Food safety and Quality Retail Coordinator Permanent, Full Time Flexible in ROI Business Travel Required Join Our Family at Musgrave Musgrave is one of Europes most successful family-owned businesses, with a rich 150-year legacy in food and brand innovation. We're proud to serve communities across Ireland and Spain, feeding one in three people every day through 18 iconic brands like SuperValu, Centra, Mace, Frank and Honest, and Musgrave MarketPlace. By supporting thousands of retail and foodservice family businesses, we make a positive impact on the communities they serve. We're committed to becoming the most trusted and sustainable business in Ireland, and we're looking for dynamic, forward-thinking individuals to join us on this journey. As we continue our journey toward becoming Irelands most trusted and sustainable business, we have an exciting opportunity for a successful candidate to join our team as Food safety and Quality Retail Coordinator. This role is primarily responsible for the management and improvement of Retail Food Safety standards within SuperValu and Centra thereby ensuring that Retail Food Safety standards are best in class at all times. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic environment. What youll be Doing This role includes specific operational activities as well as long term strategic development projects. Management of Retail Food Safety Standards Oversight of all Retail food safety training programmes Improvement programmes for underperforming stores Promotion of best practice food safety standards Main Responsibilities include (not limited to): Manage Retail Food Safety Auditing Programme in association with Lloyds Register Define and implement Food Safety improvements Monitor Food Safety Continuous Improvement Plans Liaise with Sales teams on Retail Food Safety Proactively manage At Risk retailers through START - Store Assist programmes Promote Food Safety Best Practice with retailers Liaise with EHOs and FSAI on Food safety matters Manage Food safety training in co-ordination with HR team Ensure that the Food Safety and Quality team is aware of and prepared for any legislative changes Key Relationships include: Store Managers, Retailers, Sales Teams, Store Development Team, Lloyds register / EIQA, FSAI / EHO / FSA and Food Safety Consultants What were looking for 5 years+ experience in a Retail Operations role with experience of food safety and quality elements Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact and influence effectively at all levels and with diverse stakeholder groups and to get things done Ability to build and sustain effective relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders Strong problem-solving skills Excellent organisation skills with an ability to manage a busy workload in a fast-paced environment and prioritise Attention to detail Ability to work on own initiative Third level degree in Food Technology / Science or other relevant professional qualification What we Offer or Why Musgrave: Career Development: With a commitment to your personal and professional growth, Musgrave offers numerous opportunities for advancement and learning. Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate team, where your contributions will make a significant impact Innovation Focus: Be part of a company that values forward-thinking solutions Community Focus: Be part of a company that truly values its communities and strives to make a positive impact. Be Part of a Legacy: Join a company with a long-standing commitment to community and innovation. Are you ready to make a difference? Apply now and join is in creating a future where business success and positive change go hand in hand Musgrave is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from diverse candidates. If we can make any accommodations to enable you to be the best version of yourself during the interview, please let us know. Musgrave operate a Work Smart hybrid working model where you can alternate your time between connecting and collaborating in the business and working remotely.