About this opportunity
F&S Fresh Foods lists this Quality Manager, Supply Chain opportunity in riverside, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
This role could be based in Vineland, NJ or Riverside, CA.
Join the Fresh Revolution with F&S Fresh Foods!
Headquartered in Vineland, NJ, F&S Fresh Foods is leading the way in fresh-cut fruit, vegetables, and meal solutions distribution. With the recent acquisition of five additional state-of-the-art facilities strategically located across the U.S., we now deliver to customers across the United States and Canada —every single day!
For over 40 years, we’ve been redefining production and safety processes, building strong partnerships, and creating endless possibilities for our diverse customers—from restaurants and supermarket prepared food operations to convenience store chains and beyond. At F&S, we are fueling families with nutrition, innovation, and convenience, turning meals into memorable moments. By combining cutting-edge technology, deep-rooted customer relationships, and operational excellence, we are shaping the future of fresh—from farm to family.
We’re not just about food; we’re about people. Recognized as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years, our team of 2,100 full‑time employees drives our culture forward by living our values every day.
If you’re ready to be part of a company that values innovation, excellence, and community impact, join us as we embrace our next exciting chapter of growth. Together, we’re planting the seeds of progress and nourishing a fresh, healthy future for everyone!
As our Supply Chain Quality Manager , you will own and strengthen a disciplined, risk‑based Vendor Management Program—with a particular focus on produce suppliers, brokers, and traceability back to the true source.
This role is for a hands‑on quality leader who knows how to hold vendors accountable, close documentation gaps, and ensure we clearly understand who is supplying what commodity, from where, and under what controls. You’ll bring structure, visibility, and consequences to supplier compliance—while partnering closely with Procurement, Operations, and Finance to protect food safety, brand integrity, and audit readiness.
What You’ll Lead & Strengthen
Own and advance the Vendor Management Program, covering supplier approval, performance monitoring, escalation, and disengagement
Drive timely supplier documentation and follow‑up, with clear accountability for late or missing items
Make confident decisions to pause or remove non‑compliant suppliers when standards aren’t met
Strengthen supplier and commodity transparency, especially for produce and brokered items, ensuring visibility to the true grower or processor
Align approved commodities to approved suppliers and prevent unauthorized substitutions
Perform source‑level diligence when risk or complexity requires it
Lead supplier audits, including third‑party review and targeted on‑site audits based on risk, commodity, or performance
Ensure corrective actions are effective, documented, and closed
Maintain accurate, audit‑ready supplier documentation and data across DCN, ERP, and Specright
Close visibility gaps between brokers, distributors, and growers—starting with priority commodities
Build and use vendor scorecards to track risk, quality, food safety, service, and shelf‑life performance
Tie complaints and shelf‑life outcomes directly to suppliers using Specright and reporting tools
What You'll Bring
You bring technical credibility and practical judgment—you understand the regulations, the intent behind them, and how to apply them in a fast‑moving manufacturing environment. You’re structured, decisive, and comfortable enforcing standards while maintaining strong, productive supplier relationships.
Strong working knowledge of U.S. and Canadian food regulations
Proven ability to analyze audits, regulations, supplier data, and risk signals and translate them into clear, actionable plans
Deep experience managing food suppliers, brokers, and distributors, with particular strength in produce
Hands‑on experience with Specright, Azzule, TraceGains, ERP systems, DCN, and reporting tools
Experience building, strengthening, or revitalizing vendor scorecards and compliance programs
Comfortable managing multiple priorities with high attention to detail and follow‑through
Clear, confident communicator who collaborates effectively across Operations, Procurement, R&D, Sales, Finance, IT, and QA
A mindset grounded in ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement
Calm, firm, and solutions‑focused—whether addressing audit gaps, recalls, or supplier pushback, including when supplier disengagement is required
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Agriculture, or related field (Equivalent experience considered)
5+ years in supply chain quality, supplier quality, food safety, or vendor compliance
Practical experience with FSMA, HACCP, GFSI (SQF, BRC), Produce Safety, and traceability requirements
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Cold working environment (approximately 37°F) while at manufacturing facilities. Physical hazards of working in and about moving machinery
Our Values
As we continue to grow and provide leading edge products to our customers, we understand hiring the right people and treating them well is critical to our success. Everything we do starts with our values. These are the beliefs that we share and that strengthen our team. Our values shape our thoughts and actions every day. At F&S its Always FRESH and Always FUN!
F ind the most positive path.
R espond swiftly, accurately, and nimbly.
E arn trust by sharing, helping, and keeping promises.
S erve up safety.
H ave each other’s backs.
F&S Offers
We are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits program focused on your total well‑being.
Competitive compensation package
A robust health and welfare benefits package that includes Life, Health, Dental, Vision
The opportunity to plan for the future with a strong 401(K) including company match
Time to recharge with Paid Time Off annually + Paid Holidays
Career Advancement opportunities and Tuition Assistance to help you achieve your goals and continue your career growth.
F&S is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Join us in shaping the future of F&S Fresh Foods!
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Worksite address
riverside, CA, 92504, US
Who can apply
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