Supplier Quality Assurance Manager Logistics

Due to growth we are missing a special ingredient. Could it be you?

Step into a pivotal role at Intersnack and shape the future of International Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) in Logistics, Value Added Services and Warehousing in addition to other categories. If you are the pioneering type, you thrive in dynamic environments, excel in developing SQA relationships, and bring expertise in quality, food safety, and sustainability, this could be a unique opportunity to make a difference on a huge scale!Join an organization that values entrepreneurial spirit, teamwork, and your personal growth. Intersnack has become one of Europe’s leading savory snacks producers by creating ‘happy snacking moments’ in people’s lives. Successful and growing, our turnover in 2024 was over €4 bn. Privately owned, we operate our business with a long-term view and commit ourselves to a more sustainable world. We are a business with an extraordinary team spirit. We challenge each other to improve and we empower our people to take ownership of what they do. We know from experience that to become a big player, you must first master being a team player. So, if you want a real career, choose to work where you will be appreciated and supported to grow.

Your BIG challenge as a Supplier Quality Assurance Manager

First and foremost : this is SQA pioneering on a truly magnificent scale! As we continue to extend the scope of our Supplier Quality Assurance team, consisting of 20+ multicultural professionals, we are creating this new position for an entrepreneurial SQA professional who can shape processes, as well as execute them efficiently. You will strengthen quality, food safety and sustainability with our suppliers, working in close collaboration and alignment with the Procurement Category Managers for Warehousing, Co-Packing, Value-Added Services, Road Transport, Pallets and Sea Freight.

You will evaluate suppliers, perform risk assessments and audits as part of our programs. You’ll be responsible for the approval and management of the suppliers in these categories, ensuring full compliance is reached. Where not fully defined yet, you will collaborate in the creation and amendment of standards, policies and programs in the logistics area.

The Supplier Quality Assurance Manager Logistics will be part of the Vendor Assurance - Indirects & Logistics team and will be based in Zevenaar (The Netherlands), Cologne, or Düsseldorf (Germany). This role involves EU travel and international travel.

Your responsibilities :

Develop the Logistics categories from a quality, food safety and sustainability point of view, in alignment with the Procurement Category Managers.

Perform vendor assessment and vendor management according to our Intersnack procedures.

Ensure compliance through risk assessments, vendor audits and vendor development.

Support vendors to provide services within agreed quality, food safety, technical and other standards, with compliance to social and ethical standards.

Work with vendors in case of any non-compliance, eliminating root causes to prevent recurrence.

Manage relationships with our factories to handle and resolve quality and food safety issues to reduce complaint levels.

Collaborate with both Central and Factory supply chain on logistics standards and opportunities.

Identify and jointly implement potential initiatives for improvement that could result in competitive advantage for Intersnack as well as our vendors.

Manage all Vendor Assurance systems and the data therein, ensuring information and documents stay up-to-date for your categories.

We are entrepreneurial leaders in our industry, and here is what we expect from you

First, you have a positive mindset and a strong personality! Working should be fun and rewarding, and you contribute to a positive team atmosphere. You are analytical, see the bigger picture, and prevent problems before they happen. Respectful, sustainable, and mutually beneficial collaborations are your starting point in your work. When working with others to solve a problem, you know how to balance between motivating (the carrot) and ensuring accountability (the stick).

In addition, we ask for :

Bachelor / Master of Science degree in a science-based technical field (i.e. Chemistry, Microbiology, Food Science, Engineering), Advanced degree preferred.

Preferably 4+ years of experience in Supplier Quality Assurance, Quality Management or similar, in the FMCG and / or food industry. Work experience within Logistics or any other service provider is advantageous.

HACCP experience and certification.

Knowledge of Quality management systems and GFSI schemes (BRC / IFS / FSSC 22000).

Preferably qualified lead auditor or proven experience in quality auditing, with attention to detail.

Knowledge of current legislation, relevant to food manufacturing and logistics.

Experienced in conflict management. Project management knowledge is a plus.

Fluent English language skills – ability to speak, write and negotiate. German and additional language skills are a plus.

Proficient MS Office knowledge and preferably database management, including ERP systems.

A valid European driving license.

We ask a lot but offer you even more!

First, you will find a great working environment with many driven and positive colleagues who are eager to work with you. We are a financially healthy company, meaning there is always room to support great ideas. Our modern workplaces are designed to facilitate comfortable and efficient working conditions. We believe in giving back and making sure you're happy and thriving. Here's a taste of what we offer :

Attractive salary, depending on the skills and experience you can bring.

Bonus scheme – with an excellent track record of target-achievement.

Annual Salary Review.

Opportunities for personal and professional growth, including access to training programs and courses.

A company phone with private use.

Depending on the location an attractive benefits package like corporate discounts, flexible working schemes and others.

Intersnack : an international player with strong brands

Intersnack Procurement is part of the international Intersnack Group, with offices throughout Europe. From our locations in Zevenaar (NL), Düsseldorf / Cologne (DE), and Slough (UK), we manage the entire purchasing portfolio of the Intersnack Group. You’ve probably already enjoyed some of our products; we produce savory snacks, crunchy popcorn, nutritious nuts, and creamy peanut butter. We market these products under brand names such as Chio, POM-BÄR, Tyrrell’s, and KP, as well as private labels for retailers. Additionally, we supply semi-finished products to the food industry.

We are not listed on the stock exchange, allowing us to be entrepreneurial and develop long-term strategies. We are a European leader in our industry, yet remain flexible and personal. The atmosphere at Intersnack is friendly, everyone knows each other, communication lines are short, and you’ll be given a lot of responsibility. It’s no surprise that long careers and interesting career paths are the rule rather than the exception. Our official language is English, in line with our highly international character.

Do you want to respond or just want to know more?

Call Martijn, his number is +31 (0)6-58971768, he can tell you all about Intersnack Procurement, the job, and what it’s like to work here. The real story, of course, so together with you, we can assess whether Intersnack and this job are the right fit for you.

Please upload your application documents in English only!

For non-EU applicants, a valid work and residence permit is a prerequisite for this role.

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not necessary; we prefer to engage directly with interested candidates.