Quality, Technical & Food Safety Manager

Toledo, Spain·Added 18 days ago

Schweppes Suntory

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What they ask for

Have the right to work in Spain
Schweppes Suntory doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Toledo
No relocation package mentioned.

The role

🌍 About Suntory

At Suntory, quality is more than a standard. It's a commitment to our consumers, customers, brands and people.

As one of the world's leading beverage companies, we're proud to create products enjoyed by millions every day. Behind that success is an unwavering focus on quality, food safety and continuous improvement across everything we do.

We're looking for an exceptional Quality leader to join our Toledo manufacturing site and play a pivotal role in safeguarding our products, driving a world-class quality culture and supporting the future growth of our business.

👋 About You

You're a passionate Quality and Food Safety leader who believes that excellence starts with strong standards, capable teams and a culture that never stops improving.

You combine technical expertise with strategic thinking and know how to influence at every level of the organisation. Whether you're responding to complex quality challenges, leading major audits, driving transformation initiatives or developing future talent, you're always focused on protecting consumers and delivering sustainable business results.

You are:

✅ A trusted leader with deep expertise in Quality and Food Safety

✅ Passionate about building world-class manufacturing standards

✅ Comfortable influencing senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams

✅ Data-driven and focused on risk-based decision making

✅ A strong people developer who builds high-performing teams

✅ Resilient, proactive and solutions-oriented

✅ Motivated by creating a culture of continuous improvement and excellence

💼 About the Role

As Quality, Technical & Food Safety Manager, you'll lead the Quality and Food Safety agenda for our Toledo manufacturing site, ensuring robust systems, compliance, product quality and operational excellence across the business.

Reporting to the QEHS Director, you'll lead a team of Quality professionals while serving as a key member of the Site Leadership Team. You'll shape quality strategy, oversee food safety governance, drive continuous improvement and act as a critical partner across Manufacturing, Supply Chain, R&D and the wider European organisation.

This is a highly visible leadership role with significant impact on business performance, consumer trust and brand reputation.

🎯 What You'll Be Doing

🛡️ Lead Quality & Food Safety Excellence

Define, implement and continuously improve site Quality and Food Safety standards.
Ensure compliance with all internal, legal and certification requirements.
Maintain world-class Quality Management Systems and Food Safety programmes.
Drive the site's Quality strategy and Quality Culture transformation journey.

✅ Protect Consumers, Customers & Brands

Ensure the highest standards of product quality across raw materials, manufacturing processes and finished products.
Lead root cause investigations and corrective action plans for quality incidents.
Manage consumer complaints, non-conformities and quality risks.
Drive proactive prevention strategies to reduce quality failures and food safety risks.

📋 Own Compliance & Audit Readiness

Lead internal and external audits, including certification activities.
Ensure compliance with FSSC 22000, HACCP, Food Safety and Quality standards.
Maintain strong governance, controls and risk management practices.
Partner with regulatory bodies and external stakeholders where required.

👥 Lead & Develop High-Performing Teams

Inspire, coach and develop the Quality & Food Safety team.
Drive employee engagement, succession planning and talent development.
Foster a culture of accountability, ownership and continuous learning.
Lead site-wide quality awareness and training initiatives.

🚀 Drive Continuous Improvement & Innovation

Identify and lead improvement projects that strengthen quality performance and operational effectiveness.
Support new product development and industrialisation projects.
Use data and insights to drive decision-making and risk mitigation.
Deliver measurable improvements across key Quality and Operational KPIs.

🤝 Influence Across the Business

Act as the site expert and ambassador for Quality, Technical and Food Safety matters.
Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, QEHS, R&D and European teams.
Represent the site with customers, auditors, authorities and external partners.
Elevate critical quality risks and business insights to senior leadership and executive stakeholders.

🎁 What's In It For You?

At Suntory, you'll have the opportunity to lead one of the most critical functions within our manufacturing operation and make a direct impact on product quality, consumer trust and business performance.

Here's what awaits you:

🌍 Join a global organisation behind some of the world's most loved brands

🛡 Lead a high-profile Quality & Food Safety agenda with significant business impact

👥 Inspire and develop talented teams while shaping future leaders

🚀 Drive transformation and continuous improvement across a complex manufacturing environment

📈 Gain exposure to senior leadership at Site, Iberia and European level

💡 Lead strategic projects that influence long-term business success

🌱 Access outstanding development and career growth opportunities

💚 Play a key role in protecting our consumers, our brands and our reputation every single day

✅ What You Need To Be Successful

Essential

🎓 Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering or a related discipline

🏭 Experience in Quality, Technical or Food Safety leadership roles within FMCG manufacturing

🛡 Advanced expertise in Quality Management Systems, HACCP, Food Safety and auditing

📋 Strong understanding of ISO 9001, ISO 22000 and associated compliance frameworks

👥 Proven experience leading large, multidisciplinary teams

📊 Strong analytical capabilities with experience using data to make risk-based decisions

🚀 Track record of leading transformation and continuous improvement initiatives

🤝 Excellent communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills

🌍 Experience operating in complex manufacturing environments, ideally within food or beverage production

Nice to Have

⭐ Experience within global FMCG organisations

⭐ Exposure to Site Leadership Team responsibilities

⭐ Experience leading major certification and audit programmes

⭐ Strong project management and industrialisation experience

⭐ Knowledge of international quality and regulatory environments

⭐ Experience influencing regional or international stakeholders

Our DEI Commitment

At Suntory, we recognize that diverse knowledge, perspectives, and backgrounds contribute to our collective success. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals can bring their whole selves to work every day, regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, or differing abilities, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to highlight what Suntory offers as an employer while allowing candidates to share their unique skills and experiences. We understand that career trajectories vary, and if you believe your experience/background can benefit our team, we encourage you to apply. We endeavor to make our interview process as inclusive as possible and offer reasonable accommodations as needed. Together, we can cultivate a workplace where everyone can thrive and propel our mission of Growing for Good.

About Schweppes Suntory

Schweppes Suntory is a global beverage company born from the joint venture between Suntory Holdings of Japan and the historic Schweppes brand, which traces its origins to 18th-century Geneva. The company produces and distributes a wide portfolio of non-alcoholic beverages, including carbonated soft drinks, juices, and functional waters, operating across multiple continents with a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. With a workforce of several thousand employees, it is one of the world's leading players in the beverage sector, combining Suntory's Japanese craftsmanship with Schweppes' long-standing brand heritage.

In Spain, the company operates through Schweppes Suntory Spain, with significant operations including a production and R&D hub in Toledo and commercial offices in Madrid and the Cantabria region. The Spanish subsidiary manages the Schweppes brand for the Iberian market and is a key part of the company's European strategy. For international professionals, the company offers roles in quality management, R&D, supply chain, and commercial functions, with Spanish language skills often valued but not always mandatory depending on the position.

Industry: Beverages
Founded: 1783
Employees: 5,000–15,000
Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
In Spain: Madrid, Toledo
Website: suntory.com

Good to know if you are moving

The Spanish subsidiary, Schweppes Suntory Spain, is headquartered in Madrid and has a major production and R&D site in Toledo, offering opportunities in quality, engineering, and R&D roles.
While Spanish language skills are often preferred, the company operates in an international environment and has hired professionals from various countries for technical roles.
The company is part of the global Suntory group, which offers potential internal mobility across international markets.
Roles in Spain include positions in quality management, R&D, and supply chain, which are critical functions within the beverage industry.
The company's portfolio includes well-known international brands, providing a recognizable name for professionals in the consumer goods sector.

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