Head of QA

LEADERSHIP AND TEAM DEVELOPMENT

You will lead and develop a high-performing QA team focusing on coaching mentorship and continuous learning while fostering a culture of accountability continuous improvement and innovation

PREMIX PRODUCTION SITE MANAGEMENT

In this role you will ensure quality and food safety requirements at our premix production site as well as that a quality management system and a food safety system are implemented and operating effectively. The quality management system for the premix production site includes all departments and processes on-site starting with incoming goods through production to delivery. The assurance of compliance with global quality standards including GFSI and HACCP is vital in this function.

COPACKER AND SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT

You will be involving monitoring the copacker production sites as well as packaging suppliers and acting as a link for all quality assurance topics between Red Bull and the copackers and packaging suppliers. You will conduct internal and external audits and track the implementation of preventive and corrective actions for both copacker production sites and packaging suppliers as well as the establishment of Red Bull quality and food safety requirements. You will oversee supplier and copacker qualification processes actively managing their performance to meet global standards and build strong long-term relationships with suppliers and production partners.

INCIDENT MANAGEMENT AND TRACEABILITY

This includes ensuring robust traceability processes fact-based decision-making and preventive measures for quality incidents with confirmed compliant handling.

PROCESS OPTIMIZATION AND GLOBAL DIGITALIZATION

Part of this position is driving efficiency and global digitalization of QA processes and workflows as well as implementing systems for process automation traceability and KPI-based decision-making. The optimization and streamlining of QA processes for greater efficiency and effectiveness is key. Furthermore you will harmonize QA policies and ensure consistent reporting transparency across all locations.

STRATEGIC PROJECTS AND COLLABORATION

Collaboration with internal and external partners to achieve quality excellence. Leading and supporting strategic projects to enhance product quality food safety and operational performance. You will develop innovative solutions to improve traceability compliance and operational excellence. You will collaborate on cross-functional projects to align QA systems with organizational goals.

Qualifications :

Degree in food technology quality management/quality assurance or process technology with formal trainings in food or beverage industry or comparable field

10 years of professional experience in a leading role in quality management

10 years of experience in internal and external auditing HACCP and food safety

Extensive experience in quality management within the food and beverage industry including supplier qualification conducting audits and implementing CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions)

Deep understanding of global standards such as GFSI and HACCP with a proven ability to ensure compliance and integrate these frameworks into operational processes

Proven track record in leading coaching and developing high-performing teams

Proficiency in QA systems SAP and process digitalization tools

Strong background in managing strategic projects focused on quality improvement sustainability and process optimization

Expertise in statistical methods KPI-based decision-making and data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau Power BI)

Skilled in conducting internal and external audits to ensure compliance with quality and food safety standards

Fluency in English and German is a must

Solution-oriented mindset and keen eye for detail

Excellent communication negotiation and organizational skills

Hands-on and transparent personality capable of thriving in a dynamic global environment

Additional Information :

Due to legal reasons we are obliged to disclose the minimum salary according to the collective agreement for this position which is 2603.59 gross per month. However our attractive compensation package is based on market-oriented salaries and is therefore significantly above the stated minimum salary.

As an employer we value diversity and support people in developing their potential and strengths realizing their ideas and seizing opportunities. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age skin colour religion gender sexual orientation or origin.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time