Vera Bradley · 3 hours ago
Supplier Quality & Testing Specialist
Vera Bradley is a company focused on quality and compliance in their products, and they are seeking a Supplier Quality & Testing Specialist to manage testing and certification processes. The role involves collaborating with vendors and internal teams to ensure compliance, oversee supply chain tasks, and maintain accurate documentation.
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Responsibilities
Review new raw material development to assess risk
Define and maintain quality standards for raw materials in line with industry standards or coordinate internally to establish aligned standards
Once POs are issued, identify high-risk raw materials for lab testing and manage TR execution in ecVision
Lead quality initiatives with assigned suppliers for raw materials, driving improvements in supplier quality and enhancing value delivery
Maintain product specification and performance assurance through conformance testing, including measurements, wash testing, performance testing, etc
Generate weekly PO report to identify high-risk finished good (FG) styles for laboratory testing (physical and chemical), review testing records approaching expiration for FG, coordinate testing requests (TR) with Quality Engineers (QE), and process TRs in ecVision
Provide supplier qualifications, material issue resolution, drive raw material supplier corrective actions (CAP)
Review, evaluate, and override lab test results within the ecVision platform, in consultation with Quality Engineers and aligned with business requirements
Maintain accurate records of raw materials and finished goods (FGs) testing results in FLEX throughout the testing process
Manage the database (labeling, wash instruction, risk levels etc) in Flex PLM, ensuring all information is accurate and updated and available for cross functional teams
Track, analyze, and report on quality performance and trends
Run, assess, report, and escalate as needed the bi-weekly Supply Chain Risk Report on the TrusTrace and Kharon platforms
Keep the Supply Chain Due Diligence SharePoint site up to date and ensure chain of custody documentation is available
Upload PO evidence documents to the TrusTrace platform and escalate to vendors missing required documents
Compile Testing Metrics (test results, inspections, chargebacks, SCARs) for biannual scorecards
Manage Law Label renewals and ensure compliance
Track and initiate the collection and renewal of material and vendor certifications
Update Bills of Materials (BOMs) with hangtag information incl. seasonal UPC data
Submit testing reports to Disney via the designated portal
Serve as the IT SuperUser, providing system expertise and support
Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as product development, materials development, sourcing, and merchandising
Document and maintain Quality procedures
Serve as a backup for Quality & Compliance Manager and Standards & Execution Specialist
Participate in other tasks and projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent experience
3-5 years supplier quality experience
Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills
Strong organizational, problem solving, project management, and analytical skills to manage testing processes and documentation
Must be comfortable with rapidly changing priorities, and regulatory changes
Proficiency in the following systems: ecVision and Flex PLM, MS Excel, and MS Word
Familiarity with material certifications, testing standards, and compliance requirements
Effective communication skills for liaising with vendors and stakeholders
Attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines
Preferred
Advanced Excel skills a plus
2-3 years apparel Retail/Manufacturing industry experience a plus
Benefits
Medical plan options including both a HDHP/HSA plan and a PPO plan
Dental
Vision
Flexible spending accounts
Employer provided 2X your salary in life insurance
Accidental Death and Disability insurance
Voluntary life insurance for you, your spouse and your children
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Paid family medical leave
401k with generous company match, immediate vesting (age and service requirement)
Strong line up of professionally managed funds
Safe-harbor plan design
Earn up to 3 weeks of paid time off in your first year of employment with opportunity to earn more
9 paid holidays a year
Paid bereavement leave
Voluntary Time Off
Access to a variety of financial, physical, and mental wellness experts
Employee Assistance Program with access to work/life wellness support including no cost unlimited telephonic counseling services
Opportunities for leadership development, skill development and career advancement
Generous employee discount on Vera Bradley products
Bonus opportunity, identity protection, legal services, pet insurance, cell phone discount, employee referral bonus, annual birthday gift, DailyPay, corporate fitness facility and individual policies through Aflac
Company
Vera Bradley
Vera Bradley is a leader in fashionable, colorful, cotton quilted handbags, accessories, and paper and gift items for women of every age.
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Funding
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