Head of Quality at METRO/MAKRO

Alcochete, , Portugal -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quality Management, Food Safety, ISO 22000, Leadership, Communication, Critical Thinking, Continuous Improvement, Food Engineering, Biotechnology, Decision Making, Organization, Results Orientation, Meat Production, Auditing, Performance Monitoring, Customer Complaint Management

Industry

Wholesale

Description

Company Description Aviludo is a leading company in the distribution of food products. Founded in 1984 in the Algarve and present across several regions of the country, from North to South, it operates six branches nationwide, two of which include specialized areas dedicated to the processing and preparation of meat products. With extensive experience in providing personalized door‑to‑door delivery services for the professional food sector—particularly the HORECA channel, butcher shops, and small retailers—we offer a portfolio of more than 3,500 product references, including our own brands. We are currently part of METRO AG and have a clearly defined purpose: “Building strong and lasting relationships is in our DNA". Job Description We are looking to strengthen the team with a highly skilled and motivated Head of Quality. We are seeking a strategic leader committed to excellence and passionate about food safety. Key Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and oversee the company’s Quality and Food Safety strategy. Ensure full compliance with ISO 22000 standards and all applicable legal and regulatory requirements. Lead, mentor, and develop the Quality team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring the maintenance of certifications. Monitor performance indicators and implement effective action plans. Collaborate closely with Production, Logistics, Procurement, and other key departments to ensure process integrity. Manage customer complaints, non-conformities, and corrective/preventive actions. Qualifications Profile Requirements Degree in Food Engineering, Quality Management, Biotechnology, or a related field. Proven experience in Quality leadership roles, preferably within the food industry. Strong knowledge of ISO 22000 and food safety management systems (like FSSC 22000, IFS…).. Experience in the meat production industry will be considered a strong advantage. Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills. High level of organization, rigor, and results orientation. Critical thinking and the ability to drive structural improvements Additional Information Integration into a solid and growing company with strong market presence. Opportunity to lead a strategic area with direct impact on the business. Dynamic, collaborative, and excellence-driven work environment. Competitive compensation package aligned with experience. If you’re interested in joining our team, send us your application! Diversity and Inclusion are fundamental values at METRO and play a crucial role in our success. By fostering a culture of respect, fairness, and equal opportunities, we create a workplace where all our employees feel valued and respected. For this reason, at Aviludo, we embrace these values, building an environment where every individual has the opportunity to grow and contribute to our collective success.

Responsibilities

The Head of Quality will develop and oversee the company's Quality and Food Safety strategy, ensuring compliance with ISO 22000 standards. They will lead the Quality team and collaborate with various departments to maintain process integrity and manage customer complaints.