QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER (CONTRACTOR)

WE ARE DENIM HEADS.

We love denim. Live and breathe it. It’s in our DNA. At G-STAR, we see no limit to what denim can do. We believe it can be force of progress and innovation for both people and planet. How? By hiring the most creative, curious and caring minds. People who think beyond fashion. Bringing big ideas to big challenges. Driven by possibility. Those who work hard, make mistakes, but always continue to grow. Denim is in our DNA, our people are our stitching. Join the denim heads making raw denim.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background, identity, or experience.

HERE’S WHAT WE’LL DO TOGETHER:

As the Quality Assurance Manager in this contractor role, you will lead the end-to-end quality assurance processing across the product lifecycle — from development to bulk production and shipment. You will ensure G-STAR’s high standards in fabric quality, garment construction, and quality standards are consistently met across all suppliers and production partners. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise in denim & woven and (wet)garment processing, and the ability to drive continuous improvement across global supply chains.

YOUR TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Quality Management

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) across all suppliers and fabric mills (mainly one partner for fabric and garment production).
• Oversee annual and bi-annual audits (QMS, MCDP, Sustainability(basic)) and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Conduct risk assessments and classify styles based on complexity and potential quality challenges. Manage risk assessment process from end-to-end.
• Evaluate quality and processes in fabric/trim mills

Fabric & Garment Processing Oversight

• Ensure consistency in fabric quality, shrinkage, stretch, and treatment results from SMS to bulk production.
• Approve fabric lots, wash PPS, and shade bands, bulk test reports in line with SOPs.
• Conduct quality audits on new and existing mills.

Vendor & Team Leadership