Job Description

About the Opportunity At DriscollaEUR(TM)s, we delight consumers with superior berries from field to fork. Our EMEA Quality Department safeguards product integrity and ensures we consistently deliver excellence. To strengthen our Quality Operations team, we are looking for a Manager Quality Assurance to oversee daily operational quality activities across our regional coolers, customers, and grower network.

Responsibilities

Role Overview As Manager Quality Assurance, you act as the primary operational contact for quality-related matters in your region. You lead the Quality Control team and coordinate and collaborate with the Field Advisory team, ensuring all activities meet DriscollaEUR(TM)s standards. You report to the Manager Quality Operations Africa and support continuous improvement across production, procurement, import, and customer deliveries.

Key Responsibilities You ensure consistent, high-quality execution across your region and drive operational excellence.

Oversee regional quality programs, testing activities, and daily fruit inspections.

Lead, strengthen, and develop quality teams and remote inspectors.

Guide growers through the Field Advisory team to ensure compliance with DriscollaEUR(TM)s standards.

Improve QC efficiency and set up quality activities at remote or temporary sites.

Analyze and report key quality trends and coordinate calibration sessions.

Communicate effectively on quality performance, non-conformities, and claims.

Organize training and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Travel regularly to coolers, growers, and customer locations.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications You bring strong leadership, technical quality expertise, and the ability to manage diverse regional operations.

Education & Experience BacheloraEUR(TM)s/MasteraEUR(TM)s in Food Engineering, Agriculture, or similar aEUR" or equivalent experience. Minimum 2 years in a comparable quality role. Hygiene and Food Safety training.

Skills & Competencies Excellent communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving. Proactive, service-oriented mindset. Strong Microsoft Office and advanced English skills. Leadership: strategic mindset, planning, collaboration, driving results, developing talent.

Other Requirements Moroccan driveraEUR(TM)s license. Occasional weekend/evening availability. Willingness to travel frequently.

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