Management of Corporate Quality Program: Oversee the implementation and administration of the Corporate Quality program within the agricultural sector, ensuring alignment with company standards and objectives.
Gap Analysis of IMS: Conduct comprehensive gap analyses of the Integrated Management System (IMS) to identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with agricultural quality standards.
Review of Corporate Procedures / Forms: Regularly review and update corporate procedures and forms to ensure they adhere to the highest quality standards in agricultural operations.
Consultancy on Improvements: Provide expert consultancy to various departments on quality improvements, offering guidance on local and international compliance specific to the agricultural industry.
Quality Requirements: Establish quality requirements based on local agricultural legislation and corporate specifications/procedures.
Supplier Evaluation Management: Maintain and manage the supplier evaluation process to ensure all agricultural suppliers meet corporate quality standards.
Review of AVL Documentation: Ensure the accuracy and completeness of the Approved Vendor List (AVL) documentation.
Traceability System Setup: Implement a robust traceability system for agricultural production lines to ensure product quality and safety.
Executive Meetings: Conduct weekly and monthly meetings with the CEO to discuss quality assurance progress and strategies.
Quality Personnel Management: Attract, hire, and manage quality personnel, fostering a team capable of upholding agricultural quality standards.
Criticality Assessment Participation: Attend and contribute to criticality assessments for product/service purchases to ensure quality considerations are prioritized.
Audit Management: Manage and conduct internal and supplier audits to ensure compliance with quality standards.
Supplier Meetings: Arrange and lead meetings with suppliers to address and resolve quality-related issues.
Quality Control:
Setting Quality Control Requirements: Define and establish quality control requirements for all agricultural activities.
Quality Control Personnel Management: Supervise and manage the quality control team, ensuring they are equipped to perform their duties effectively.
Budget Estimation: Estimate and manage the budget for inspection costs, time, and resources.
Material Receipt Inspections: Arrange and oversee inspections of received materials to ensure they meet specified quality standards.
Laboratory Management: Manage company and third-party laboratories involved in agricultural quality testing and analysis.
Business Process Improvement:
Consultancy on Business Processes: Provide expert consultancy on setting up and optimizing business processes within the agricultural sector.
Task Management System: Develop and implement a task management system to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
Identify KPIs: Identify and establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor and enhance the quality and efficiency of agricultural processes.
Candidate Requirements:
Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Quality Management, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications in quality management are preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in quality assurance and control within the agricultural sector, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of agricultural quality standards, local and international compliance regulations, and best practices in quality management.
Skills:
Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct detailed gap analyses and develop actionable improvement plans.
Excellent organizational and project management skills.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of providing consultancy and leading cross-departmental initiatives.
Proficiency in using quality management software and tools.
Ability to manage and lead a team, with a focus on fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
