Quality Assurance Manager

Daarnhouwer & Co. B.V.; Zaandam; Hybrid; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Part time

Job summary

A trading firm specializing in cocoa and coffee is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager in Zaandam to oversee quality compliance and lead audit processes. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience in quality management. This role offers flexible working hours, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Holiday allowance

Employer-paid pension plan

Free company lunches

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a similar role preferred.
• Knowledge of quality and food safety regulations is required.
• Excellent written and verbal English skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Ensure HACCP- and quality system data is accurate.
• Manage QA desk for BRC compliance.
• Lead and facilitate audits and food safety training.

Skills

Quality management

Food science

Auditing

Regulatory knowledge

Detail-oriented approach

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Daarnhouwer & Co. B.V. has a rich history as an independent and privately-held trading firm that specializes in sourcing and global distribution of specialty cocoa, specialty coffee, pulses and tree nuts. Our roots, from our early days as a cocoa trader, can be traced back to the year 1908. The majority of our customers operate within the chocolate, coffee, bakery, and snack industries. Our main office is located next to Zaandam's Central Station and is home to approximately 25 colleagues. We are BRC Agent & Broker, Organic (SKAL, USDA-NOP), Fairtrade and Rainforest Alliance certified. We take pride in being a flat and flexible organization with a youthful, international and dynamic team that values talent and personal initiative. Our reputation is built on decades of reliable partnerships with customers and suppliers. To protect and enhance this reputation, we are seeking a colleague who will maintain and improve our certifications and quality systems, ensuring they meet the highest standards.

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Responsibilities

• Keeping the HACCP- and quality system data accurate and up to date for the trading desks.
• Managing the QA desk with regard to the planning of all mandatory (BRC) requirements.
• Preparing for and facilitating external audits including follow up and root cause analysis.
• Preparing and conducting internal audits.
• Leading the HACCP team and expanding the Food Safety Culture in collaboration with the team.
• Reviewing and approving supplier certifications and specifications.
• Collaborating with commercial teams to analyze and resolve quality complaints.
• Developing and maintaining product specifications.
• Monitoring product quality and ensuring compliance.
• Organization of relevant staff training, such as food safety and food safety culture.

Beyond these tasks, there is significant room to take ownership of projects and expand your responsibilities such as optimizing internal processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in quality management, food science or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role; experience in a trading environment is a plus.
• Knowledge of and experience in the latest quality and food safety regulations, e.g. BRC Agents & Brokers and EU regulations such as Contaminants and Pesticides.
• Hands-on audit experience and demonstrable internal audit competence.
• Written and verbal proficiency in English.
• A meticulous and detail-oriented work approach.

What we offer

We provide a unique opportunity to take on meaningful responsibilities in a dynamic environment, working with diverse products sourced from around the globe. As part of our young, international team with a hands-on mentality, you’ll experience a collaborative and supportive workplace.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• A competitive fixed salary aligned with your experience and qualifications.
• Holiday allowance, employer-paid pension plan, and travel allowance.
• Free company lunches and participation in the company bike plan.
• Variable remuneration based on company and individual performance.

We’re committed to supporting your growth by encouraging professional development through relevant education and training.

This position offers flexibility with working hours and the option for partial remote work (in consultation). The role can be part-time or full-time (24–40 hours per week).

Interested?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your CV and cover letter to [e-mail]