Overview
Supplier Compliance Specialist Jobs in Doha, Qatar at Qatar Airways Group
At Qatar Airways, we craft cutting‑edge inflight products, enhance passenger comfort, and drive innovation in aviation design. From concept to launch, our Product Development and Design (PDD) Team collaborates with industry leaders to create products that set new standards in travel. If you are passionate about innovation, customer experience, technology, and design, this is your chance to make a lasting impact in the aviation industry.
Join our Product Development and Design Team that transforms ideas into reality and shape the future of airline experiences!
About the Role
As a Supplier Compliance Specialist within Qatar Airways Catering Services, you will play a vital role in safeguarding the quality and safety of our global supply chain. You will oversee supplier audits, ensure adherence to regulatory and food safety requirements, and support the implementation of the Supplier Assurance Strategy. Your expertise will help maintain the highest levels of compliance across manufacturing, quality systems, halal adherence, security, and material standards — ensuring our suppliers meet the expectations of a world‑leading airline.
You will collaborate with internal stakeholders, international suppliers, regulators, and cross‑functional teams to drive continuous improvement and uphold Qatar Airways’ commitment to excellence.
As part of your role, your responsibilities will be inclusive of, but not limited to the following:
- Manage supplier risk assessments and conduct compliance audits across the global supply chain.
- Validate supplier certifications, food safety standards, halal compliance, and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor manufacturing and quality processes, including product sampling and AQL inspections.
- Identify poorly performing vendors and recommend corrective and preventative actions.
- Prepare detailed audit reports and support QR’s due diligence defense in compliance‑related cases.
- Support the development of product recall processes and execute necessary tests.
- Produce annual Compliance & Quality Assurance reports and maintain up‑to‑date audit documentation.
- Work closely with Procurement, Supply Chain, Product Development, and Catering teams to ensure compliance integration.
- Participate in vendor onboarding, supplier briefings, and technical evaluations.
- Provide analytical insights on supplier performance and risk indicators.
- Support implementation of Qatar Airways’ food safety policies and environmental management objectives.
- Assist with emergency response or major operational disruptions as required.
- Perform other department duties related to this position as directed by the Head of the Department.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will bring the following:
- High School Diploma / Vocational Qualification, Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 4 years of experience in Food Safety, Quality Management, and Compliance.
- Experience managing Quality Assurance programs and conducting supplier audits.
- Understanding of halal requirements, food sampling, and AQL standards.
- Strong data interpretation and analytical skills (including Microsoft Office tools, Power BI etc.).
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder‑management abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure, multitask, and operate independently.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to guide and support teams.
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Title: Supplier Compliance Specialist
Company: Qatar Airways Group
Location: Doha, Qatar
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