Quality & Sustainability Sr. Manager

The Group Quality & Sustainability Sr Manager is responsible for overseeing and leading the development and implementation of the Americas quality management, sustainability and HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) strategies across the Region. The role ensures the alignment of quality standards, regulatory compliance, and sustainability initiatives with corporate objectives, while driving the Region's commitment to long-term environmental, social, and economic responsibility.

Key responsabilities: 

• Lead Americas quality and sustainability strategy, ensuring alignment with the company's overall vision, business goals, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee and direct the development, implementation, and maintenance of Americas' quality management systems (QMS) to ensure compliance with global standards (ISO 9001, ISO 13485, etc.). 
• Lead and oversee the action plan to reduce scrap, rework, FPY, and warranty costs across all plants in the Americas and service subsidiaries, ensuring each site develops and executes robust corrective action plans, and driving continuous improvement initiatives aligned with global Quality standards.
• Lead the development and execution of the Americas' sustainability strategy, ensuring environmental, social, and economic sustainability goals are met across the region.
• Work closely with senior management, operations, procurement, and supply chain teams to embed quality and sustainability initiatives into all key business processes and projects.
• Lead and manage large-scale quality improvement projects, driving continuous improvement across sites to enhance operational efficiencies, product quality, and compliance.
• Develop and execute the region's HSE strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
• Promote a zero-incident safety culture, raising awareness and engagement at all organizational levels.
• Develop and oversee the sustainability and quality reporting framework, ensuring accurate, transparent, and consistent reporting on key metrics. Monitor, develop & present HSE KPI reports to senior leadership.
• Oversee the sustainability and quality performance of key suppliers, ensuring that they meet the Americas Region's quality and environmental standards.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in quality management, sustainability,  within a global, multi-site organization; Proven experience in leading quality and sustainability initiatives that result in measurable business improvements, cost reductions, and enhanced compliance.
• Educational background: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Quality Management, Industrial Engineering, Sustainability, or a related field.

Why work for Epta

At Epta, we believe our employees are the driving force behind our success. That's why we offer a thoughtful range of perks designed to inspire, support, and celebrate our team every step of the way.

• Join Epta in this permanent role, where you'll experience a great blend of new technologies and a modern workplace culture.
• We take development opportunities seriously Take part in a variety of training through our Epta Academy and external training partners.
• Epta offers the opportunity for remote work whenever possible, along with providing the necessary technical equipment.
• Balance work and personal life perfectly with our flexible working hours.
• Give back more than we receive: Join our volunteering activities and help make the world a better place.

Our story

We at the Epta Group are a dynamic and growing international company, delivering cutting-edge commercial refrigeration solutions that impact everyday life—from ensuring fresh food in supermarkets to keeping the perfect chill in your favorite café. Our global network includes manufacturing facilities, sales entities and service organizations —all working together to provide sustainable and innovative solutions. We support customers in their green transition and support them as a fully integrated provider, from the layout of the store to the after-sales support.

With over 8,000 employees, Epta fosters an environment of continuous development. We offer career growth, extensive training, and the opportunity to thrive in a company where every challenge is a chance to create value and inspire our people. Guided by our values, we are committed to professional excellence, sustainability, and innovation in every aspect of our work.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, parental status, or social origin. At Epta, your unique perspective is what keeps us innovative and cool.