Senior Manager, Quality Assurance - Fashion -Materials
Walmart
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Position Summary...
What you'll do...
The Senior Manager, Quality Assurance – Fashion – Materials is responsible for leading and managing the quality assurance strategy for all materials used in the fashion category. This role ensures that all fabrics, trims, and related materials meet or exceed company and regulatory standards for quality, safety, and sustainability. The Senior Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Development, Sourcing, and Merchandising, to drive continuous improvement and deliver exceptional product quality to customers.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement quality assurance policies and procedures for all fashion materials.
Lead a team of QA professionals to monitor, inspect, and test materials throughout the supply chain.
Partner with suppliers and vendors to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for material quality issues.
Oversee material testing protocols, certifications, and documentation.
Collaborate with Product Development and Sourcing teams to select and approve new materials.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance material quality, reduce defects, and optimize costs.
Stay current on industry trends, regulations, and best practices related to material quality and sustainability.
Report on key quality metrics and present findings to senior leadership.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering, Materials Science, Quality Management, or related field (Master’s preferred).
7+ years of experience in quality assurance, with a focus on fashion materials or textiles.
Strong knowledge of material testing methods, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
Proven leadership experience managing QA teams and cross-functional projects.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Experience working with global suppliers and manufacturing partners.
Certification in Quality Management (e.g., Six Sigma, CQE) is a plus.
Benefits & Perks:
Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off, multiple health plans, and much more.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing unique styles, experiences, identities,ideasand opinions while being welcoming of all people.
Who We Are:
Join Walmart and your work could help over 275 million global customers live better every week. Yes, we are the Fortune #1 company. But you'll quickly find were a company who wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. A career at Walmart is where the worlds most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our stores. Join us and you'll discover wy we are a world leader in sustainability and community involvement. From day one, you'll be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life.careers.walmart.com
You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.
For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00-$180,000.00
Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:
- Stock
Minimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Education, Engineering, or related field and 4 years’ experience in training, quality, product development, or related area OR 6 years’ experience in training, quality, product development, or related area.Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Assessing training programs and customer service levels in a production, sales, or customer service environment., Providing performance feedback or on-the-job training, Supervisory Masters: Business, Masters: Communication, Masters: Computer Engineering, Masters: Education Six Sigma - Certification
