Sofia Mavromati

Senior Food Safety & Quality leader with 15+ years of experience designing and implementing end-to-end food safety and regulatory frameworks across international manufacturing environments. Proven track record in building compliant systems from concept to certification, including FSSC 22000 and ISO 22000 & 9001, and navigating complex global regulatory landscapes (EU Novel Food, FDA GRAS). Experienced in audit planning, execution, reporting, and non-conformance management, with a strong commitment to impartiality, compliance, and risk-based auditing principles.

Brings a combination of regulatory authority experience and industry leadership, enabling effective and credible audit delivery across complex, multi-site operations.

Head of Quality - Global Food Safety & Compliance - Enough BV - UK, Netherlands, Greece

(2021-01)

• Led end-to-end FSSC 22000 certification (2024), including audit planning, readiness assessments, certification body coordination, and closure of non-conformities
• Acted as primary audit interface with certification bodies, ensuring compliance with FSSC scheme requirements and successful audit outcomes
• Designed and implemented audit-ready Food Safety Management Systems across multi-site operations (UK & Netherlands)
• Established and led internal audit programmes, ensuring continuous compliance and audit preparedness across all functions
• Conducted risk-based food safety assessments and validation activities, ensuring audit defensibility and alignment with GFSI expectations
• Led cross-functional audit preparation during commissioning of a large-scale fermentation facility, ensuring compliance in design, operations, and processes
• Implemented traceability, verification, and compliance systems aligned with certification and regulatory requirements
• Coached cross-functional teams in audit readiness, audit behaviour, and compliance ownership, strengthening organizational maturity

Food Safety & Quality Manager - Enough BV - Glasgow, UK

(2018-09 - 2021-05)

• Built and implemented ISO 9001-certified Quality Management System, leading certification audit process from gap analysis to successful accreditation
• Designed and executed internal audit programmes, including planning, audit execution, reporting, and CAPA management
• Led audit readiness activities in preparation for scale-up to industrial manufacturing
• Supported regulatory audits and external inspections, ensuring compliance with EU and FDA requirements
• Developed risk-based compliance systems aligned with certification and audit expectations

Site Quality Manager - Müller Milk & Ingredients - UK

(2015-01 - 2018-09)

• Managed site-wide Quality Management System, ensuring ongoing compliance with customer, regulatory, and certification standards
• Led and supported internal and external audits, ensuring audit readiness and effective response to findings
• Oversaw validation and verification activities (CIP, process validation), ensuring compliance with audit and food safety requirements
• Delivered training on food safety, hygiene, and quality systems, supporting audit compliance and cultural development
• Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives, reducing non-conformities and customer complaints

Food Quality Standards Officer - Hellenic Food Authority - Greece

(2010-01 - 2014-11)

• Conducted regulatory audits and inspections across food manufacturing operations
• Assessed compliance against EU food safety legislation and Codex Alimentarius standards
• Identified non-conformities and enforced corrective and preventive actions
• Produced formal audit reports and compliance evaluations supporting regulatory decisions
• Acted as an independent authority representative, ensuring impartiality and adherence to audit principles
• Served as national focal point for Codex Alimentarius, supporting international regulatory alignment

Technical Development Technologist - 2 Sisters Food Group - UK

Environmental Health Officer & Consultant - Greece

Trainee Public Health Officer - Greece

MSc - Food Production Management - University of Nottingham

MSc - Public Health - University of Essex

BSc - Public Hygiene - University of West Attica