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Head of Quality - Fashion / Apparel Industry

Head of Quality - Fashion / Apparel Industry

ConfidentialGurugram, Gurgaon / Gurugram, India
11 days ago
Job description

Location : Gurgaon, India

Level : Sr. Manager

Role Overview

We are seeking a strategic yet hands-on Head of Quality for India operations. This role is for an experienced apparel quality leader who deeply understands the Indian manufacturing landscape , global buyer expectations , and the complexities of multi-category production . The role demands an expert who can combine technical knowledge of fabrics, garment construction, and testing standards with practical, factory-floor problem-solving skills .

You will be the key guardian of quality for all India-sourced products, ensuring they meet or exceed our customers' standards for workmanship, safety, and compliance. You will drive a culture of quality excellence , supplier capability development , and data-led continuous improvement .

Key Responsibilities

Quality Leadership & Strategy

  • Develop and execute the India quality strategy aligned with global standards and brand requirements.
  • Define and track KPIs for product quality, supplier performance, and right-first-time metrics.

End-to-End Quality Management

  • Oversee quality from product development to shipment across multiple product categories.
  • Ensure compliance with buyer specifications, international quality standards (AQL, ISO, ASTM, EN), and sustainability mandates.
  • Supplier Capability Development

  • Audit, onboard, and upskill supplier factories on quality processes and defect prevention.
  • Implement corrective and preventive action plans (CAPA) with measurable results.
  • Customer Engagement

  • Act as the primary quality interface for global customers—leading reviews, sharing quality dashboards, and agreeing on improvement roadmaps.
  • Risk Management & Problem-Solving

  • Identify quality risks early in the production cycle and implement preventive measures.
  • Lead root cause analyses for critical issues and ensure permanent corrective actions.
  • Data-Driven Insights

  • Analyse inspection, testing, and inline quality data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
  • What We're Looking For

    Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Textiles, Apparel Technology, Quality Management, or related field.
  • 12+ years in apparel quality management, with 5+ years in a senior leadership role .
  • Proven experience managing multi-location quality teams and working with global fashion / lifestyle brands .
  • Domain Expertise

  • Deep understanding of garment construction, fabric performance, and lab testing protocols .
  • In-depth knowledge of Indian textile and apparel supply clusters (Tirupur, Ludhiana, Surat, Karur, etc.) and their operational challenges.
  • Hands-on experience implementing and improving Quality Management Systems (QMS) in a high-volume export environment.
  • Strong grasp of AQL standards , ANSI / ASQ Z1.4 , and buyer-specific inspection protocols .
  • Familiarity with sustainability and compliance frameworks (OEKO-TEX, GOTS, REACH, ZDHC).
  • Skills & Competencies

  • Excellent problem-solving skills, especially in time-critical shipment situations .
  • Strong leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Comfort with data analysis tools for quality metrics.
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
  • Work Location : Gurgaon, India (full-time, on-site)

    Travel : Domestic & international as required

    About Hiring company

    Hiring company is a global leader in apparel sourcing and supply chain solutions, delivering high-quality, ethically produced fashion and lifestyle products to leading international brands. With operations across multiple countries, we are known for our uncompromising focus on quality, compliance, and sustainability. Our India operations work with an extensive network of supplier factories across the country, covering categories such as knitwear, woven garments, sweaters, and home textiles.

    Skills Required

    Garment Construction

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