Certifications and Specifications Specialist
BC Forward

Certifications and Specifications Specialist

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Certifications and Specifications Specialist for a Hybrid position in Minneapolis, MN.

Position Title: Certifications and Specifications Specialist

Location: Minneapolis (Hybrid)

Anticipated Start Date: [11/30/2024]

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Contract Duration: 6 MONTHS

Job Type: Contract

Pay Range: $30-$40/hr.

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

[JOB DESCRIPTION]

One of our globally recognized and industry leading clients is looking to bring on a Certifications and Specifications Specialist onto a full time contract role.

The Certifications & Specifications Specialist will be responsible for supporting our team of Certifications Specialists to develop, maintain and assure the third-party compliance of product certification information, including Kosher, Halal, Organic, Non-GMO Project, Fair Trade, RSPO, and Paleo.

The position will gather raw material information from internal and external resources to maintain paperwork for regulatory, third-party, and internal labeling substantiation requirements. The Specialist will work closely with Labeling & Regulatory Compliance team members to support project and business work.

The position could also assist with the creation of ingredient specifications in compliance with internal policies and FSMA requirements. The Ingredient Specifications team manages the creation of specifications and communication of changes to internal customers, as well as vendors.

This role collaborates with cross-functional partners (Ingredient Specifications, Finished Product Specifications, R&D, Sourcing, Labeling, etc.) to ensure all the right documentation and information is collected to comply with food safety, regulatory and labeling requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
* Degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Labeling or related field
* 1-3 years of certifications and specifications experience (preferred)
* Experience writing technical specifications (preferred)
* Basic understanding of product commercialization process from product design to manufacturing
* Comfortable working with cross-functional teams
* Good interpersonal and communication skills required to effectively network face-to-face with business teams
* Good organizational skills
* Self-directed, motivated and good time management
* Manage multiple projects simultaneously, providing input on end-to-end timelines of projects on assigned platform
* Ability to prioritize what's important and take action
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Products, Office 365, and SharePoint

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 231105 when responding to this ad.

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Job Snapshot

Employee Type
Contractor

Location
Minneapolis, KS (Onsite)

Job Type
Admin - Clerical

Experience
Not Specified

Date Posted
11/11/2024