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Global Quality Assistant Manager (Excellence & Compliance)

Amsterdam Temporary €3.900 - €6.300 per month (€46.800 - €75.600 per year) View Job Description
Our client is looking for a Global Quality Assistant Manager who is either immediately available or able to start in September, working 40 hours/week in Amsterdam (hybrid). This role is responsible for driving quality performance, compliance, and business continuity across factories by managing quality waste, financial provisions, root-cause investigations, and key quality improvement programs.

Added 14/07/2026

  • Immediate start or in September for 40h/week in Amsterdam (hybrid)
  • 1+ year of experience in Quality, fluent Dutch, and preferably FMCG experience

About Our Client

Our client is a leading player in the global ice‑cream market, known for producing high‑quality frozen treats enjoyed by millions. It focuses on delivering indulgent products, strong brand presence, and continuous innovation within the premium dessert category

Job Description

  • Lead the monthly Quality Business Waste process, including waste governance, financial provision reviews, root-cause analysis, and recovery planning.
  • Support factories in making quality-related decisions on product release, rework, and disposal to minimize waste and financial impact.
  • Drive quality performance improvement across multiple manufacturing sites through KPI monitoring, reporting, and trend analysis.
  • Coordinate activities related to Cleaning & Disinfection validation, metal detector compliance, and vision system validation.
  • Drive quality-by-design principles and waste reduction initiatives during product launches and manufacturing changes.
  • Develop and maintain quality dashboards, reports, management updates, and performance communications using Excel and Power BI.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, R&D, Engineering, Procurement, and Quality teams to deliver business objectives and strengthen quality governance.



The Successful Applicant

  • Resident in the Netherlands and can commute to Amsterdam
  • Immediately available or able to start in September
  • 40 hours/week (3 days/week at the office)
  • 1+ years of experience in Quality, Food Safety, or Manufacturing Quality
  • Experience with data analysis, KPI reporting, and dashboard creation using Excel and Power BI
  • Proven ability to conduct root-cause analysis and drive continuous improvement initiatives
  • Experience supporting quality compliance programs, waste reduction initiatives, and manufacturing quality processes
  • Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, and R&D teams
  • Proactive, analytical, and able to influence decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What's on Offer

  • €3900 - €6300 based on 40h and experience, excl. holiday allowance
  • 14-month project
  • 40 hours/week
  • Hybrid (3 days at the office and 2 days from home)
  • Travel allowance
  • Pension scheme
  • International environment
Contact
Francesco Proietti
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7062028
Phone number
+31205789470

Job summary

Sector
Supply Chain
Sub Sector
Supply Chain Management
Industry
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Jobs by location
Amsterdam
Contract Type
Temporary
Consultant
Francesco Proietti
Consultant phone
+31205789470
Job Reference
JN-072026-7062028