QA Manager

Job Title: Quality Assurance Manager – Apparel (Sweater & Denim Focus) Location: Cambodia (Must have hands-on factory experience in the region) About the Role: Our client is seeking an experienced and hands-on QA Manager to lead and elevate quality assurance across our apparel product lines. The successful candidate will be a technical expert in sweaters and denim, with a proven track record of managing quality and compliance directly within Cambodian factories. You will own the quality program, drive factory improvement, and mentor a team to ensure our products meet the highest standards. Key Responsibilities: Assume full ownership of end-to-end quality assurance for assigned product categories. Implement, audit, and maintain robust QA systems and factory compliance programs in line with legal, customer, and corporate requirements. Train and coach factory partners on quality standards, SOPs, and support them through certification processes. Assess and evaluate factory performance, capabilities, and compliance to ensure they meet sourcing and quality agreements. Lead, develop, and mentor a team of Quality Controllers, ensuring consistent application of QA standards on the ground. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (Sourcing, Production, Technical) to proactively resolve quality issues related to fit, wash, fabric, and construction. Conduct frequent factory visits, audits, and inspections to monitor production, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement. Qualifications & Experience: Minimum of 10 years of QA experience within the apparel manufacturing industry. Extensive technical expertise in sweaters and strong knowledge of denim, including fit, wash, fabric, and construction. Direct, hands-on experience working with and managing quality in factories located in Cambodia. Solid background in factory compliance, social/ethical standards, and quality management systems. Proven leadership skills with experience in building, training, and managing effective QA teams. Excellent problem-solving abilities with a detail-oriented and results-driven approach. Strong communicator with excellent spoken and written English. Proficiency in spoken and/or written Chinese (Mandarin). Experience with intimate apparel or other relevant product categories. Willingness and ability to travel frequently to various production sites.