Head of Quality Control

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quality professional to join a global consumer business in a senior regional leadership role.

Operating across multiple international markets, this organisation is a recognised name within the FMCG sector and continues to invest heavily in growth, innovation, and operational excellence across the EMEA region.

The business is now looking to appoint a strategic and commercially minded quality leader to oversee regional quality control operations and support the ongoing development of technical standards, compliance, and performance across a complex supply network.

Key responsibilities

• Lead regional quality control and laboratory operations
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across quality systems and processes
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and operational standards
• Develop and maintain effective quality procedures and performance measures
• Partner with internal teams and external suppliers to support operational excellence
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development to technical teams
• Monitor quality performance data and identify opportunities for improvement
• Support audits, investigations, and corrective action programmes
• Manage budgets, resources, and long-term operational planning
• Contribute to wider strategic business projects across the region

About you

• Strong background within Quality, Technical, or Laboratory functions
• Previous leadership experience within a fast-paced manufacturing or FMCG environment
• Experience working across multi-site or international operations
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Commercially aware with the ability to balance quality and business priorities
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capability
• Able to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Degree qualified within a scientific or technical discipline preferred

What’s on offer

This is an exciting opportunity to join a globally established business in a highly visible leadership position with significant regional responsibility and long-term career potential.

For more information, please apply directly or contact:

erin@advocate-group.co.uk

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