Head of Quality / Technical (General Merchandise Retailer)
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| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Area | East Midlands, UKLondon, UKNorth West, UKSouth East, UKWest Midlands, UKYorkshire, UK |
| Sector | Retail & Consumer Goods - Technical / NPD |
| Salary | £Excellent + Car + Bonus + Benefits |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Job Ref | 12984 |
| Job Views | 563 |
- Description
- Our client is a leading retailer with stores nationwide and a reputation for outstanding customer service and value. They are currently looking to recruit a Head of Quality to join their HQ team.
Reporting directly to the board the main responsibilities of the role will be:- Setting the companywide Quality / Technical agenda and strategy
- Leading the Quality / Technical team with significant direct and indirect reports both in the UK and overseas
- Working closely with key internal stakeholders to develop best practice
- Driving development of Own Brand ranges across all categories in conjunction with the Design team
- Management of the supply base from a Quality / Technical perspective, including supplier visits abroad
- Working in-line with the company values and ethos to develop a culture of excellence
Applicants will need to have the following skills and attributes:- Educated to degree level with a strong academic background
- Senior level experience for a leading large scale Retailer or Supplier in a Quality / Technical leadership role
- Experience working with Retail Own Brand products across multiple categories
- Excellent communication skills, able to build relationships at all levels
- Excellent supplier management skills
- Ability to deliver results in a fast paced head office environment
- Experience working closely with board level colleagues
- Accountability for achieving and excelling company targets
- Demonstrable management experience, coaching and developing team members
