About this role
Assistant Manager Quality Continuous Improvement Apparel & Accessories
Your Mission
- Lead and execute supplier quality management system (QMS) audits, drive corrective and preventive actions, and contribute to manufacturing excellence and supplier capability development across the Apparel & Accessories supply chain. Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of PUMA Apparel & Accessories Quality Management Systems (QMS), standards, and governance frameworks
- Quality Audits, Compliance & Corrective Action Management: Conduct quality system audits at Tier 1 suppliers according to the audit plan. Evaluate manufacturing processes, quality systems, operational controls, and product quality performance. Identify compliance gaps, process weaknesses, and quality risks. Support issuance, follow-up, and verification of CARs and CAPs. Monitor corrective action implementation and effectiveness
- Quality Systems, Standards & Governance: Support the development, review, and maintenance of Apparel & Accessories Quality Manuals, Standards, SOPs, protocols, and guidelines. Assist in ensuring compliance with PUMA quality requirements, industry best practices, and applicable regulatory requirements. Support standardization of quality processes across supplier facilities. Maintain quality documentation and governance systems
- Continuous Improvement & Capability Development: Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects and improve process capability. Analyze audit findings, quality trends, and performance data. Assist in supplier capability development programs and training activities. Promote best practices in quality management and manufacturing excellence
- Stakeholder Engagement & Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with suppliers, sourcing, development, production, and quality teams. Communicate audit findings, quality risks, and corrective action progress. Support cross-functional projects focused on product quality and manufacturing excellence. Build effective working relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders
YOUR TALENT
- Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field
- Min 5 years of experience in apparel, accessories, textile, or consumer goods manufacturing, with strong expertise in quality management systems, supplier quality assurance, audits, and continuous improvement
- Sound knowledge of garment or accessories manufacturing processes, quality assurance, quality control, root cause analysis, and corrective action management
- Experience working with international brands or global supply chains is highly preferred. ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification is an advantage
- Strong communication skills in English and Vietnamese. Chinese is a plus
- Strong analytical and interpersonal skills, with a proactive, results focused approach and the ability to adapt and collaborate across teams
PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.
At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience.
To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.
PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide.
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About Us
At PUMA, we are in constant pursuit of faster. That extends beyond our support of the fastest athletes in the world. We also work to be fast in how we adapt to and connect with the constantly changing world around us. Through innovative design, iconic footwear and apparel, and authentic partnerships, we aim to always push what’s next in both sport and culture.
PUMA supports over 21,000 employees across 120+ countries. The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.