Manager, Material Quality (Hong Kong)

· Building a high-performing material quality function in Hong Kong office.

· Conduct regular Tier 1 (garment factory) and Tier 2 (material supplier) site visits to assess and audit adherence to material quality protocols, validate processes, and identify risks critical to quality.

· Manage T1/T2 or third-party lab qualification, onboarding, accreditation, and ongoing performance evaluations.

· Conduct on-site inspections for high-risk raw materials, escalated issues, or non-standard production scenarios at T1/T2.

· Deliver onboarding and training to T1/T2 vendor teams on Arc’teryx quality standards, protocols, testing procedures, and inspection requirements.

· Train and audit global QCs and T1/T2 inspectors to ensure aligned and consistent quality expectations and execution across regions.

· Support the global team in issue resolution for T1/T2 material problems, including containment, root cause investigation, and corrective action plans.

· Lead regional data collection, ensure completeness and accuracy, document findings clearly and report back to the global Material Quality team and cross-functional partners.

· You hold a degree in textiles or a related technical discipline or possess equivalent professional experience.

· You have 10+ years of experience in raw materials, textile manufacturing, and/or quality management, with 3-5+ years’ experience managing and developing technical or quality teams

· You have strong working knowledge of textile fibers, yarns, woven and knit constructions, finishing techniques, films/laminations, and dyeing processes.

· You are proficient in textile testing and standards (ASTM, AATCC, ISO, GB),and can evaluate data for functional performance and conformance.

· You are experienced in supplier auditing, capability assessments, and performing onsite inspections.

· You bring strong leadership skills and able to manage multiple topics/projects with minimal supervision.

· You adapt quickly in dynamic manufacturing environments and make sound decisions under pressure.

· You are a strong problem solver, with a creative and collaborative approach to solving challenging problems

· You are fluent in English and have strong communication skills

· You have the ability to travel throughout Asia and internationally, as required.

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