We are seeking a talented Assistant RDQ Manager to join our team in Italy. This is a unique opportunity to support the development, quality, and compliance of key products within the Chicken & M&P; segment for the Southern Europe Cluster, enabling successful Go‐To‐Market execution and contributing directly to a business area worth over €100 M in net sales . Activities & Responsibilities The candidate will be in charge of:
- Supporting on‐time, in‐full delivery of RDQ Go‐To‐Market activities , including artwork, labelling and compliance checks
- Assisting in the execution of launches' plans and supporting Local Portfolio Projects from concept to post launch monitoring
- Conducting technical research, validating product information, and helping prepare technical specifications aligned with regulatory and quality standards
- Tracking and analysing product complaints , supporting Careline activities, and contributing to root cause analysis and corrective action plans
- Supporting interactions with regulatory authorities and industry bodies,



sharing emerging trends and insights across RDQ teams
- Contributing to Food Culture and Superiority Advocacy initiatives, including local sensory panels and product immersion sessions Qualifications We need someone with a strong technical background, structured and analytical, able to collaborate effectively across functions and markets.

What you will need:
- Degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Chemistry, Microbiology, Engineering , or similar
- Experience in the Food & Drink industry , ideally in Technical, Quality, or Product Development roles
- Proven support in product development, quality improvement or technical project management
- Ability to understand and apply regulatory principles
- Fluency in English , Portuguese is also considered a preferred skill
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across teams What We Offer A dynamic and international work environment The opportunity to work on impactful

📌 Assistant rdq manager (Lazio)
🏢 Findus Italia
📍 Lazio