Quality Manager - Edible Nuts

Torq Commodities; Frankfurt; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading commodities trading company is seeking a Quality Manager in Frankfurt, Germany. In this role, you will ensure that all edible nuts, oilseeds, and grains meet international standards for food safety and quality. You will manage quality inspections, supplier audits, and coordinate training on food safety practices. The ideal candidate has significant experience in the food industry and is fluent in both English and German. This position offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Leistungen

Professional growth opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Collaborative work environment

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years of experience in quality control or assurance within the agri-commodities or food industry.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, ISO 22000, and EU regulatory frameworks.
• Fluent in English and German.

Aufgaben

• Develop and maintain the Quality Management System in line with standards.
• Conduct quality inspections of products to ensure compliance.
• Manage supplier quality audits and corrective actions.
• Train employees and suppliers on quality and food safety practices.

Kenntnisse

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Report writing

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Technology

Tools

MS Office

Quality Management System (QMS) tools

Jobbeschreibung

The Quality Manager ensures that all edible nuts, oilseeds, and grains handled by the company meet international food safety, quality, and sustainability standards from procurement to delivery. The role involves close collaboration with traders, logistics, and external suppliers to maintain consistent product quality, ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements, and drive continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company's Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO, HACCP, and food safety standards.
• Conduct quality inspections of incoming and outgoing products, ensuring compliance with customer specifications.
• Manage supplier quality audits and coordinate corrective actions when deviations occur.
• Oversee sampling, grading, and analysis of edible nuts, oilseeds, and grains at origin, warehouses, and delivery points.
• Liaise with laboratories for aflatoxin, pesticide, and moisture content testing; maintain related documentation.
• Ensure full traceability of all lots and batches through internal systems.
• Monitor and evaluate storage conditions and coordinate with logistics teams to prevent contamination or spoilage.
• Manage customer complaints related to quality and coordinate root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Support certification processes (IFS, BRC, Organic, Fairtrade, etc.) and maintain required documentation.
• Train employees and suppliers on quality awareness and food safety practices.
• Work closely with the Trading and Operations teams to ensure alignment between commercial requirements and quality standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Technology, Agriculture, Quality Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in quality control or assurance within the agri-commodities or food industry.
• Strong knowledge of food safety systems (HACCP, ISO 22000, GMP) and regulatory frameworks (EU and international).
• Experience with edible nuts, oilseeds, or grains supply chains.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills in English; German or other EU languages are an asset.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced trading environment.
• Fluent in English and German (both written and spoken).
• Confident user of MS Office and QMS tools.

Benefits

• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.