Chief Innovation & Quality Officer, relocation to Egypt (experienced in Fruit Concentrates, IQF, Freeze Dry)
Chief Innovation & Quality Officer, relocation to Egypt (experienced in Fruit Concentrates, IQF, Freeze Dry)
3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Direct message the job poster from Antal International
Antal International | Global Executive Search
The role is based in Cairo, and a full expat package is offered.
We’re looking for a strategic and forward-thinking Chief Innovation & Quality Officer to lead innovation, quality, and sustainability in a fast-paced agri-food environment focused on fruit concentrates, IQF, and freeze-dried products. This executive role will shape the future of the product portfolio while ensuring the highest standards of food safety, regulatory compliance, and environmental responsibility.
* Define and execute innovation and quality strategies aligned with market and sustainability trends.
* Lead cross-functional teams in R&D, Quality Control, QA/Regulatory Affairs, HSE, and Sustainability.
* Oversee new product development, regulatory compliance, and food safety standards.
* Drive the integration of AI and data tools in quality operations and product development.
* Promote a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and responsible sourcing.
* 20+ years of experience in R&D, quality, and regulatory functions—7+ in senior leadership.
* Proven success in the agri-food industry, with fruit concentrates, IQF, and freeze-dried products, is a MUST.
* Deep expertise in food science, quality systems (HACCP, ISO 22000), sustainability, and AI adoption.
* Strong leadership, strategic vision, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Languages: Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Quality Assurance and Management
* Industries
Fruit and Vegetable Preserves Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Antal International by 2x
Get notified about new Quality Officer jobs in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.
Senior Specialist, Quality Management Documentation (Fixed Term) - Europe - Remote
Senior Software Quality Assurance Specialist
Human Resources Officer - Payroll & Personnel Administration
Supplier Quality Engineer - SQE - Automotive
Lead Supplier Quality Specialist - Mechanical
International Distribution Quality Specialist
Specialist, Supplier Quality & Development
Sant Esteve Sesrovires, Catalonia, Spain 2 weeks ago
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr