Quality Assurance Manager, Footwear - ROW (7552)

Ariat; Guanajuato; Presencial; MXN 200,000 - 400,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Join a forward-thinking company as a Quality Assurance Manager in Footwear, where your expertise will directly impact product quality and supplier performance. This role emphasizes both quality assurance and quality control, allowing you to engage in proactive problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives. You will work closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams to uphold high standards and drive innovation in footwear manufacturing. If you have a passion for quality and a wealth of experience in the footwear industry, this is your chance to make a significant difference in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Formación

• 10+ years in Footwear Industry with 5+ years in Quality Assurance Management.
• Fluent in English with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilidades

• Drive quality assurance processes and engage with suppliers for product quality.
• Document and report quality control metrics to stakeholders.

Conocimientos

Quality Assurance Management

Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Detail-oriented

Continuous Improvement Mindset

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field

Herramientas

Microsoft Office Tools

Pivot 88

Windows

Descripción del empleo

Career Opportunities: Quality Assurance Manager, Footwear - ROW (7552)

The Quality Assurance Manager, Footwear – ROW supports the Supply Chain & Quality Manager in maintaining the quality management system, upholding quality standards in footwear manufacturing, establishing best manufacturing processes, and seek continuous improvement actions with suppliers. This position role will report to Sr. Manager, Supply Chain & Quality Assurance.

You’ll Make a Difference By

Responsibilities include 80% Quality Assurance and 20% Quality Control:

• Focusing on issue detection, solution, and prevention in footwear manufacturing
• Participating in product tear down meetings to voice foreseen production concerns and recommend solutions to product creation team
• Engaging with suppliers in all steps of product creation from the inspection of materials to final inspection of production orders
• Documenting and reporting daily, weekly, and quarterly quality control reports to relevant stakeholders
• Assuming responsibility as product developer or product engineer when necessary
• Driving improvement opportunity actions such as implementation of automation machinery and best practices
• Monitoring and improving regional quality and management system to meet or exceed the company quality goals
• Engaging with cross functional departments to achieve business goals
• Developing and leading a regional quality team to ensure high standards and ensure consistent performance by suppliers
• Engaging with regional and international quality managers to address product issues from customer returns and/or complaints
• Other duties as assigned

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field is preferred
• 10+ years of experience in the Footwear Industry with at least 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance Management
• Proficiency in Windows, Microsoft Office Tools, and Pivot 88 is preferred
• Experience with Goodyear welt and cement construction is preferred
• Fluent in English, with strong oral and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented, with strong critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Proactive, problem-solving, and results-oriented, with a continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment

About Ariat

Ariat is an innovative, outdoor global brand with roots in equestrian performance. We develop high-quality footwear and apparel for people who ride, work, and play outdoors, and care about performance, quality, comfort, and style.

This contract position may be eligible for select benefits through the payrolling agency. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance options and 401k.

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