Quality Assurance Manager

Job Title:

Quality Assurance Manager

Location:

Barcelona, Spain;

Reports to:

VP of Development

Job Type: Full-time

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We are a rapidly growing player in the natural private label food industry, dedicated to providing high-quality, organic, and sustainably sourced food products. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and ethical business practices sets us apart as a key player in the industry.

As we continue to expand our product portfolio and market presence, we are seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to join our Barcelona office. This role will be responsible for managing supplier compliance, documentation, and audits, while supporting the broader Quality team in maintaining and enhancing NSI Group’s rigorous food safety and quality standards.

• Reports to the VP of Development
• Manage supplier documentation, including approvals, renewals, and expirations, ensuring compliance with company, customer, and regulatory requirements.
• Review, challenge, and maintain supplier documentation with strong attention to detail.
• Review, organize, and challenge food safety and quality documentation; maintain accurate records in internal systems.
• Conduct supplier and facility audits, identify non-conformances, and drive corrective actions. (20% travel may be required)
• Organize and manage documentation, renewals, and non-conformances.
• Support the Supplier Approval Program Manager, Director of Quality, and VP of Quality in maintaining and improving company food safety and quality programs.
• (Optional, as needed) Assist the QC team with lab testing, SOP updates, and client/regulatory compliance inquiries.

• Strong knowledge of food safety and quality management systems (GFSI schemes such as BRCGS, IFS, FSSC 22000).
• Proficiency with quality/document management systems (Registrar Corp, Trace Gains, Safety Culture, or similar preferred).
• PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) certification or willingness to certify with NSI.
• Proven experience with supplier documentation, audits, and compliance programs.
• Familiarity with raw material suppliers, co-packers, and contract manufacturers.
• Exposure to QC lab environments, including testing, SOP development, and client compliance requests.
• Experience conducting or supporting facility audits.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Suite and other data management tools.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is an advantage.

• 10 years experience in Quality Assurance, ideally within food manufacturing and/or private label/retail with a minimum of 5 years specifically in supplier audits, food safety, or related quality assurance functions.
• Bachelor’s in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field. A master’s degree is a plus.
• Fluency in English (oral and written), Spanish a plus.

• Remote work available but candidates must be living in close proximity to NSI’s office in Barcelona for in-office or in-person meetings.
• Candidates must be flexible in regards to their schedule to accommodate working with an international team.
• Willingness and ability to travel, up to 20%, internationally.

NSI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

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