Interim Quality Manager for Client in Helsingborg

We are now seeking an interim Quality Manager for a client in Helsingborg, starting on December 9th. The assignment has an indefinite duration, but the initial assessment is that it will last approximately 3–6 months. This role is for someone who can quickly take control of quality management in an operation with fast flows and high regulatory requirements within the food industry. About the Position As the interim Quality Manager, you will have overall responsibility for quality management within the operation, which includes Sweden, Finland, and Spain. In Sweden, you will lead a quality specialist. In the other countries, you will be responsible for quality management alongside local resources without personnel responsibility. The role is both operational and strategic, with approximately 70 percent of your time dedicated to operational tasks. You will be the most experienced quality professional in the organization and will anchor decisions with the Head of Operations, to whom you will also report. You will work in an environment where fresh products and fast supply chains demand high precision, pace, and food safety. Quality systems, certifications, and regulatory contact are central parts of the assignment. Your Main Responsibilities • Responsible for and develop the company’s quality systems, such as HACCP, VAACP, IFS, IP, or equivalent • Ensure compliance with food legislation as well as environmental and sustainability requirements • Conduct and follow up on internal and external audits • Responsible for traceability and deviation investigations • Drive improvement work within quality, food safety, and processes • Train and support employees in quality matters • Collaborate with suppliers to ensure product quality, especially when importing fresh products • Act as the contact person for authorities, such as the Swedish Food Agency Who You Are Qualifications: • Post-secondary education in food technology, agronomy, biology, chemistry, or equivalent experience • Held a leadership position in quality • Experience with supplier systems • At least 3–5 years of experience in quality work within the food industry – preferably with fresh products, fruits & vegetables, or similar • Good knowledge of food legislation • Experience in supplier assessment and audits • Proficient in IT and experienced in working with business systems • Proficient in Swedish and English, both spoken and written; additional languages are an advantage • Previous experience with sustainability work is a plus Personal Attributes: • Analytical, meticulous, and solution-oriented • Structured with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously • Good communicator who can create engagement around quality • Thrives in a fast-paced environment with quick decision-making • Able to combine strategic thinking with practical fieldwork About the Company Location: Helsingborg The position reports to: Head of Operations Scope: TBD Start: December 9, 2025