QA MANAGER I CUSTOMER

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team. McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work. Job Title Quality Manager I, Customer (Hybrid – 50/50) at our Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley, Maryland. What We Bring To The Table Competitive compensation Career growth opportunities Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness Tuition assistance Position Overview Customer Quality Managers are responsible for proactively supporting the growth objectives of the business and the management and maintenance of existing business, by implementing systems and programs to allow McCormick to efficiently and effectively meet and support customer quality expectations, while assuring compliance to McCormick Quality policies and procedures. Key Responsibilities Develop customer intimacy to proactively meet customer quality expectations Interpret and assist in the development and execution of customer quality programs and systems Ensure products and procedures conform to McCormick and customer requirements Resolve complex quality issues including customer complaint resolution and issues at vendors Lead customer specification development and approval Manage Quality Systems/Food Safety customer program requirements, and be accountable for quality/food safety audit results Participate in commercialization and continuous improvement activities Serve as Quality/Technical support between the McCormick Corporate, USIG and other McCormick worldwide Quality Assurance operations and worldwide customers Required Qualifications Level of Education and Discipline: BA in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, or related field. Minimum 5 years of increasing responsibility in a Quality, Operations or Technical position. Business Acumen for customer segment, knowledge and experience of business practices for the customer base, understanding of customer go-to-market strategies and impact on quality program and practices. Quality Assurance and Food Safety Systems expertise; understanding of McCormick's internal supply chain and operations to interface as needed to meet customer requirements. Interpersonal Skills: Leadership, interactions, communication, influence; ability to communicate effectively with plant employees and across McCormick functions; ability to negotiate with customers to satisfy the customer needs without unnecessary overextension of McCormick resources; presentation skills required. Daily interface with McCormick Operations teams, designated Technical teams, business unit and account managers, and global partners. Routine interaction with Customer and Vendor quality staff, manufacturing locations, product development, purchasing teams, Supply Planning and Customer Service. Other Skills and HPO Competencies: Leadership – problem solving, data analysis, negotiation skills, sense of urgency, customer service, ability to manage multiple priorities, professionalism, teamwork, communication skills (verbal and written), general leadership, and strong work ethic. Technical – Statistical Process Control, Total Quality Management Professional; ability to interact, negotiate, and communicate effectively with customers in a professional environment. Equal Employment Opportunity McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future. Base Salary Base Salary: $86,390 to $151,220. Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick’s Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan. Benefits Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit‑sharing plans #J-18808-Ljbffr McCormick Flavor Solutions