Global Toxicology & Food Safety Leader

Barry Callebaut Manufacturing Iberica SA.; Wieze; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Barry Callebaut Manufacturing Iberica SA. is seeking a Global Toxicology Manager in Belgium to lead toxicology risk assessment, monitor regulatory and scientific developments, and strengthen our food safety program.

You will collaborate with global, regional, and local stakeholders to ensure product safety and regulatory compliance. The role drives continuous improvement of Barry Callebaut’s Food Safety Management System, develops tools and training, and oversees our contaminant surveillance

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Food Science, Toxicology or related field is required.
• Advanced toxicology, food safety, biology, physiology, pharmacology, nutritional sciences, or related training is preferred; a PhD is an advantage.
• Board certification in Toxicology (e.g., ERT) is preferred.
• 7–10 years of experience in a GFSI-certified food manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, HACCP principles, and product safety risk assessment.
• Experience reviewing, interpreting, summarizing, and communicating scientific literature.
• Willingness to travel approximately 20%.

Responsibilities

• Lead screening of scientific and regulatory developments to identify emerging food safety risks related to ingredients, packaging materials, and products.
• Deliver toxicological risk assessments to support product development, incident management, crisis response, and business decisions.
• Build networks with scientific experts, industry associations, and external organizations to support food safety objectives.
• Develop databases, tools, and resources that strengthen food safety risk assessment capabilities.
• Create and deliver food safety training programs focused on toxicology, chemistry, product safety, and risk prevention.
• Contribute to global food safety standards, guidelines, and recommendations; monitor compliance and drive corrective actions.
• Own the global contaminant surveillance program, including sampling plans, trend analysis, reporting, and escalation of risks.
• Provide technical leadership and expertise on toxicology, product safety, and food chemical contaminant issues.
• Support issue management activities and lead cross-functional food safety projects when required.
• Collaborate with research institutions, regulatory agencies, and industry groups on emerging risks and new technologies.

Skills

Toxicology

Food Safety

Regulatory Knowledge

Data Analysis

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Master’s degree in Food Science or related field

PhD advantageous

Board certification in Toxicology (ERT) preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Barry Callebaut Manufacturing Iberica SA. is seeking a Global Toxicology Manager in Belgium to lead toxicology risk assessment, monitor regulatory and scientific developments, and strengthen our food safety program.

You will collaborate with global, regional, and local stakeholders to ensure product safety and regulatory compliance. The role drives continuous improvement of Barry Callebaut’s Food Safety Management System, develops tools and training, and oversees our contaminant surveillance