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Head of Quality Assurance (Food Wholesale Distribution) (all genders)

Düsseldorf, NRW, deFull-time2026-10-15 → 2026-11-12

Core

Lead the integration of new acquisitions into METRO's Quality Management System and manage QA standards for Food Service Distribution (FSD) companies across multiple countries.

Role type

Senior functional leader / Head of Quality Assurance

Builds

Global Quality Management System standards and local QA organizations for FSD entities

Domain

Food wholesale distribution and food safety

Required skills

Quality Management Systems (QMS) implementation, Food Safety standards (HACCP, PRP), Internal/External auditing, Crisis management, Project management, Cross-functional leadership

Preferred skills

International business travel, Multichannel operations experience, Strategic planning

Technologies

QMS software, Audit tools

Responsibilities

Support integration of acquisitions into QMS, Implement QA standards in FSD companies, Conduct assessments and audits, Manage local QA organizations and objectives, Drive continuous improvement of QA guidelines

Seniority

Senior, functional leader