Development Quality Leader (Textile)

A leading global sportswear retailer is seeking a Development Quality Leader to join their team in Ho Chi Minh City. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in driving the innovation and advancement of woven fabrics, ensuring products meet the highest standards for customers worldwide.

You will be at the forefront of sustainable development practices, collaborating closely with suppliers and partners to deliver high-quality products at competitive prices. The organisation offers a supportive environment that values collaboration, professional growth, and a shared commitment to responsible production. If you are passionate about quality, sustainability, and making a tangible impact on global supply chains, this role provides the platform to showcase your expertise while enjoying flexible working opportunities and ongoing training.

• Be instrumental in shaping the future of fabric development and industrialisation in Vietnam, working with a diverse network of suppliers and partners.
• Enjoy a collaborative workplace culture that champions continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and personal development through regular training opportunities.
• Contribute directly to sustainable production practices and responsible environmental management within a globally recognised brand.

What you'll do:

As a Development Quality Leader based in Ho Chi Minh City, you will immerse yourself in every stage of fabric innovation-from initial concept through industrialisation-ensuring that each product meets rigorous global standards. Your day-to-day will involve close collaboration with suppliers on both technical developments and process improvements, as well as active participation in negotiations to achieve optimal pricing. You will play a vital role in supporting suppliers adoption of advanced quality systems while championing responsible production practices that prioritise both people and the environment. By engaging with partners on sustainability initiatives and leveraging your expertise in continuous improvement methodologies, you will help shape the future of textile manufacturing in Vietnam. Your success will be measured by your ability to foster strong supplier relationships, deliver consistent product excellence, and contribute meaningfully to broader organisational goals around sustainability and customer satisfaction.

• Oversee all new fabric developments by maintaining close communication with suppliers and monitoring performance metrics throughout each project lifecycle.
• Manage new colour developments from concept through to delivery, ensuring supplier adherence to quality expectations and timelines.
• Prepare for biannual catalogue updates by negotiating with suppliers to secure competitive pricing across all product lines.
• Monitor supplier quality performance using data-driven approaches, identifying trends and areas for improvement to maintain high standards.
• Support suppliers in enhancing their internal quality systems through the implementation of robust quality control plans, audits, and laboratory assessments.
• Guide suppliers in improving human responsibility within production processes as well as environmental management systems, fostering ethical and sustainable practices.
• Engage regularly with partners and alliances to promote sustainable development initiatives across the supply chain.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to align on product requirements, timelines, and strategic objectives for fabric innovation.
• Champion continuous improvement methodologies within supplier operations to drive efficiency and elevate product quality.
• Document all key activities and outcomes related to development, industrialisation, and quality assurance for reporting purposes.

What you bring:

To excel as a Development Quality Leader, you will bring an impressive track record from the fabric sector-ideally spanning yarns, wovens or knits-where you have honed your technical acumen alongside your interpersonal skills. Your background should include significant exposure to supplier engagement activities where you have demonstrated empathy, dependability, and an inclusive approach towards building long-term partnerships. Your ability to communicate effectively in both English and Vietnamese will be essential for navigating multicultural environments while your understanding of continuous improvement principles will allow you to drive positive change within supplier operations. A passion for sports or collaborative pursuits will further enhance your fit within this supportive team culture. If you also possess additional language skills such as Chinese or French, you will find even greater opportunities for connection within this global network.

• Possess more than five years of hands-on experience within the fabric industry, particularly focusing on yarns, wovens or knits.
• Demonstrate open-mindedness alongside proactive problem-solving abilities that support effective collaboration across cultures.
• Showcase logical thinking skills that enable you to analyse complex challenges and develop practical solutions for supplier management.
• Exhibit leadership qualities that inspire trust among colleagues, partners, and suppliers alike while nurturing a supportive team environment.
• Display fluency in both English and Vietnamese to facilitate seamless communication across local and international stakeholders.
• Bring proven experience in sourcing strategies as well as supplier relationship management within fast-moving production environments.
• Have familiarity with continuous improvement frameworks such as Lean or Six Sigma along with established quality system management protocols.
• Experience participating actively in sports or similar team-based activities which reflects your enthusiasm for teamwork and shared achievement.
• Fluency in Chinese or French would be considered highly advantageous when working with multinational partners.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as one of the world's most respected names in sports retailing-renowned not only for its extensive product range but also its unwavering commitment to sustainability and ethical business practices. Employees benefit from a culture rooted in collaboration where knowledge sharing is encouraged at every level; regular training sessions ensure that everyone has access to ongoing professional development tailored to their career aspirations. Flexible working arrangements are available so you can balance personal commitments with professional responsibilities. The company's dedication to responsible production extends beyond compliance: it actively invests in community initiatives aimed at promoting environmental stewardship throughout its supply chain. By joining this team, you become part of a global movement dedicated to making sport accessible while safeguarding our planet's future.

What's next:

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact on global textile innovation while advancing your career within an inclusive environment-this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided; take the next step towards joining an inspiring team committed to excellence.

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.