Director, Quality Assurance

VARSITY SPIRIT, A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE DRIVING FORCE IN SPIRIT ACROSS CHEER, DANCE AND BAND

For over 50 years, Varsity Spirit has been the leading global source for all things spirit, including cheerleading, dance team and performing arts. Focused on safety, entertainment and traditional school leadership, Varsity Spirit’s 5,000+ employees are dedicated to celebrating school spirit. A leader in apparel innovation, educational camps, clinics, and competitions, Varsity Spirit impacts more than a million athletes each year.

 

OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

At Varsity Spirit, the safety and wellbeing of the young people we serve is of the utmost importance. Since our inception 50 years ago, we have been – and remain – steadfastly committed to doing our part to create a safe and positive environment for our participants’ physical, emotional, and social development, and promoting an environment free from abuse and misconduct. Varsity has a zero tolerance for abuse in its programs, events, and associated business activities. Varsity is committed to reporting all suspicions, allegations, and incidents of abuse in full accordance with local laws and reporting requirements. Learn more at Our Commitment to Safety - Varsity.com.

WORK TYPE: Remote

LOCATION DETAILS: Candidate must live in the United States of America. Prefence to candidates who live in the Dallas-Ft.Worth Metroplex.

WORK HOURS: Full time

PAY RATE: USD $121,500 - $150,000 Base Salary

Pay rate will vary based on criteria such as education, experience and qualifications of the applicant, location, internal equity, and alignment with the market.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT: ~20%

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

The Director of Quality Assurance is responsible for overseeing all quality functions across Supplier Quality, Custom Manufacturing Quality, the Quality Lab, and Environmental Sustainability. This role ensures that quality standards are upheld throughout the entire supply chain, from raw materials to finished goods, and leads initiatives to continuously improve quality processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the apparel industry and a track record of driving quality improvements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Oversee Supplier Quality programs, ensuring compliance with company standards and driving continuous improvement across the supply base.
• Lead teams responsible for Custom Manufacturing Quality, ensuring that production meets internal and customer standards.
• Direct the Quality Lab to ensure accurate testing of raw materials, fabrics, and finished goods, while developing new testing protocols as needed.
• Oversee the Environmental Sustainability manager, ensuring alignment with the company's sustainability goals and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement quality assurance strategies to improve overall product quality, reduce defects, and drive customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Development, Sourcing, and Manufacturing, to align on quality standards and address quality issues.
• Manage relationships with third-party labs and testing facilities, ensuring timely and accurate testing for materials and products.
• Build and maintain robust supplier scorecards and performance metrics to ensure accountability and data-driven decision-making.
• Lead the creation and implementation of SOPs related to quality assurance, testing, and sustainability.
• Drive the use of quality data to identify trends, reduce defects, and improve processes throughout the supply chain.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards, including environmental and sustainability certifications.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability within the Quality Assurance team.
• Manage and mentor direct reports, providing leadership and development opportunities.
• Oversee department budgeting and resource allocation to ensure efficient use of resources while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Lead internal audits and supplier audits to ensure compliance with company standards.
• Act as the key escalation point for all major quality issues, both internally and with suppliers.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Extensive experience in quality assurance within the apparel industry, including knowledg