AM / Manager - Quality & Compliance(FnV)

DeHaatTM, a leading Agri-Tech organisation, offers end-to-end solutions to India's farmers using AI technologies. With apresence in 12 states, 18,000+ DeHaat Centers, and 500+ FPOs, we impact 13 million+ farmers. Our AI crop advisory covers 30+ crops in regional languages & we export to 30+ countries.

Founded by top institute alumni, DeHaat is fully funded, achieving consecutive Great Place to Work certifications. Recognized by NASSCOM, Forbes, ET, NitiAayog, and Bill Gates Foundation, our 14-year journey reflects impactful innovation in the agricultural sector.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Lead overall certification portfolio in the organization. Must have the knowledge of Global GAP, BRC, SMETA, Fairtrade, BSCI etc.
• Must be lead auditor certified in GFSI recognized standard
• Lead and manage the Quality Department for fresh fruits, with direct responsibility for fresh fruits quality management.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across procurement, handling, and export operations.
• Provide training and capacity-building to supervisors and quality staff to enhance operational performance.
• Ensure compliance with national and international regulations including APEDA, AGMARK, FSSAI, Phyto-Sanitary, and global retail standards.
• Conduct quality audits, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce rejections and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with procurement, operations, and export teams to ensure end-to-end quality assurance.
• Laboratory selection for different food safety compliance

Qualification & Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Food Science or Technology (B.Sc./M.Sc./B.Tech)
• 3-8 yrs of experience in quality assurance within the food processing industry
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Power Point); and Google Sheets.
• Expertise on quality management systems for fresh produce
• Proven experience in conducting audits (BRC, FSSC 22000, plant, and supplier audits).
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards, GMP, HACCP, and quality management systems & export compliance (APEDA, AGMARK, FSSAI, Phyto)
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively across teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.