Associate Quality

We are seeking an experienced Associate Quality Assurance – Apparel to lead QA processes across key sourcing hubs while being based in Ahmedabad. This role is critical to maintaining quality standards across all types of apparel, including menswear, womenswear, kidswear, basics, fashionwear, and seasonal collections. The ideal candidate must have a strong background in retail quality assurance, excellent knowledge of AQL-based inspections, and the capability to travel across sourcing centers in Surat, Vapi, Mumbai, Indore, and Jaipur.

Position : Associate Quality Assurance – Apparel

Work location : Ahmedabad

Working days : 6 days a week

Job Description:

● Conduct and manage inline and final inspections following defined AQL standards.

● Ensure quality compliance with brand-specific standards across product categories.

● Identify defects and root causes and implement CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) in coordination with vendors.

● Oversee quality activities across Surat, Vapi, Mumbai, Indore, and Jaipur—while being stationed in Ahmedabad.

● Schedule and perform regular factory visits to monitor and guide QA teams at vendor locations.

● Ensure uniform QA processes across all sourcing hubs.

● Ensure all products meet the standards of retail or premium D2C brands under our portfolio.

● Implement and maintain brand-specific SOPs and QA documentation.

● Collaborate with brand teams to understand style-specific quality expectations.

● Maintain detailed quality reports, inspection records, and issue logs.

● Share actionable insights and weekly QA status updates with the Head of Sourcing, QA & Tech.

● Monitor key metrics like rejection rates, audit scores, and shipment approvals.

● Train vendor teams on AQL methods, defect categorization, and preventive measures.

● Guide factories in strengthening their internal QA systems for self-governed quality delivery.

Job Specifications:

● Degree/Diploma in Textile Technology, Apparel Production, Fashion Technology, or equivalent.

● 8–12 years in quality assurance for apparel, ideally with retail brands or premium D2C companies.

● Prior experience in companies like ABFRL, Landmark, Tata Trent, Reliance Retail, Shoppers Stop, or premium fashion startups.

● Hands-on with inline and final inspections, AQL, fabric and garment specs. Other requirements:

● Strong communication, documentation, and vendor management capabilities..

● Proactive and solutions-oriented mindset.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to ₹950,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Narol, Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• QA/QC: 4 years (Required)
• Fashion retail: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: In person