Quality and Compliance Officer

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity available for aQuality and Compliance Officerto join our team based in Wilford. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis and in return, you will receive a competitive salary.SLS are the UKs largest independent supplier of laboratory equipment, chemicals and consumables. Because of our independence, we have a unique approach to sourcing and supplying the highest quality, best value products and brands. Supplying to a wide rangeof sectors, creates a diverse and interesting customer base as well as providing countless opportunities to grow and expand.With over 600,000 SKUs, the primary duty is the ongoing management of supplier purchasing to ensure we achieves both optimal performance and price from our extensive supplier base.Responsibilities of ourQuality and Compliance Officer:

• Advise management to ensure company compliance with laws and regulations through detailed reports.
• Conduct regular internal audits and assessments to identify areas of non-compliance and determine whether policies and processes are compliant with the relevant laws and regulations.
• In conjunction with management, investigate and create effective action plans in response to audit discoveries, compliance violations or adverse events.
• Act as contact person and liaisonbetween department heads and senior management.
• Collaborate with all company departments to create a culture of compliance.
• Remain informed and up to date with environmental standards, relevant laws and regulations.
• Communicate confidentially with employees, at all levels, and address any concerns staff may have about ethical or other compliance matters within a department or division.
• Support request for Information (RFI) and request for quotation (RFQs) which are received by the business.
• Provide hands-on team training, coaching and mentoring to management and employees to ensure all staff are informed of any legal changes and updates to compliance guidelines.
• Collaborate with external auditors and HR, as required.
• Facilitate and lead process redesign workshops, as required.
• Implement and monitor a suitable waste management plan for the premises and advise other group premises on local implementation.
• Support the facilities team and the wider SLS group when required.

What were looking for in our Quality and Compliance Officer:

• You will be commercially aware, hands-on, analytical, and logical. You will thrive on challenge and take a proactive approach in a fast-paced environment.
• It is essential that you have a willingness to learn, can challenge yourself, have a strong sense of initiative and have the desire to grow as an individual as well as part of the business.
• IT literate and able to extract, analyse and examine data to provide concise reports and advice to management.
• A Can Do attitude, and ability to be flexible in approach to different working styles, shift patterns and job roles.
• The ability to communicate confidently and effectively across all levels of the business and able to tailor communication style according to the audience.
• Passion for working independently and as part of the team.
• Self-motivation and determination to succeed in a fast paced, challenging environment.
• Must hold a valid UK driving licence and be prepared to travel to other group companies to attend meetings and reviews, if required.
• Must be prepared to work flexibly with additional hours to meet deadlines, should the need arise.

About Us:With a Nottingham based Head Office, but with customers all over the UK, we are a stable and growing company who have an excellent reputation in the market.We have proudly supported the NHS and scientific community over the course of the Pandemic as well as supporting the education sector with vital supplies to be able to aid teaching for children affected by school closures.We are passionate about our people and have developed a strong team dynamic who are welcoming and supportive of new individuals joining the company.We are also proud to be a Living Wage Employer.We offer support, training and ongoing development as well as giving you further career opportunities and promotions.We offer a competitive salary, 25 days holiday, annual profit share bonus, NEST pension contribution and free onsite parking. We are accessible by Tram being based within a few minutes walk of the nearest tram stop.To apply for this Quality and Compliance Officerrole please click Apply now! we would love to hear from you!