Director, Export - Food Safety and Quality Assurance

Gcimanagement; Newport; On-site; GBP 81,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

A food distribution leader in Newport is seeking an experienced Director, Export for Food Safety and Quality Assurance. The role involves management of import/export processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and overseeing licensing and documentation. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership skills and experience in managing customs processes. Join a global leader in foodservice distribution and contribute to our operational success.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing import/export operations.
• Strong understanding of customs regulations.
• Leadership experience in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and plan the import process from start to finish.
• Oversee the issue of import licenses and transactions.
• Ensure compliance with government laws and customs regulations.

Skills

Management

Customs documentation

Import and export knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Director, Export - Food Safety and Quality Assurance page is loaded## Director, Export - Food Safety and Quality Assurancelocations: Newport Southern Californiatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R231757**Company:**US6469 Sysco Payroll, Division of Sysco Resources Services, LLC**Sales Territory:**None**Zip Code:**92606**Travel Percentage:**Up to 25%**Compensation Range:**$108,800.00 - $163,200.00The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.**BENEFITS INFORMATION:**For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com**JOB SUMMARY**Manages or performs work associated with both import and export administration.**RESPONSIBILITIES*** Managing and planning import process, customs documentation, shipping, and receiving of foreign merchandise to ensure it arrives at the correct time* Overseeing the issue of import licenses and completion of monetary transactions associated with the import in a timely manner* Controlling all documentation related to the export process, ensuring necessary documentation is provided to customers to enable them to receive the products without delay* Monitoring the preparation and dispatch of customer export orders, and planning/directing the flow of air and surface traffic to the final destination* Ensuring compliance with the home and foreign country government laws and customs regulationsLevel: A Team Leader (M2) supervises professional-level employees (typically entry or experienced level) and may also supervise some para-professional employees. Responsibilities typically include: Setting goals and objectives for team members for the achievement of operational results. Problems faced may be difficult but typically are not complex. Ensures policies, practices and procedures are understood and followed by direct reports, customers and stakeholders.**OVERVIEW:**Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.**AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:**Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.