Why a supplier audit is becoming increasingly important
As a purchasing party, you are expected to check whether suppliers are working according to agreements made. In practice, this is becoming increasingly difficult. Raw materials are coming from further away, chains are becoming more complex and remote monitoring offers less certainty.
Consider the risks surrounding the origin of raw materials, raw material hazards, correct preparation methods, traceability and the prevention of food fraud. A supplier audit gives you insight into how your supplier deals with these issues and whether agreements are actually being met.
This is how we carry out a supplier audit
In a supplier audit, our auditors assess the processes and products that are directly related to the product that your supplier supplies to you. The audit focuses specifically on the components relevant to your organization.
Among other things, we check:
- Whether food safety and quality requirements are met
- Whether contractual agreements are secured
- How traceability is arranged
- What measures are taken to prevent food fraud
In this way you tackle potential problems at the source and prevent complaints and risks further down the chain.
Strong chain assurance
A supplier audit is not only a means of control, but also a way to improve together. We work closely with you to align the audit with your supply chain and objectives.
What this gives you in concrete terms:
- You know whether your supply chain assurance is really in order
- You secure demonstrable agreements with suppliers
- You limit risks for food safety and quality
- You save time by outsourcing audits
- You can focus on your core business.
Extensive experience with supplier audits
Our specialists are aware of the latest standards and requirements and have extensive experience with supplier audits. They objectively assess whether suppliers work and deliver according to the correct guidelines.
Based on their findings, you will receive clear insights and practical advice. We conduct each audit fully customized.
Together we determine:
- What exactly will be audited
- Where the focus lies
- How much time and capacity is needed.
Supplier audit training
At Normec Foodcare, you also have the opportunity to take a Supplier Audit training course. In this training you learn to perform effective supplier audits with attention to the important relationship with your supplier. Together you look for opportunities for improvement.
The NVWA has explained in info sheet 64 that the supplier audit is a valuable tool to control the hazards associated with food purchasing. This way you not only strengthen your current chain, but also your future cooperation.
Frequently asked questions about supplier audits
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A supplier audit is a review of processes and products at a supplier to verify compliance with agreements.
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Especially when chains become more complex or remote monitoring does not provide sufficient assurance.
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Food safety, quality, traceability, contract agreements and food fraud risks, among others.
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Yes. We tailor each supplier audit to your needs, risks and supply chain.
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Yes. Through the Supplier Audit training at Normec Foodcare.