Quality Manager

Job description

Summary The objectives of the position are to: Oversee all local quality functions and collaborate with HQ to align quality initiatives with company strategy. Drive continuous improvement in both supplier and product quality to meet and exceed set standards. Ensure accurate work execution, resolve problems, and manage compliance to maintain a safe and efficient quality system. Lead, train, and develop the local quality team for optimal performance. Improve supplier and product quality to achieved set quality standards What you'll do The holder of the position is mainly responsible for the following areas in coordination with his / her superior: Strategic & Team Leadership: Lead and organize a team of Quality Experts, drive operations to align with company strategy, and cultivate corporate culture. Monitor daily staff roles, assess capabilities, and implement improvement measures. Supplier and Product Quality: Ensure suppliers comply with company inspection programs and policies. Continuously monitor and improve supplier and product quality by analyzing performance, overseeing improvement plans, and managing on-site inspection programs. Operational & System Management: Oversee, maintain, and continuously improve the overall quality system. Develop quality control procedures to reduce defects and improve efficiency. Drive the success of supplier self-inspection programs and ensure on-time shipment release. Collaboration & Communication: Liaise with HQ and cross-functional teams to discuss critical project issues and ensure clear, timely information flow. Escalate major quality risks and support cross-functional teams with quality findings. Financial & Reporting: Be responsible for the testing budget, monitor third-party costing issues, and analyze samples and reports against company KPIs. Ensure accurate reporting and risk assessments. Project Management: Work on internal projects such as data analysis, SOPs, and product improvement initiatives to decrease return rates. Meeting & Follow-up: Arrange and attend regular meetings with factory management on quality objectives and improvement initiatives. Review weekly/bi-weekly meeting recaps and follow up on necessary actions. What you'll need We are seeking a highly experienced professional with a Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, a related scientific discipline, or textile engineering. The ideal candidate will have extensive technical expertise in hardgoods and garment manufacturing processes. Key Responsibilities: Experience: A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years at an assistant managerial or leadership level within the European retail market or a third-party testing laboratory. You should have solid experience in the greater Asia manufacturing landscape. Technical Knowledge: Possess in-depth knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes for garments and hardgoods. You will interpret inspection and testing reports, and accurately read and interpret EU/US regulations, directives, standards, and technical documents. Interpersonal Skills: Be a collaborative team player with a proven ability to build relationships, establish networks, and gain credibility at all organizational levels. You will utilize your strong interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills to effectively collaborate with others. Work Ethic: You must be able to work independently under pressure with a proactive, "can-do" attitude. Communication: Fluency in written and spoken English and the local language is essential. German language skills are a valuable asset. Computer Skills: Must be computer literate. Travel: Frequent travel to factories is required. What you'll receive Teamwork sustainability comfort working environment with professional skill to growth. Long work sustained and performance career vision with Lidl& Kaufland expanding strategic influence and financial oversight. Key areas for growth include taking on more responsibility for company-wide strategy, leading complex internal project