gathers relevant information, analyzes root causes, and develops effective solutions.
• Communication - Communicates clearly and professionally with internal and external stakeholders through written and verbal channels.
• Collaboration - Builds effective working relationships across departments and with external suppliers and service providers.
• Attention to Detail - Maintains accurate records and thoroughly reviews documentation to ensure compliance with company requirements.
• Time Management - Effectively prioritizes workload and meets deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Continuous Improvement - Actively seeks opportunities to improve processes, systems, and supplier performance.

Education

• Minimum Required: Bachelor’s degree in food science, Food Technology, Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Biology, Chemistry, or related field; or equivalent work experience.
• Preferred: Master's Degree in Business, Engineering, Food Technology, or related field.

Travel Requirements

Up to 50% travel may be required based on business needs.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel independently.
• Ability to access manufacturing, warehouse, and supplier facilities.
• Ability to work in office, production, and warehouse environments.

Work Environment

The position operates in a combination of office, manufacturing, warehouse, and supplier facility environments. Appropriate personal protective equipment may be required during facility visits.

Certifications/Licenses

• Preferred:
• Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI)
• GMP Auditor Training
• Root Cause Analysis Certification
• HACCP Certification
• Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent
• SQF Practitioner Training

Foreign Language

• Preferred: Spanish

Pay

$62,012.50 - $80,616.25 / Yearly

Benefits

• Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time
• Paid parental and caregiver leaves
• Medical, including virtual care options
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Health Savings Account with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members
• Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements
• Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness, and an accident plan
• Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.
• Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities
• And more!