Quality Assurance Manager / Fresh Produce / Sussex

Competitive

About Us:
We are working with a leading grower of premium soft fruits, dedicated to delivering high-quality produce to customers while upholding sustainable, ethical farming practices. They take pride in maintaining industry-leading standards, and the Quality Assurance Manager plays a vital role in ensuring that their products meet food safety, legal, and quality standards from the field to the consumer.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Quality Assurance Manager, you will:

• Oversee product quality assurance to ensure compliance with food safety, legal, and customer requirements (BRCGS, TFS, Global Gap, Red Tractor, etc.).
• Achieve and deliver the Quality Service Level (QSL) targets for the business.
• Collaborate with teams across departments to investigate and resolve quality issues, non-conformances, and complaints within agreed timescales.
• Lead and develop a skilled Quality Assurance and Label Room team to meet customer specifications.
• Manage the QA budget and improve quality processes to develop a "right first time" culture.
• Conduct regular internal and external quality audits, sharing findings with relevant stakeholders.
• Manage customer visits and participate in company-wide initiatives and projects.
• Analyse, report, and act on quality data to enhance overall performance.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Previous experience in a quality management role within fresh produce.
• Strong knowledge of BRCGS, food safety standards, and HACCP principles (minimum Level 2 HACCP and Food Safety).
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Excellent communication skills for building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills under pressure.
• IT proficiency, especially in Microsoft Office applications.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field (advantageous).

What they Offer:

• Opportunity to make a significant impact on the success of a leading soft fruit producer.
• A collaborative work environment with opportunities for growth and development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are a proactive, detail-oriented individual with a passion for quality and compliance in the fresh produce sector, we want to hear from you!

How to Apply:

If this sounds like you, please apply via the link. Alternatively, for a confidential chat about this exciting role, please contact Luan on 01780 480530 or luan@morepeople.co.uk