About The Role

The Project Manager & Second‑Party Auditor in the Food Sector is responsible for the end‑to‑end management of audit projects at suppliers and food manufacturing sites, ensuring compliance with food safety, quality, sustainability, and social responsibility requirements. The role coordinates internal and external teams, plans audit activities, ensures proper execution, and supports clients in defining improvement plans.

The main activities of the role are

Project Manager & Second‑Party Auditor (Food Sector)
Audit project management — planning, resource allocation, progress monitoring, issue resolution.
Execution of second‑party audits at suppliers, production facilities, and operators across the agri‑food supply chain.
Compliance assessment against standards such as:
ISO 22000
FSSC 22000
BRCGS
IFS Food
HACCP
customer‑specific requirements (retailers, brand owners, GDO).
Analysis of production processes and identification of non‑conformities, risks, and improvement opportunities.
Preparation of clear, complete, and risk‑oriented audit reports.
Follow‑up and verification of corrective actions with suppliers and stakeholders.
Coordination with internal functions (Quality, Procurement, Sustainability, Supply Chain).
Support to clients in defining supplier qualification strategies and continuous improvement plans.
Relationship management with external auditors, certification bodies, and technical partners.
Monitoring of project KPIs (lead time, audit quality, supplier performance).

Role Objectives;

Ensure supplier compliance with food safety requirements.
Reduce quality and safety risks across the supply chain.
Improve supplier performance through effective audits and targeted improvement plans.
Guarantee timely and high‑quality delivery of audit projects.
Support client strategies for supplier qualification and continuous improvement.

Technical Skills

In‑depth knowledge of food safety management systems.
Ability to conduct audits using recognized methodologies (checklist, risk‑based, process audit).
Understanding of key food production processes: processing, packaging, hygiene, allergens, traceability.
Familiarity with European regulations (EC Reg. 852/2004, 853/2004, food contact materials, labelling).
Strong data analysis skills and use of KPIs to evaluate supplier performance.
Excellent command of digital tools for project management and reporting.

Soft Skills

Collaborative leadership and management of multidisciplinary teams.
Clear, assertive, and solution‑oriented communication.
Negotiation skills with suppliers and stakeholders.
Time and priority management in complex environments.
Critical thinking and structured problem‑solving approach.
Strong interpersonal skills and customer‑focused mindset.

Requirements

Degree in Food Technology, Biology, Chemistry, Food Engineering, or equivalent.
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in auditing, quality, or project management within the food sector.
Auditor qualifications (e.g., ISO 22000 Lead Auditor, advanced HACCP).
Availability for national and international travel.
Excellent command of English; additional languages are an asset.
Salary range: 28-33.000,00 Euro as annual gross salary
The possibility to join a worldwide business assurance market leader with strong values and commitment (We Care, We Dare, We Share).
Continuous training and professional improvement.
The possibility to join the DNV’s sanitary insurance available for all employees.
Smart working according to work needs
Salary range between 28.000,00 and 35.000,00 gross per year
Meal voucher (9,00 Euro per working day)
Medical expenses fund

DEFAULT DEI STATEMENT

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

US ONLY STATEMENT

DNV is a proud equal-opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department ([email hidden]). Information received relating to accommodations will be addressed confidentially.