Global Product Manager, SQF

About this role

Company Description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

The Global Product Manager, SQF ensures that the certification services related to the Food and other relevant industries are successful and have long-term viability. The main responsibilities and purpose of this role are:

• Overall responsibility for the successful management of SQF ensuring the global operation is efficient and meets the expectations of SGS markets (affiliates), external clients, scheme owners and accreditation bodies.
• Ensure global internal and external KPIs are met, and all relevant approvals and accreditations are maintained to safeguard the SGS business and reputation.
• Provide overall commercial strategy and go-to-market (GTM) guidance for affiliates to facilitate product growth in key countries and regions.
• Digital mindset to track competitors' products, research and monitor market trends and to help improve the efficiency of the global SQF growth strategy.

Operational

• Manage the Global SQF team in multiple locations effectively to ensure the team remains competent, motivated and efficient.
• Maintain full knowledge and understanding of SGS IT systems, procedures and external approval criteria to conduct audit report reviews and allow efficient management of technical review and certification decision process.
• Develop relevant internal and external KPIs and monitor them to facilitate decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure all relevant accreditations and approvals are adhered to, in order to safeguard the SGS business and brand reputation.
• Manage the launch of new SQF schemes and revisions.
• Manage the costs and expenses of department effectively to ...