Fruit and Vegetable Quality Control Coordinator

In a nutshell Picnic operates in a highly dynamic and data-driven environment – from purchasing to fulfilment to customer experience. Ensuring the best possible Fruit & Veg quality requires strong coordination, clear communication, and reliable daily structure. That’s where you come in. We’re looking for a Fruit & Veg Quality Coordinator who acts as the link between the Fruit and Vegetables Quality Inspectors and the wider organisation, and helps maintain smooth and consistent quality operations. You’ll join a professional Quality team within the wider Fruit & Veg unit, working closely with Operations, Commercial, Customer Success, and suppliers. What you’ll do Quality Process - Monitoring product quality performance, trends and customer feedback - Consolidate quality insights and follow up on recurring issues - Assist in escalating structural concerns to suppliers or internal teams Communication & Alignment - Share weekly quality updates with Quality Inspectors, Operations and Commercial - Act as a first point of contact for operational questions regarding quality expectations - Prepare clear summaries and materials for internal meetings or supplier discussions Team Planning & Daily Structure - Coordinate daily priorities for Quality inspectors and ensure smooth task execution - Support onboarding, guidance and alignment of Quality team members Process Improvements - Help refine and document quality workflows and routines - Identify opportunities to increase efficiency and consistency in daily operations Product sampling & competitor benchmarking - Coordinate sampling activities (ordering, preparation, follow-up) - Be able to analyse quality issues directly on the product, identifying the root cause - Consolidate results and help identify areas requiring further attention About you - Bachelor Degree in Food Technology, Food Safety and Quality Management or related field is preferred - Minimum 2 years of experience in Fruit & Veg quality or a closely related field - Strong organisational and coordination skills - Excellent communication abilities; clear, structured and objective - Curious and willing to learn about fruit & veg quality processes and supply chains - Hands-on, proactive, solutions-focused attitude - Fluent in English; Dutch is a plus - Working location is in our Distribution Centre in Geldermalsen - Comfortable in a dynamic, fast-paced environment Picnic Perks - Free Fresh Meal, Coffee, and Snacks: Enjoy meals prepared by our chefs, plus coffee and snacks to keep your energy up. - Lease Car and Travel Allowance: Lease car available for commutes >15 km. Travel allowance of €0.21 per km for distances over 10 km from the FC. - Vacation Days: 25 holidays based on a 40-hour full-time contract. - Pension: A flexible company pension called “Doenpensioen” at a.s.r.