Food Safety Manager

The Food Safety Manager strengthens and standardises food safety practices across the organisation. The role supports the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of standards, helps maintain consistent compliance across business units, and promotes effective risk control and a strong food safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the consistent implementation and monitoring of food safety standards across business units and operational areas.
• Help review and improve food safety practices, identifying gaps and supporting corrective and preventive action where needed.
• Contribute to risk assessment activities and the effective control of food safety risks in manufacturing operations.
• Work with laboratory teams and relevant departments to support reliable food safety processes and the use of appropriate controls.
• Coordinate with regulatory authorities and relevant stakeholders to support compliance with applicable food safety requirements.
• Promote a shared food safety culture through clear communication, consistent standards, and practical support for operating teams.

Requirements and Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Safety, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Seven to nine years of experience in the food manufacturing industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in implementing and maintaining food safety systems.
• Experience in a laboratory setting, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance, including work with relevant authorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in Arabic and English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Skills and Competencies

The role requires sound knowledge of food safety systems, risk management, regulatory requirements, laboratory work, and manufacturing practices. Strong communication is important when explaining standards and coordinating with colleagues, auditors, and relevant authorities.

Employment Details

Company: Almarai. Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Employment type: Full Time. Salary details and an application closing date were not specified in the available listing details.

The successful candidate will be able to support consistent standards across different operations and contribute to continuous improvement rather than treating compliance as a one-time activity. This is a full-time position in Riyadh.