Quality Manager

At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities. We are more than 10,000 employees in over 85 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3.1 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future. This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.

To strengthen our team in Puratos UK, based in Buckingham, we are looking for a Quality Manager to join the team.

Your Mission

Are you a passionate leader in Quality Assurance with a drive for excellence in food safety and regulatory compliance? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact environment where your expertise shapes the future of food quality? If so, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

• Lead & Inspire: Manage and develop a high-performing Quality team, aligning them with our strategic goals and customer expectations.
• Drive Compliance: Oversee all food safety and regulatory programs (HACCP, SQF, FSMA, Pest Control, Sanitation) to ensure full compliance and industry-leading standards.
• Audit Excellence: Lead customer and third-party audits with confidence and precision.
• Continuous Improvement: Manage customer complaints and CAPA processes using RCFA to enhance product and process quality.
• Risk Management: Coordinate hold/rework programs and incident reporting to minimize impact and uphold product integrity.
• Customer Collaboration: Provide documentation, certifications, and support for customer audits and mock recalls.
• Strategic Leadership: Champion initiatives that advance the Quality agenda across Puratos UK and beyond.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven leadership in Quality Assurance within the food industry.
• Deep knowledge of food safety regulations and compliance frameworks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills (RCFA, CAPA, etc.).
• Experience managing audits and regulatory inspections.
• A passion for people development and cross-functional collaboration.

What you can expect from Puratos

We are a warm family company with a historical growth track record and a clear long-term vision for the future. We promote a caring, trustful and respecting work environment by putting people first. We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace, that fully embraces diversity and equal opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.

The benefits with this role include:

• Competitive Salary – Reviewed annually to ensure we stay ahead of the market.
• Annual Bonus Scheme – 5% standard, with stretch potential up to 10%.
• Generous Pension Plan – Up to 7.5% employer contributions to support your future.
• Private Medical Insurance – BUPA single cover fully paid, with options to add family members.
• 25 Days Annual Leave – Plus the flexibility to buy or sell additional days.
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay – Because your health matters.
• Learning & Development – Structured programs with a target of 5 learning days per year.
• Wellbeing Matters – Access to our ‘Calling for Caring’ wellbeing initiatives.
• Life Assurance – 2x your salary plus a 20% spouse pension.
• Income Protection – Financial support when you need it most.
• Loyal Service Awards – Celebrating your milestones with us.
• Employee Assistance Program – Confidential support for life’s challenges.
• High Street Discounts – Save with Perkbox perks.
• Monthly ‘Magic Star’ Awards – Win £50 in vouchers for going above and beyond.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and stay healthy.

Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re excited about helping others grow and want to be part of something magical, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape the future at Puratos.