Commercial Quality Associate

EMEA Recruitment; Heidelberg; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international FMCG company in Heidelberg is seeking a Commercial Quality Associate to manage quality across distribution and supply chain functions. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and have 1-2 years' experience in quality roles. Fluent German and English are essential. This full-time position offers a hybrid work model, requiring 3 days onsite. This role presents an exciting opportunity to impact quality operations in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in quality-related roles (QA, QC, compliance, regulatory, or audit).
• Background in consumer goods, logistics, or manufacturing quality management.

Responsibilities

• Audit and qualify warehouses and co-packers to ensure compliance with internal quality standards.
• Manage quality incidents and non-conformities, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Logistics, Marketing, and Regulatory teams to maintain product compliance.
• Support label creation and product conformity with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Deliver internal audits and training on quality procedures for key departments.
• Conduct risk assessments and prepare formal documentation.
• Coordinate management reviews and report quality KPIs for leadership updates.
• Monitor quality standards, traceability, and product handling with external partners.

Skills

Fluent in German

Fluent in English

Proactive and detail-oriented

Education

Degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biology, Food Tech, Quality Management, or Supply Chain

Job description

Our client is a leading international FMCG company, home to a portfolio of well‑known and trusted brands.

We are seeking a Commercial Quality Associate with responsibility for quality across distribution, co‑packing operations, and supply chain functions.

Location: Heidelberg, Germany (Hybrid, 3 days in the office).

Responsibilities

• Audit and qualify warehouses and co‑packers to ensure compliance with internal quality standards.
• Manage quality incidents and non‑conformities, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Logistics, Marketing, and Regulatory teams to maintain product compliance.
• Support label creation and product conformity with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Deliver internal audits and training on quality procedures for key departments.
• Conduct risk assessments and prepare formal documentation with Legal and Regulatory teams.
• Coordinate management reviews and report quality KPIs for leadership updates.
• Monitor quality standards, traceability, and product handling with external partners.

Requirements

• Degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biology, Food Tech, Quality Management, or Supply Chain.
• 1–2 years’ experience in quality‑related roles (QA, QC, compliance, regulatory, or audit).
• Background in consumer goods, logistics, or manufacturing quality management.
• Fluent in German and English.
• Proactive, detail‑oriented, and eager to grow in an international environment.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Quality Assurance

Industries

Chemical Manufacturing, Personal Care Product Manufacturing, and Retail Health and Personal Care Products

This is an exciting opportunity for a quality professional looking to make an impact across commercial operations, collaborating with warehouses, co‑packers, and multiple business functions in a dynamic international environment.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we’re only able to contact those selected for the next stage of the process. If you haven’t heard from us within five working days, unfortunately your application has not been successful. Please continue to explore future opportunities at www.emearecruitment.com.

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.