An opportunity has become available for a Manager: Quality to join the Prestige Clothing Caledon team.

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 the 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.

Experience and Qualification 

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.

Skills 

Problem solving, judgement and self-management skills An eye for detail and exceptional organisational skills.  Ability to work independently, as well as within a team;  To confidently influence and persuade at all levels.  Resilience and emotional maturity to work through in highly pressurised environment.  To be self-motivated, and take responsibility for your own development.

Behaviours: 

Builds Effective Teams - forms, develops, and leads a group of individuals toward the achievement of a common team objective Communicates Effectively - conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise, and impactful manner  Drives Results - sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results  Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed-upon performance targets

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.