Quality Assurance Director, Apparel (Mens/Womens)
Core
Define and lead the comprehensive Quality Assurance strategy for apparel products, ensuring they meet design intent, safety, and regulatory standards across global markets.
Role type
Director-level strategic leader in apparel quality control and supply chain compliance
Builds
Apparel product lines (mens/womens essentials) for a direct-to-consumer retail brand
Domain
Apparel manufacturing, textile science, global supply chain, retail
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic leadership in quality assurance, fabric and textile science expertise, garment construction knowledge, global regulatory compliance management, advanced quality methodologies (FMEA, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis), supplier quality management, team building and mentorship
Preferred skills
Experience in online apparel retail environments, expertise in AQL standards and statistical process control, knowledge of Total Quality Management (TQM) principles
Technologies
FMEA, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, Statistical Process Control, AQL standards
Responsibilities
Define and implement the overarching Quality Assurance and compliance strategy for the Apparel product lifecycle; Provide guidance to Merchandising, Sourcing, and Product Development teams to resolve complex quality concerns; Ensure adherence to design intent, craftsmanship standards, and global regulatory compliance; Direct the application of advanced quality tools and methodologies to eliminate systemic risks; Establish global Test Protocols and inspection standards for textile applications; Oversee execution of testing and inspection plans across internal teams and manufacturing partners; Lead development of quality governance for product performance and durability; Stay ahead of evolving global regulations and industry best practices; Cultivate strategic relationships with global suppliers and external inspection agencies; Drive defect reduction initiatives and implement supplier quality management programs; Build and mentor a high-performing team of Quality Assurance professionals
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership and team management