A leading food manufacturer and distributor in Saudi Arabia is seeking a highly experienced Head of Quality to lead and elevate quality standards across a fast-paced Food FMCG operation spanning Saudi Arabia and the UAE. This senior leadership role takes full ownership of quality assurance, food safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing, supply chain, and distribution — protecting brand integrity and driving a true culture of quality excellence across the entire organization.
About the Company — Saudi Arabia’s Food FMCG Leader
Industry: Leading food manufacturer and distributor in Saudi Arabia & UAE
Operations: Multi-site manufacturing, supply chain, and distribution across GCC
Standards: Full compliance with SFDA, ISO 22000, HACCP, and BRCGS
Categories: Chilled, frozen, and ready-to-eat food product portfolio
Reach: Fast-growing FMCG operation with regional expansion trajectory
Leadership Opportunity & Strategic Impact
Strategic Role: Shape the entire quality and food safety strategy across Saudi Arabia & UAE
Multi-Site Leadership: Lead and develop quality teams across multiple manufacturing sites
Compliance Authority: Primary point of contact for SFDA, ISO, HACCP, and BRCGS audits
Career Pinnacle: Senior executive role with direct impact on brand integrity and business growth
Position Overview
This Head of Quality role is one of the most strategic food safety leadership positions available in Saudi Arabia today. You will develop and implement a company-wide quality and food safety strategy, lead multi-site quality teams, ensure compliance with SFDA and international standards, and drive a culture of continuous improvement. If you are a seasoned food safety and quality assurance leader with a strong GCC regulatory background and a passion for operational excellence, this is your next career milestone.
Why This Role Matters: As Head of Quality at one of Saudi Arabia’s leading food FMCG companies, you will own quality strategy across manufacturing, supply chain, and distribution — ensuring thousands of consumers receive safe, compliant, high-quality products every day. You will lead audits, manage risk, drive CAPA programs, work directly with SFDA and international regulatory bodies, and collaborate with Operations, R&D, and Commercial teams to embed quality at every stage of the business.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Strategy & Leadership
- Develop and implement the company-wide quality and food safety strategy aligned with business objectives
- Lead, mentor, and develop the quality team across multiple manufacturing and distribution sites
- Drive a strong culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the organization
- Provide strategic input to senior leadership on quality risks, performance metrics, and improvement roadmaps
Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) regulatory requirements
- Maintain alignment with international standards including ISO 22000, HACCP, and BRCGS
- Act as the primary point of contact for all regulatory bodies, audits, and third-party inspections
- Oversee the implementation and ongoing maintenance of food safety management systems across all sites
Quality Assurance & Control
- Establish and monitor robust QA/QC systems across production, warehousing, and distribution
- Ensure consistent product quality, food safety, and strict specification adherence at all times
- Manage comprehensive supplier quality programs including supplier audits and performance monitoring
- Oversee incoming raw material quality checks and finished product release processes
Audit & Risk Management
- Lead internal and external audits ensuring full site readiness at all times
- Identify quality risks and implement timely corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
- Drive systematic root cause analysis and implement sustainable continuous improvement initiatives
- Manage documentation, traceability, and audit trails to meet GCC regulatory standards
Customer & Consumer Focus
- Oversee customer and consumer complaint management processes ensuring timely, effective resolution
- Monitor and manage product recall and crisis management procedures when required
- Work closely with commercial and marketing teams to protect and strengthen brand reputation
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, R&D, and Procurement to embed quality at every stage of production
- Support new product development (NPD) with quality guidance and compliance input from concept to launch
- Align directly with senior leadership on business strategy, quality investments, and operational priorities
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Food Technology, or a closely related field
- Master’s degree is preferred and will be a strong advantage in the selection process
Experience Requirements
- 10–15+ years of progressive experience in Quality and Technical roles within Food FMCG
- Proven track record of leading multi-site quality operations in a food manufacturing environment
- Strong hands-on experience managing audits, certifications, and regulatory inspections
Technical Knowledge
- Deep expertise in food safety standards: HACCP, ISO 22000, and BRCGS
- Thorough understanding of Saudi Arabian and GCC regulatory requirements including SFDA
- Experience with chilled, frozen, or ready-to-eat food manufacturing is highly advantageous
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking combined with strong hands-on execution capability
- Exceptional leadership, coaching, and team development skills
- Superior problem-solving, root cause analysis, and data-driven decision-making ability
- Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional communication skills
- Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, high-growth, fast-paced FMCG environment
About This Opportunity in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s food manufacturing sector is one of the fastest-growing industries in the GCC, driven by Vision 2030 food security initiatives and rising consumer demand for safe, high-quality FMCG products. This Head of Quality job in Riyadh places you at the heart of that growth — leading quality strategy for a company that is scaling rapidly across Saudi Arabia and the UAE. With multi-site responsibility, direct access to senior leadership, and the chance to set the quality agenda for a major regional food business, this is one of the most impactful food safety careers in Saudi Arabia available in 2026.
Career Excellence: Lead quality transformation for a top-tier Saudi food FMCG company with regional ambition and world-class standards.
Who Should Apply?
- Senior Quality Managers: With 10+ years in food FMCG seeking a Head of Quality leadership role in Saudi Arabia
- Food Safety Directors: From GCC or international markets with SFDA, ISO 22000, and BRCGS expertise
- QA/QC Leaders: Who have successfully managed multi-site quality operations in chilled or frozen food sectors
- Compliance Specialists: With strong regulatory audit management experience in the Middle East region
- Continuous Improvement Experts: With a track record of driving quality transformation in food manufacturing
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