Job Description

About the Opportunity

Are you detail-oriented, analytical, and passionate about food safety and compliance within the fresh produce industry? Then this opportunity could be a great fit for you.

As an Operational Compliance Specialist EMEA, you will support operational compliance processes across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. You will help ensure that growers, processes, and documentation comply with internal standards, customer requirements, and relevant legislation.
You will work closely with regional compliance teams, operations, quality teams, and growers within an international environment.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will play a key part in supporting operational compliance activities across the EMEA region. You will help ensure that documentation, audits, and compliance processes are accurate, up to date, and aligned with both internal and external requirements.

• Maintain and update the EMEA Compliance Manual
• Collect, review, and manage grower certifications and compliance documentation
• Support grower due diligence processes
• Prepare and support internal and external audits (including IFS Broker and Global G.A.P.)
• Monitor corrective actions and non-conformities
• Track developments in relevant legislation related to food safety, MRLs, and labeling requirements
• Support risk assessments and compliance reporting
• Collaborate closely with regional compliance and operations teams

Candidate Profile

What are we looking for?
We are looking for a proactive and organized professional who enjoys working in an international environment and has a strong interest in food safety, quality systems, and compliance within fresh produce or FMCG.

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Food, Agriculture, Food Technology, HAS, or a related field
• 2–4 years of relevant experience in compliance, QA, or food safety
• Experience within fresh produce, fruit & vegetables, or FMCG is highly preferred
• Knowledge of food safety systems and quality standards
• HACCP knowledge/certification
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Good communication skills in English (Dutch is a plus)
• Proactive and collaborative mindset

What do we offer?
You will join an international and dynamic organization where collaboration, continuous improvement, and quality are central. This role offers the opportunity to make a visible impact within compliance and food safety across multiple regions.

• An international working environment within a growing fresh produce organization
• Collaboration with teams across multiple regions and functions
• The opportunity to make an impact in food safety and operational compliance
• Room for growth and continuous improvement
• A dynamic role within an international supply chain environment

Interested?
Would you like to contribute to high food safety and compliance standards within an international fresh produce organization? We would love to hear from you.