UFAS Scheme Manager

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Job Summary

Kiwa Agri Food is looking for a UFAS Scheme Manager to support and lead the management of the day to day operations of the sector. In this role, you'll develop and implement operational plans to meet business goals, support your team in achieving key objectives, and ensure adherence to UFAS standards. This is a remote UK based role, with occasional travel.

Kiwa, is a global leader in Testing, Inspection and Certification. Our company motto is we create trust. We want you to trust us in becoming your employer of choice.

About the role

• Reporting to the Head of Certification Delivery, support the day-to-day management of the Sector, including creating, managing and implementing financial budgets within the UFAS scheme
• In collaboration with the Head of Certification Delivery, develop and implement strategies to ensure the future growth of the business in line with expectations and set targets
• Oversight of reporting of participant numbers, and revenue generation from the scheme
• Create strong relationships with customers and scheme owners ensuring ongoing business
• Attendance at relevant committees, meetings, conferences as required by the schemes
• Ensure the quality of the service we offer
• Ensure provision of adequate internal resource within own sector (technical reviewers)
• Recruit Assessors to ensure a geographical spread of services, also ensuring they have the necessary technical expertise to conduct audits/ inspections, and that they are evaluated and briefed in Kiwa procedures.
• Control and monitor assessments for the UFAS Scheme
• Ensure accreditation maintained across the scheme
• Deliver timely reporting of sector activity
• Ensure a safe working environment for employees and contractors for both physical and mental health
• Ensure talent is attracted and retained in the sector
• Ensure all sector employees receive a meaningful appraisal in line with the companies processes and procedures
• Managing participant technical queries, new participants and developing new schemes
• Bring a dynamic, driven and motivated approach to the Company and support the introduction of changes in culture required to maintain Kiwa at the leading edge of the TIC industry.

Do you have what it takes?

• A recognised professional in Animal Feed, with practical experience working in the feed industry.
• Strong operational knowledge of the Sector
• Lead Assessor training course (preferable)
• HACCP training (preferable)
• Budget management awareness with the ability to work to set targets
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Ability to work and reach targets set independently
• Relevant experience of managing customers
• The ability to work cohesively with all stakeholders
• Relevant experience of balancing the needs of Customers, Shareholders and Employees
• Exceptional communication skills and interpersonal relations at all levels.
• Willingness to travel when required

What can you expect from us in return?

• £48,000 to £50,000 per annum, plus £4,800 car allowance.
• Generous Annual Leave - Starting at 25 days plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy additional leave and increased entitlement with length of service
• 36.25 hours per week - Monday to Friday, home based role with travel
• Enhanced Family Leave - Enhanced maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave with 6 months full pay, plus 2 weeks full pay for paternity leave
• Milestone Rewards - paid and unpaid sabbaticals, charity donations, personal gifts, and retail vouchers
• Salary Reviews
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Enhanced Pension Contributions
• Life Assurance - 4x your annual salary
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Confidential support, advice, and counselling available 24/7, 365 days a year
• 24/7 GP Service - Access to medical advice anytime
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers - Supporting your health and well-being
• Welcome Pack - Filled with company-branded goodies to kickstart your journey with us

At Kiwa, we deliver results driven by our core values: Ambitious, Reliable, and Engaged the principles that guide how we work with colleagues, customers, and everyone we encounter. We are committed to fostering personal development, encouraging you to be ambitious, explore new ideas, and contribute to making the world a safer, more sustainable place. Here, you'll thrive in a dynamic environment with ample opportunities for growth and self-development.

As an equal opportunity employer, Kiwa celebrates diversity and is dedicated to building an inclusive, supportive workplace. We embrace flexibility in hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds globally, ensuring a work environment free from prejudice, discrimination, and intimidation. Inclusivity and equality are core to who we are, and we uphold these values without exception.

If you have any questions about this role and would like to speak a member of the Talent Team, please e-mail us at uk.careers@kiwa.com.