Quality Manager - Epping at TFG (The Foschini Group)

Responsibilities:

• To apply product technical knowledge and manufacturing experience in approving pre-production samples by identifying, recommending (internal) and resolving (external) quality risks thereby ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Ensure accurate capturing of sample assessment outcomes
• To regularly analyse and report on Quality KPIs
• To process style quality queries to a satisfactory conclusion, in close communication with TFG Quality Audit Department as well as The Design Centre Brand teams.
• To monitor delivered quality standards via regular store visits.
• Ensure desired level of quality is consistently aligned to the multiple TFG Brand strategies and communicated internally and externally, yet working within a Quick Response environment.
• To stay abreast of technical developments within the industry locally and internationally.
• Work closely with manufacturers driving corrective action plans and TQM projects.

Requirements: 

• Have a relevant technical qualification (Degree/ Diploma), ie Clothing Management or Fashion Design
• Extensive knowledge and experience in pattern making / alterations, pattern grading, fit and design balance.
• Have experience in apparel manufacturing, having worked as a product quality manager or quality technician.
• Have a keen interest in retail, apparel, quality assurance and quality control. 
• Proficient in MS Office.