Quality Manager

Our client is a leading FMCG manufacturer in the food and confectionery industry, known for producing high-quality products and maintaining strong market presence across Saudi Arabia. They are seeking a Quality Control Manager to be based in Jeddah, responsible for ensuring product quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. This role is critical in maintaining rigorous quality standards, optimizing production processes, and minimizing risks across the supply chain. Success will be defined by the ability to implement robust quality systems, lead high-performing teams, and consistently deliver products that meet both internal and regulatory standards.

This is a senior, operational leadership role with full ownership of quality control across manufacturing facilities. The role will oversee quality planning, compliance, process optimization, and team development while working closely with production, R&D, and supply chain functions. The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening quality culture, ensuring audit readiness, and driving continuous improvement across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

·Develop and implement quality standards, specifications, and control systems across raw materials and production processes

·Lead root cause analysis and resolution of customer complaints, ensuring corrective and preventive actions are implemented

·Oversee quality planning and ensure consistent product quality across all manufacturing lines

·Establish and manage process mapping and statistical process control (SPC) across operations

·Ensure compliance with local and international quality standards including ISO, HACCP, and regulatory requirements

·Manage third-party audits and regulatory inspections, ensuring full compliance and timely closure of action items

·Oversee incoming material inspection, supplier quality, and approval processes

·Lead new product development quality validation and production line commissioning activities

·Build and develop a high-performing QC team through training, coaching, and performance management

·Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen quality culture and operational efficiency

Requirements

·Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology, Chemistry, or a related field

·Minimum 5+ years of managerial experience in quality control within the food or FMCG industry

·6+ years of non-managerial experience in food manufacturing or production environments

·Strong expertise in QC/QA, production processes, and quality systems within FMCG

·Knowledge of ISO 9001, FSSC 22000, BRC, HACCP, and Saudi regulatory standards

·Proven leadership experience with the ability to build, develop, and manage teams effectively

·Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities

·Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills

·Proficiency in English and strong computer skills, including SAP

·Arabic language skills and Saudi market experience are highly preferred

**Due to the high volume of applications, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within two weeks, kindly consider your application unsuccessful at this time. Thank you for your understanding.**

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