Quality Assurance Manager (Italian Speaking)

Alexander Steele are working exclusively with an exceptional food business that supplies a range of delicious products to UK and European retailers. Due to business growth and product demand the business is looking to add a Quality Assurance Manager to their technical function.

The role requires regular travel (50% time travelling) to Europe and someone who can speak fluent Italian.

On offer:

• Salary is £40,000 - £50,000 doe
• Excellent bonus offering
• 33 days holiday
• Company pension
• Hybrid working (2/3 days in office in London when not travelling in Europe)
• Healthcare scheme
• Excellent career development opportunities

The role:

As Quality Assurance Manager you will be responsible for driving the quality of the product to guarantee the best experience for the company's customers.

Key accountabilities:

• Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers.
• Agree detailed standards with suppliers - Its important that the taste and look of products remain authentic.
• Ensure all products produced to agreed standards and specifications.
• Resolution of quality issues that arise through customer complaints and sampling.
• Action any urgent quality issues that require immediate attention - This could require supplier visits at short notice.
• Work collaboratively with NPD and Technical on all new product launches to ensure product quality.

The candidate:

• At least 2 years experience working in a technical / quality environment in a food manufacturing environment.
• A degree in Food Science or equivalent.
• Working experience and knowledge of BRC standards.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

If you fit the candidate profile and are on the market for a new role please apply with an up to date CV. For more information, please reach out to me on 07837566646 or email tracey.fleming@alexandersteele.com.