Job DescriptionJoin Our Team as a Certifications Compliance Program Manager at Whole Foods Market in Austin, TX!

Are you passionate about maintaining the highest standards in product quality and compliance? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where innovation meets meticulous attention to detail? If so, Whole Foods Market has the perfect opportunity for you!

About the Role:

As a Certifications Compliance Program Manager, you'll be responsible for ensuring that our private label products meet the requirements of third-party certifiers and Whole Foods Market's own high standards. You will also play a critical role in maintaining our commitment to sourcing products that avoid bioengineered ingredients.

Embrace a hybrid work environment, spending three days a week in our Austin office. Enjoy the perfect blend of in-person collaboration and the flexibility of working in your own space.

Key Responsibilities:

• Certification Expertise: Be the subject matter expert on third-party certifications for a diverse range of products, including food, supplements, cosmetics, and essentials.

• Compliance Management: Oversee the collection of necessary documents and ensure compliance with third-party certifier requirements.

• Organic Program Management: Ensure compliance with USDA National Organic Program requirements, coordinating records and audits.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with Quality Standards and Quality Assurance teams to integrate third-party certification requirements into our processes.

• Supplier Coordination: Work with suppliers and service providers to ensure adherence to our Sourced to Avoid Bioengineered Ingredients policy.

• Training and Development: Create and deliver training materials to educate team members and suppliers on compliance standards and policies.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required.

• Experience: At least six years in regulatory compliance roles for consumer-packaged goods, with a minimum of two years in product certifications like Organic, Kosher, Non-GMO Project, Gluten Free, and Fair Trade.

• Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication, strong organizational abilities, proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), and familiarity with product lifecycle management systems.

• Preferred Experience: Familiarity with USDA National Organic Program regulations, USDA National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standards, and experience with Fair Trade compliance.

Join us in Austin, TX, and help shape the future of Whole Foods Market's private label products. Apply today to become a key player in our mission to provide the best for our customers and the planet!

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