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SGS

Global Product Manager – Sustainable Seafood Certification, MSC/ASC

SGS

. Manage the global MSC/ASC certification schemes to ensure efficient operation and long-term viability .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • IrelandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates extensive knowledge of MSC/ASC Seafood Certification and relevant regulations, with strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills. Proficient in managing global teams and developing commercial strategies to drive product growth while ensuring compliance with food safety standards.

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MSC/ASC Seafood CertificationFood Safety ComplianceTeam LeadershipAnalytical SkillsMicrosoft 365 Proficiency

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Hard Skills
Audit ExperienceRegulatory IntelligenceCommercial Proposal PreparationMulti-Site ProposalsIntegrated Audit ProposalsKPI DevelopmentTechnical WritingMarket Trend AnalysisGo-To-Market StrategyAccreditation Maintenance
Soft Skills
Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsAttention to DetailProblem-Solving SkillsAbility to Multi-Task
Tools & Technologies
SGS IT SystemsMicrosoft 365Copilot 365AI-Powered Productivity Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
Lead Auditor QualificationISO 17065 Accreditation
Industry Keywords
Food AquacultureQuality SystemsCertificationAuditingGlobal Food Certification

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Manage the global MSC/ASC certification schemes to ensure efficient operation and long-term viability
  • Ensure global internal and external KPIs are met and approvals and accreditations are maintained
  • Provide commercial strategy and go-to-market guidance for affiliates to support product growth
  • Track competitors, research market trends and improve the global MSC/ASC growth strategy
  • Manage the global MSC/ASC team across multiple locations
  • Maintain knowledge of SGS IT systems, procedures and external approval criteria
  • Conduct audit report reviews and manage technical review and certification decision processes
  • Develop and monitor KPIs to support decision-making and continuous improvement
  • Manage scheme launches and revisions
  • Manage department costs and expenses to support P&L targets
  • Conduct performance reviews and lead recruitment activities
  • Act as global MSC/ASC technical expert and communicate scheme requirements to stakeholders
  • Achieve and maintain required MSC/ASC accreditations and monitor regulatory evolution
  • Maintain relationships with MSC/ASC scheme technical management and senior leadership
  • Collaborate with other Product Managers on globally managed food schemes
  • Participate in scheme owner committees and working groups
  • Provide subject matter expertise to the Global Food Team, International Sales and Global Key Account Managers
  • Develop business plans for product growth in key countries and regions
  • Collaborate with Marketing on product-specific marketing materials
  • Contribute to Food Assurance business objectives
  • Follow SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct and health and safety policies
  • Report to the Global Food Certification Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Extensive knowledge and experience of the MSC/ASC Seafood Certification business and relevant regulations
  • Excellent understanding of food aquaculture and quality systems in a certification and auditing context
  • Background from a Certified Body is a must have
  • Experience with compliance, food safety and regulatory intelligence platforms
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong team leadership and people management skills
  • Business/commercial acumen to support go-to-market strategies
  • Excellent verbal, presentation and technical writing skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to build trusted relationships at all levels within and outside the organization
  • Attention to detail and ability to multi-task effectively and work under pressure
  • Ability to manage conflicting priorities across multiple countries or projects
  • Fluent in the English language
  • Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
  • Experience with Copilot 365 and/or similar AI-powered productivity and decision-support tools
  • Lead auditor level qualification in the specific product, including required food processing industry experience (desirable)
  • Experience managing or working with remote teams (desirable)
  • Extensive audit experience, including commercial proposal preparation, multi-site proposals and Integrated Audit proposals (desirable)
  • Responsibility for maintaining accreditation against ISO 17065 (desirable)
  • Work experience within a large multinational company and managing communication within a large network (desirable)
  • Valid right to work in the candidate's country of residence

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Flexible schedule and hybrid/remote model
  • SGS university and Campus for continuous learning options
  • Multinational environment with colleagues from multiple continents
  • Benefits platform
  • Supportive and inclusive work environment
  • Professional growth and personal development opportunities