External Manufacturing Quality Lead – Data-Driven

Mars; Veghel; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars Veghel is seeking an External Manufacturing Principal Quality Technician to secure external partner product quality across Europe. You will lead digital reporting, drive quality metrics, and manage documentation and certifications for co-packers and suppliers.

You will act as EMQA Digital Lead, coordinate Hold & Release processes, and collaborate across cross-functional teams to enable data-driven decisions. The role is a full-time, one-year contract based in Veghel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO, BRCGS, IFS).
• Experience in Quality Assurance/Quality Systems in food manufacturing.
• Experience facilitating technical workstreams with suppliers/external partners.
• Strong problem-solving with scientific/analytical mindset.
• Fast learning ability with new tools/tech.
• Proficiency with SAP, Power BI, and digital quality platforms.
• Excellent attention to detail and document management.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Proactive, continuous improvement mindset; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage quality data and records for external manufacturers and co-packers.
• Act as EMQA Digital Lead; own quality metrics, reporting, dashboards (Power BI, SAP).
• Drive digital transformation and improve reporting for decision-making.
• Lead Hold & Release processes; SME for the team.
• Coordinate complaint management, trend analysis, and follow-ups.
• Prepare reports for QBRs and ad hoc requests.
• Maintain external certification records (GFSI, Lifestyle, etc.).
• Manage supplier files and key quality metrics for data accuracy.
• Coordinate document sharing and approvals via DocuSign.
• Support Product Verification across Europe (excluding the UK).
• Lead NQC workstream, blocked stock reviews; provide team support.

Skills

Quality data management

Power BI

SAP

Digital transformation

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science/Technology

Tools

DocuSign

Job description

Mars Veghel is seeking an External Manufacturing Principal Quality Technician to secure external partner product quality across Europe. You will lead digital reporting, drive quality metrics, and manage documentation and certifications for co-packers and suppliers.

You will act as EMQA Digital Lead, coordinate Hold & Release processes, and collaborate across cross-functional teams to enable data-driven decisions. The role is a full-time, one-year contract based in Veghel.