As the leading foodservice provider across the island of Ireland, Syscos success is driven by a team of passionate and dedicated individuals who go above and beyond to deliver every day. We dont just deliver food and drink to our customers. We deliver new thinking, technology and talent to our industry. We deliver opportunities - to ourselves and to our colleagues ensuring that we can all thrive in work and beyond. We are now looking for new talent to join us as we continue to grow, innovate and deliver. Product Specification Specialist We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Product Specification Specialist, a role which will be responsible for creating and reviewing Sysco own brand product and customer specifications. The role requires a candidate who will be: Responsive Customer centric Detail Orientated If you are ready for a challenge, we want to hear from you. Apply today and discover what your career could look like with Sysco Ireland. Key Accountabilities: Manage and Monitor Own brand specifications liaising directly with suppliers to ensure timely and accurate completion of specification templates online or on paper. Create and review product specification for Sysco own brand products providing responses and direction to internal and external stakeholders. Validation of published specifications / packs to ensure meeting all regulatory and Sysco requirements. Issue regular reports and updates on supplier compliance with specification portals. Key member of artwork and legal label approval team. Assist in product review for Sysco branded products to assess their suitability relative to Sysco requirements for product food safety and quality. Carry out product and process inspections and assessments including internal audits. Assist technical team in day-to-day duties. Member of food safety and VACCP team. Ensure records are maintained in accordance with corporate and auditing standards. Report to Quality management on food safety, quality and compliance issues. Point of contact for commercial teams regarding supplier and product on-boarding food safety and quality queries. Requirements: Qualification in a recognised food/science/quality discipline desirable Previous experience within the food industry at Quality Assurance level Experience in food safety and quality procedures and policies Experience with product specification development and maintenance portals Good communication and influencing skills Be a highly motivated individual with a can-do attitude Be a team player with ability to work on own initiative Demonstrates integrity and accountability Flexibility in handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Customer focussed with excellent knowledge of customer requirements Strong organisational skills Sysco Ireland Culture Customer Focus: We deeply understand our customers' needs, continuously looking at ways to deliver real value. Building Relationships: We foster strong, effective relationships across teams, always working together. We embrace change and support each other through it. Clear Communication: We communicate clearly and effectively, ensuring our message resonates. A Passion for Food: We source and deliver food and drink that inspires excellence and creativity in kitchens for the most memorable dining experiences. The accountabilities and requirements outlined in this job description are neither definitive nor restrictive and may change in detail from time-to-time to meet the changing needs of the business. Sysco is an equal opportunity employer. Skills: Food Science Product Technologist Quality