Quality Manager/ Senior Manager (Apparel)

Job Responsibilities - Responsible for managing all QC preproduction and bulk apparel related activities across China, SEA - Requires close coordination and working relationships between HK QC Hub, Merchandising, Compliance and direct liaison with the customers - Ensuring customer quality is understood in the field through training, supervision and support - Setting and tracking KPI’s to track vendor, QC and QA performance – generating reports for internal and external analysis / action - Overseeing and managing factory evaluations / CAPs - Building strong trust and credibility with the customers - Coordinating and lead investigations into customer DC/store rejects through Root Cause Analysis and CAP - Engaging with merchandising team to influence sourcing strategy - Monitoring QC expenses, creating a lean and efficient team - Supporting various quality project initiatives - Quality process/ manual review - Review and analyze lab-test, performance and statistical reports Job Requirements: - Higher Diploma or above in Fashion, Textiles or related disciplines - At least 10-year relevant working experience with minimum 8 years at managerial level - Familiar with both Woven and Knit garment items with proven track record in production, quality control management and QA technical - Solid experience in a similar position or comparable leadership role for US retailers or trading companies - Hands on knowledge and experience of apparel manufacturing processes is essential - Possess knowledge in factory safety and apparel safety requirements for US and EU - Sound knowledge in technical patterns and construction. - Strong leadership skills to manage teams and related department - Good problem solving and communication skills to deal with customers and factories - Independent, well-organized and presentable - Good command of written & spoken English - Occasional business travel is expected