Director, Global Food Safety & Quality Assurance Excellence (f/m/d)
Firmenich
Barcelona, Spain
Hybrid (minimum of three days on-site in barcelona or delft)
15+ years managerial experience in food or pharma
Master's degree in food science or quality management
Leading cross-functional international teams
Firmenich is seeking a Director of Global Food Safety & Quality Assurance Excellence to lead the development of a robust Quality & Food Safety Management System within their Taste, Texture and Health business unit. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managerial roles within the food or pharmaceutical industry and a strong focus on quality and food safety
Job Summary
The role involves designing and governing a robust Quality & Food Safety Management System that meets global regulatory requirements.
Candidates must lead diverse, cross-functional teams across multiple regions to drive operational excellence and consumer safety.
The position requires being on-site in Delft or Barcelona for a minimum of three days per week under a hybrid working model.
Matching Summary
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Firmenich is seeking a Director of Global Food Safety & Quality Assurance Excellence to lead the development of a robust Quality & Food Safety Management System within their Taste, Texture and Health business unit. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managerial roles within the food or pharmaceutical industry and a strong focus on quality and food safety.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
15+ years managerial experience in food or pharma
Master's degree in food science or quality management
Leading cross-functional international teams
GFSI-recognized schemes compliance expertise
Change management and data integrity proficiency
Nice-to-have
MBA degree considered as a plus
Experience with mergers and acquisitions
Additional languages beyond English
Sustainable business growth mindset
High-performance quality culture cultivation
Key Requirements
Master's degree in food science or quality management
15+ years of managerial experience in relevant industries
Proven track record in international matrixed environments