Assistant Manager - Food Safety

We're looking for a detail-oriented and organized Assistant Manager - Food Safety to join our team in Bengaluru, India. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive food safety programs that ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and organizational standards. You will lead a team of food safety professionals, conduct thorough audits and inspections, and drive continuous improvement across all food safety operations. This position offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on product quality and consumer safety while advancing your career in food safety management. Develop, implement, and maintain food safety protocols, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) aligned with FSSAI regulations and international standards Conduct regular food safety audits, inspections, and assessments to identify non-conformances and areas for improvement Supervise and train food safety team members on proper protocols, documentation, and compliance requirements Investigate food safety incidents, near-misses, and non-conformances; analyze root causes and implement corrective actions Maintain comprehensive food safety documentation, records, and traceability systems to ensure regulatory compliance Coordinate with regulatory authorities and manage inspections, certifications, and compliance submissions Monitor and evaluate supplier compliance with food safety standards and conduct supplier audits as needed Analyze food safety data, trends, and metrics to identify patterns and recommend preventive measures Prepare detailed reports and presentations on food safety performance for management review Stay current with evolving food safety regulations and industry best practices; communicate updates to relevant stakeholders Collaborate with production, quality, and procurement teams to ensure integrated food safety management **Required Qualifications:** 3-5 years of professional experience in food saf