Job Description
We are working on a brilliant senior opportunity with a fast-paced apparel business to lead the QA and technical function across their menswear categories. This is a commercially focused, hands-on role for a technical expert who can confidently manage fit, quality, compliance, and supplier standards while partnering cross-functionally to deliver on the critical path.
The successful candidate will bring leadership, resilience, and in-depth menswear expertise to support a multi-brand, high-volume product environment.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK as sponsorship is not available.
Key Responsibilities will include
* Set and implement QA and technical strategy aligned with brand and customer requirements
* Oversee fit, grading, construction, testing, and fabric performance across menswear categories
* Ensure full compliance with UK, EU, and international regulations and licensing standards
* Own the technical critical path and drive timely approvals and problem resolution
* Work closely with offshore factories to ensure consistent product quality and manage supplier performance
* Resolve technical and compliance issues at speed without compromising brand integrity
* Partner with design, production, sourcing and supply chain to support fast-paced product development
* Support continuous improvement in quality and product consistency across all touch points
Person Specification
* Extensive experience in a senior QA or technical role within menswear apparel
* Proven leadership experience managing and developing technical teams
* Deep knowledge of garment construction, fit, testing, and fabric performance
* Strong understanding of global compliance, chemical, and labelling regulations
* Experience with licensed brands and working across multiple brand identities
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