Contract Manufacturing Quality Manager EU/UK

Job DescriptionbrLees de volgende functieomschrijving zorgvuldig door om er zeker van te zijn dat u de geschikte kandidaat bent voor deze rol voordat u solliciteert.brpBeyond Meat, Inc. is a plant protein company offering a portfolio of plant-based products made from simple ingredients without GMOs, added hormones or antibiotics, and with 0mg of cholesterol per serving. Beyond Meat’s core products are designed to have the same taste and texture as animal-based meat while being better for people and the planet. /pbrpbRole Overview /b /pbrpThe Contract Manufacturing Quality Manager- EU/UK is responsible for overseeing the quality performance of all external manufacturing partners across the European region, including the UK. This role ensures that all contract manufacturers operate in full compliance with company standards, EU/UK regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. The position leads qualification, ongoing performance management, issue resolution, and continuous improvement across the co-manufacturing network, while supporting product evaluations, shelf-life extensions, and production trials. /pbrpbTasks, Duties, General Responsibilities /b /pbrpbContract Manufacturer Oversight /b /pbrullibr/liliLead qualification, onboarding, and periodic re-qualification of all EU/UK contract manufacturers.br/liliEnsure each site meets company quality standards, food safety requirements, and regulatory obligations.br/liliMaintain and enforce Quality Agreements aligned with operational and regulatory expectations.br/liliExperience with Quick Service Restaurants systems and qualifications is a plus.br/li /ulbrpbQuality System Management /b /pbrullibr/liliVerify that contract manufacturers maintain effective quality systems, including HACCP, GMP, allergen control, sanitation, traceability, and complaint management.br/liliReview and approve product specifications, process controls, and change management requests.br/liliEnsure adherence to company policies for document control, deviation management, and CAPA.br/li /ulbrpbIngredient Product Evaluation /b /pbrullibr/liliEvaluate ingredients and finished products for shelf-life extension, including review of stability data, sensory results, and micro performance.br/liliSupport product reviews and release decisions by assessing compliance with specifications, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations.br/liliPartner with Strategic QA to deliver accurate, complete, and customer-aligned specifications and quality expectations.br/li /ulbrpbPerformance Monitoring Continuous Improvement /b /pbrullibr/liliLead quarterly business reviews with each co-manufacturer, including scorecard performance, audit findings, and improvement plans.br/liliTrack and analyze key quality metrics (defects, non-conformances, micro results, customer complaints).br/liliDrive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen process capability and reduce quality risk.br/li /ulbrpbIssue Management Escalation /b /pbrullibr/liliServe as the primary point of contact for product releases, quality incidents, deviations, and product non-conformances originating from EU co-manufacturers.br/liliLead root cause investigations and ensure timely, effective CAPA implementation.br/liliPartner cross-functionally with Supply Chain, RD, Regulatory, and Operations to resolve issues and prevent recurrence.br/li /ulbrpbRegulatory Compliance /b /pbrullibr/liliEnsure all products manufactured in the EU comply with applicable regulations (EU food safety legislation, labeling requirements, country-specific standards).br/liliSupport regulatory submissions, certifications, and customer audits as needed.br/liliMonitor emerging regulatory changes and assess impact to co-manufacturing operations.br/li /ulbrpbCross-Functional Collaboration Trials /b /pbrullibr/liliCollaborate with RD, Operations, and Supply Chain to support product and production trials at co-manufacturer sites.br/liliEnsure trial protocols, data collection, and quality assessments are executed consistently and aligned with company standards.br/liliPartner with Procurement and Strategic QA on new supplier evaluations and ongoing supplier performance management.br/li /ulbrQualificationsbrpbEducation, Technical Skills, and/or Previous Experience /b /pbrullibr/liliBachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.br/lili7+ years of experience in Quality Assurance within food manufacturing, with at least 3 years managing contract manufacturers or external suppliers.br/liliStrong knowledge of EU food safety regulations, HACCP, GMP, and third-party certification schemes (BRCGS, IFS).br/liliDemonstrated experience leading audits, investigations, and cross-functional quality initiatives.br/liliExcellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.br/liliAbility to travel across the EU to support co-manufacturer oversight.br/liliStrong operational discipline and attention to detail.br/liliAbility to influence without authority across diverse stakeholders.br/liliProactive problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset.br/liliConfident communicator who can represent Quality in high-stakes discussions.br/liliFluent in English; fluency in Dutch is highly preferred; any other language (German, French) is a plus. xgiwjmb br/li /ulbrpbWork Environment /b /pbrpBased either in the Enschede area or Amsterdam area office, with 50-60% travel to co-manufacturers. /pbr