Senior Quality Assurance Manager
Croydon
Croydon, United Kingdom
Full Time
Head-Office
Permanent Contract
£ Competitive
About the Role
🌟 Join Superdrug Head Office- Make a Real Difference Every Day! 🌟
📍 Location: East Croydon
🕒 Hours: 37.5
💷 Salary: Competitive
🎉 Why Superdrug?
Passionate about Beauty and Health? Want to be part of an innovative, trend setting retailer? Our vibrant Head Office, based by East Croydon station is a fantastic environment filled with hundreds of brilliant personalities.
We’re a team that puts our customers and our teams at the heart of everything we do. At Superdrug, we aim to be the best in accessible health & beauty, loved by our customers for value, choice, friendly advice, service and fun.
Our success comes from our people – they make the difference. We’re all about personality, we have fun, and we work hard to deliver That Superdrug feeling.
📅 Here's the exciting bit…a day includes:
You will manage Own Brand product development, quality and supplier base across various assigned categories by working closely with commercial, design and supply chain colleagues.
Deliver the agreed NPD plans by providing technical expertise throughout the new product development process and ensure pre and post launch product
compliance and supplier compliance with both ASW Guidelines and existing regulatory requirements.
📝 Key Responsibilities:
Develop Own Brand product ranges across all of our categories with the commercial team, setting out the technical and
corporate social responsibility requirements.
Ensure all suppliers comply with and maintain compliance with ASW requirements.
Deliver the technical elements of the New Product Development process and ensure ongoing product and supplier compliance with ASW guidelines and relevant
legal requirements.
Deliver the technical aspects of all critical paths to budget/cost and within set timescales.
Technical Expert – be an expert source of technical information, standards and legal requirements across all of our categories
Develop build and maintain effective working relationships with both internal
and external stakeholders.
Continually keep up to date with technical innovation to ensure we develop exciting market leading products
Undertake store and supplier visits
As a Senior Quality Control Manager you will be managing a small team and will be involved in the development and growth of the Superdrug technical team .
Key Stakeholders
Internal
Own Brand team, Commercial team, Store operations, Customer relations, Legal, ASW Group Technical
External
Suppliers, Test houses, Industry Experts, Fragrance houses, Raw material suppliers.
What you’ll need to succeed:
Must have a degree or equivalent in Cosmetic Science
8 years plus in Cosmetics & Toiletries.
Healthcare experience would be an advantage.
Managing and coaching experience of junior team members would be an advantage
Proven experience working in fast paced commercial environment
Commercial acumen
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
Ability to work to deadline and prioritise workload
Able to work on own initiative and problem solve
Team player
Resilient
This role requires a strong mix of technical knowledge, organisational skills, and the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders. Also required, is the ability to balance the need for compliance and diligence with the commercial need for development at pace.
💡 Here's what's in it for you:
33 days holiday rising to 38 days with length of service (inclusive of bank holidays)
2 staff discount codes for yourself and a family member or friend
30% discount on Superdrug Own Brand Products both in store and online
Hybrid working patterns available depending on role responsibilities with 2 days working from home and 3 days in our stylish, modern and collaborative office close to East Croydon Station
Company pension matching and bonus
We offer Stream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
Being part of more! We are part of a group who work closely with Savers, The Perfume Shop and Three UK
We are part of A.S. Watson Group, the world's largest international health and beauty retailer with over 15,700 stores in 25 markets!
Unrivalled Learning and Development programmes
Enhanced maternity/shared parental/adoption leave, company sick pay and pregnancy loss and support
Come and be part of something special.
Hours: 37.5 | 9.00am - 5.30pm - Hybrid working available depending on role responsibilities with 2 days working from home and 3 days in our stylish, modern and collaborative office close to East Croydon Station.
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Location
Superdrug Head Office, 51 Sydenham Road, Croydon, CR0 2EU, United Kingdom
Why Work With Us?
Superdrug, where we embrace exciting challenges that make a real difference. We provide a supportive environment where your innovative ideas and proactive spirit are not just welcomed but celebrated. Where you can be you! Are you ready to make your mark with us?
Avivia Digicare
Workplace+ You and your family will get access to an app that gives you free healthcare services like Digital GP, mental health consultations and an annual health check!
Holiday
You’ll receive up to 25 days of holiday, with the option to buy or sell days each year. Your holiday entitlement increases with your length of service—rising to 28 days after 3 years and up to 30 days after 5 years. Head office employees also enjoy 8 UK bank holidays each year.
Stream
The Stream app allows you to track how much money you’re earning throughout the month and take up to 40% of it ahead of pay day, giving you more pay flexibility. You will also have access to lots of discounts, a financial coach and a competitive saving pot.
Benefits
You can earn up to 30% bonus with March pay, get annual salary reviews in January, receive up to 7% pension contributions, and opt into company-paid private medical insurance, plus many more benefits. Check out your department page for more!
Amazing Team
Superdrug is a place for everyone. We respect every voice and celebrate individuality. Enjoy team incentives and fun! If you’re passionate and resilient, Superdrug is the place for you!
Team Member Discount
Enjoy perks like 30% off on Superdrug Own Brand products and 10% off on other brands. This includes our Superdrug Health Clinics and Superdrug Online Doctor! We also have friends and family events, where we increase your discount and allow you to share it!
Fantastic Fun
Work at Superdrug is not just work, it’s a fun-filled journey. We create a vibrant atmosphere filled with positivity. Every day brings new opportunities to learn, grow, and make a difference in the lives of our customers and colleagues.
Inspiring Futures
Superdrug is dedicated to inspiring careers We offer a variety of learning opportunities, including bespoke training programs that equip employees with the skills necessary to advance and transition into different roles.
Journey to Joining Our Amazing Team
1. Submit Your Application
Apply online with your CV, highlighting how your skills align with the role at Superdrug.
2. Initial Screening
Our recruitment team will review your application and contact you if it matches our requirements to confirm you are comfortable with the core details of the role and to get to know you better!
3. First Interview
If selected, you will be invited to a competency-based interview with the line manager via teams.
4. Second Interview
If further selected, you will attend a face-to-face interview at our Head Office. Depending on the role, you may be asked to prepare a presentation or complete a task for technical positions. You will be informed in advance if this is required.
5. Offer & Contract
Upon a successful application, you will receive a job offer and contract outlining the specifics of your role, salary, and benefits. Once accepted, we will initiate the onboarding process to collect all necessary details from you.
6. Onboarding
After completing your onboarding, your line manager will contact you to extend a welcome and address any questions you may have to ease first-day nerves. You will then be provided with a comprehensive induction plan designed to ensure your success.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions? We have answers! - Check out our FAQ page for more.
Job Reference: 248187