Group Sr. QA Manager - Formula & Dairy Company in New Zealand

International 全职 RMB797,109 - RMB885,677 per year View Job Description
We are looking for a highly skilled and proactive Group Senior QA Manager to take ownership of the qualification and ongoing quality oversight of all raw material suppliers and OEM manufacturers across the company's global dairy product portfolio, including infant formula, adult nutrition powder, and liquid dairy products.
  • Newly created position due to fast growing business.
  • Great opportunity to move family to NZ.

About Our Client

Client is a global well-known infant formula and dairy company with fast growing business globally especially in China market.

Job Description

*Lead the qualification, approval, and periodic re-evaluation of all raw material suppliers and OEM manufacturers for all dairy categories.
*Develop and maintain a robust supplier and OEM quality management system, including risk assessment, documentation review, on-site audits, and quality agreements.
*Plan and execute supplier and contract manufacturer audits, including GMP, food safety, traceability, and regulatory compliance assessments.
*Oversee product release for all externally manufactured products and raw materials, ensuring they meet internal specifications and relevant regulatory standards (e.g., GB standards for China, Codex, EU, US FDA).
*Manage the resolution of quality incidents, including root cause analysis, corrective/preventive actions (CAPA), and communication with internal stakeholders and external partners.
*Collaborate closely with Procurement, R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, and Logistics teams to ensure quality is embedded across the external supply chain.
*Maintain and monitor key quality performance indicators (KPIs) for suppliers and OEMs, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
*Ensure compliance with all relevant export market regulations, particularly for products exported to China, including SAMR registration and formula change controls for infant formula.
*Support business growth by qualifying new suppliers and OEMs as required for new product development or market expansion.
*Stay up to date with global regulatory changes and evolving quality practices in dairy and infant nutrition industries.

The Successful Applicant

*Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science, Dairy Technology, Quality Assurance, or related field.
*10+ years of experience in quality assurance or quality management in the dairy industry, with at least 5 years in a regional or global QA role.
*Strong experience in managing supplier and OEM qualification, including on-site audits and quality risk assessments.
*In-depth knowledge of global food safety standards and regulations, particularly infant formula standards (e.g., GB, Codex, FDA).
*Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence both internal and external stakeholders.
*Excellent communication and negotiation skills; English fluency is required, and Mandarin proficiency is a strong plus.
*Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed (up to 30-40%).

What's on Offer

Working VISA.
International flight ticket to NZ.
temporary transitional apartment provided.
Competitive salary package.

Contact
Chris Qu
Quote job ref
JN-072025-6788432
Phone number
+86 21 6035 3502

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Quality, Technical
What is your area of specialisation?
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
International
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Chris Qu
Consultant phone
+86 21 6035 3502
Job Reference
JN-072025-6788432

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