Senior Quality & Compliance Leader - Strategy & Audit

Worldwide Fruit Limited; Spalding; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Worldwide Fruit Limited is seeking a senior Quality leader to head the Quality and Product Management functions, shaping strategy and developing talent across the site.

You will drive compliance with BRC/organic standards, lead audits, improve processes, and align quality with customer expectations while fostering a culture of ownership.

This role requires strong cross-functional leadership, risk management, and a commitment to food safety, sustainability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience leading quality and product management teams.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, TACCP, and certification standards.
• Proven ability to drive continuous improvement in food production environments.
• Ability to translate strategy into operational outcomes and manage risk.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Quality Team and Production Management to drive high performance and accountability.
• Develop and deliver the site Quality and Compliance Strategy aligned to business objectives.
• Provide governance for Food Safety Management Systems and certifications (HACCP, TACCP, BRCGS, Organic).
• Oversee audits, customer requirements and complaint resolution, ensuring audit readiness.

Skills

Leadership

People Development

Quality Management

Strategic Planning

Compliance

Risk Management

Audits

Cross-functional Leadership

Job description

Worldwide Fruit Limited is seeking a senior Quality leader to head the Quality and Product Management functions, shaping strategy and developing talent across the site.

You will drive compliance with BRC/organic standards, lead audits, improve processes, and align quality with customer expectations while fostering a culture of ownership.

This role requires strong cross-functional leadership, risk management, and a commitment to food safety, sustainability and continuous improvement.