Lead of Food Safety & Scientific Affairs

Morgan Philips

  • China
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Develop and implement the company's food safety strategy for China, aligned with global and regional requirements.Lead food safety risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and technical solutions for new product development (NPD) and innovation projects.Ensure compliance with internal processing standards, heat process validations, equipment calibration requirements, and local regulations.Serve as the subject matter expert for food safety risks, including microbiological control and regulatory requirements.2️⃣ Scientific Affairs & External CollaborationBuild and maintain partnerships with universities, research institutes, and industry associations.Manage and deliver research collaborations that support food safety and quality priorities.Translate scientific insights into practical operational guidance for manufacturing and R&D teams.3️⃣ Quality Systems and StandardsSupport the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of quality systems and standards across the region.Oversee compliance with company standards and local regulations for all facilities.Ensure 100% training completion and understanding of all food safety and quality programs among team members.4️⃣ Operational Risk ManagementProvide technical guidance for risk assessments at manufacturing sites, including internal and contract manufacturing.Support the use of quality management tools and digital systems for risk analysis, tracking, and verification.Lead technical root cause investigations for product incidents, change control reviews, and complaint resolution.5️⃣ Data and Knowledge ManagementLead the development and integration of food safety and quality data platforms.Analyze data to identify trends and implement continuous improvement strategies.Share best practices and technical guidance with cross-functional teams.6️⃣ Laboratory ManagementEnsure laboratory operations meet Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) requirements.Oversee lab performance, structure, and capability building.Implement standardized procedures, qualification programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.Support training and knowledge transfer for technical staff.✅ Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)100% compliance with internal processing standards and validation requirements.On-time completion of risk assessments for all new products and innovations.Timely closure of change control and incident investigations.100% training completion for food safety and quality programs.Successful internal and external audits.Continuous improvement in laboratory performance metrics.✅ QualificationsMaster's degree or higher in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related fields.10+ years of experience in the food industry, with a strong focus on technical food safety, processing validations, and risk management.Minimum of 5 years in a leadership or management role.Strong technical expertise in food safety systems (e.g., HACCP, ISO22000, GMP).Experience with microbiological control and heat process validations.Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and cross-functional teams.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in both English and Chinese.✅ Desired CompetenciesStrategic thinking with strong technical depth.Proactive problem-solving and analytical skills.Ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams.Strong leadership and team development capabilities.Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.✅ Role SummaryThis role is responsible for leading the food safety and scientific affairs function across China, ensuring robust risk management, regulatory compliance, and technical excellence. It requires close collaboration with manufacturing sites, R&D, external partners, and quality teams to deliver safe, high-quality products to customers.Your search results0 || !isLoading())">You recently viewedShanghai, Mainland ChinaApply for Lead of Food Safety & Scientific AffairsReference: GC870534Please complete all required fields marked *First Name *Last Name *Phone *Please check and insert your correct phone numberEmail *Please check and insert your correct email addressCV *
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I hereby accept the Privacy Notice.You must agree to the privacy policy.ApplyLead of Food Safety & Scientific AffairsShanghai, Mainland China | Permanent×ABOUT USSERVICESTalent AcquisitionTalent consultingHR SOLUTIONSSPECIALISATIONSSectorsFunctionsCONTACT| | |Morgan Philips Group, a public limited company under Luxembourg law with its registered office at 74, avenue de la Faïencerie, L-1510 Luxembourg, registered with the Luxembourg Trade and Companies Register under number B 177 178.

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