Quality Assurance Manager

Job Description:

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future
 

Nutreco is a member of the SHV family, and we are committed to 'Feeding the Future' through sustainable and innovative practices. Nutreco has two business lines: Skretting is a leading global provider of innovative aquafeed solutions, revolutionizing aquaculture for a sustainable future. Trouw Nutrition specializes in animal nutrition and is committed to advancing livestock health and productivity through cutting-edge solutions.
The Quality Assurance Manager is positioned at country level with a direct reporting line to the Benelux Quality Manager. You will be responsible for the local quality management systems in the location that are needed to meet all internal and external quality & feed safety requirements.

Are you passionate about quality standards and food safety schemes? Do you thrive in a role where independence, variety, and cross-functional collaboration are key? Do you want to be a key player in a dynamic, quality-focused environment? This is your opportunity to make a real impact!

What Makes This Role Exciting?
Autonomy – Enjoy the freedom to lead agreed quality initiatives with no direct reporting lines, take ownership and drive excellence

Diverse Responsibilities – From auditing and compliance to process improvement and cross-departmental projects, no two days are the same.

Passion-Driven – Perfect for those who live and breathe quality, feed safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Cross-Functional Exposure – Work closely with supply chain, production, and sales teams, gaining a 360° view of operations.
Global Environment – Be part of a multinational organization that values innovation and sustainability and offers real career growth opportunities.

About The Role
Responsibilities
 

Quality Leadership

• Develop and implement quality policies, standards, and processes ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards

• Create and deliver quality training programs to foster organization-wide quality awareness

• Serve as primary liaison with certification bodies and regulatory authorities

Performance Excellence

• Conduct supplier assessments and internal audits

• Manage CAPAs and customer complaints resolution

• Analyze quality data to identify trends and implement preventive actions

• Support customer interactions and satisfaction initiatives
   

Regulatory Compliance

• Maintain permits and support product registrations

• Lead regulatory inspections and ensure compliance updates

• Define monitoring plans for incoming and manufactured products

Skills and Expertise
Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Animal/Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field

• Expertise in food and feed safety regulations

• Strong knowledge of HACCP, GFSI standards, and quality management systems

• Fluent in Dutch and English

• Excellent communication and training abilities

• Data analysis and attention to detail

• Independent and collaborative work styles

• Fluent in Dutch and English (verbal & written)

• Professional proficiency in MS Office Suit

Why You Will Love Working with Us

Benefits

• A full-time position in an international, dynamic environment.

• Competitive remuneration package, good pension scheme, and 30 vacation days with flexibility.

• Opportunities for professional growth within Nutreco and the broader SHV group.

• A flexible work environment with the option to work from home several   days per week

Next Steps:

We value a seamless candidate experience and would like to respond within five (5) business days. The hiring process typically takes 4-6 weeks. For more information, please contact Karin van der Haven at [email protected]. We appreciate your interest in joining our mission to innovate and sustainably shape the future of food production.

Our organisation:

Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees.  Our mission is Feeding the Future.

Equal Opportunity Employer: 

Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.