Job Information
Burlington Director, Product Quality in Burlington, New Jersey
LOCATION 2006 Route 130 North Burlington NJ US 08016
Overview
If you want an exciting job with one of the largest off-price retailers in the nation, join Burlington Stores, Inc. team as a Director Product Quality.
Position Summary:
Lead the quality team responsible for product validation, sample review and approval.Drive development of product quality program in collaboration with Merchants and Supply Chain. Build a team and process for total company sample review and approval.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Drive development of the sample review process for sourced products
Drive resolution of product quality issues that arise throughout the supply chain
Implement supply chain audit program
Collaborate with Legal and Merchant Teams on product quality and testing
Establish and lead Burlington’s Sample Approval program
Strategically design a sample approval program, including in-house testing to meet defined product specifications.
Collaborate with the Merchant team on program implementation and manage all process updates.
Oversee the review and approval of product samples to support the merchant team.
Drive development of an automated sample management system, in cooperation with IT and the Facility receiving teams, for tracking and review of Pre-Production and Top of Production samples.
Develop and lead program to mitigate product damage within the Supply Chain
Maintain master carton specifications and handling guidelines for vendors.
Collaborate with the stores, DCs, and pools to enhance Standard Operations Procedures.
Establish auditing parameters withing the supply chain.
Develop team to be the point of contact for all product quality issues that arise in the supply chain and drive resolution action plans utilizing standard quality tools such as root cause analysis.
Develop process, reporting tools, and KPI necessary to monitor supply chain performance.
Collaborate with Legal on identification and resolution of product safety concerns.
Organizational development and relationship management
Build a highly engaged high functioning team of quality and sample approval specialists
Cultivate a collaborative, creative, results-oriented work environment
Lead by example, to engage and inspire team
Manage, train, and develop team members
Provide mentoring and coaching on an ongoing basis
Drive team performance management including annual appraisals and development plans
Cultivate internal stakeholder relationships including merchandising, legal, transportation, and supply chain
Education: Bachelors of Science in a engineering or related field
Experience:
Minimum of 7 years of quality experience for a major retailer
Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience
In depth knowledge of overseas sourcing processes and systems (PLM)
Knowledge of quality tools and techniques such as 6 Sigma, Lean, GMP, QMS or similar
Skills and Abilities:
Ability to analyze and review data to identify issues and prioritize solutions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to build teamwork and resolve conflicts in high paced environment
Successful and effective management of teams in prior positions
Ability to influence others
Come join our team. You’re going to like it here!
You will enjoy a competitive wage, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.
We are a rapidly growing brand, and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.
Disclaimer: The above position description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position . As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
Posting Number 2024-226539
Location US-NJ-Burlington
Address 2006 Route 130 North
Zip Code 08016
Workplace Type Hybrid
Position Type Regular Full-Time
Career Site Category Corporate
Position Category Planning and Allocation
Evergreen Yes
Min USD $150,000.00/Annual
Mid USD $195,000.00/Annual