Sr Manager QC - Apparel

o5 group is an industry leader in global fashion & apparel design with 40+ years of success across wholesale, e-comm, and marketplace. We are privately held, HQ in NYC with brand offices in CA – a dynamic portfolio of global brands committed to operational excellence in design, product development, production, sourcing, distribution & logistics. With category expertise in full-collection menswear, womenswear, children swear, infant toddler;

we specialize in denim, outerwear, active wear, loungewear/sleepwear, trusted by top retailers.

The Senior Manager of QC is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for overseeing quality standards, audits, and corrective action processes across a global vendor and factory base. This position supports adult and children’s apparel, sleepwear, and accessories, with a strong focus on Costco, Walmart, Sam’s Club, and Target programs. The role partners closely with regional QA/QC leaders, New York–based production teams, overseas factories, agents, and warehouses to ensure consistent quality execution across all channels of distribution.

• Partner with regional QC leaders across multiple countries and New York–based production teams to manage global quality execution
• Own and manage all QC Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across the vendor and factory base
• Ensure factories are following established QC processes, including inline and final inspections
• Manage and maintain company and customer QC audits within the Quonda quality software system across 12 regions and all distribution channels
• Conduct weekly review and maintenance of audit logs for Costco, Club, and Walmart programs
• Partner with production teams on audit results and work‑in‑progress (WIP) status in coordination with regional teams
• Serve as the primary liaison for QC issues, working daily with production teams, overseas QC partners, agents, factories, and warehouses
• Review failed audit reports and fully own the corrective action plan (CAP) process across all brands
• Write, manage, and maintain QC CAPs within retailer portals
• Partner with warehouse teams to resolve warehouse‑related QC issues
• Participate in the evaluation and implementation of QC software management systems

• Direct experience across adult and children’s apparel, sleepwear, and accessories
• Required experience with Costco, Walmart, Sam’s Club, Club, and Target programs
• Strong product expertise in knits, wovens, and denim, including construction, dye processes, printing, and washing
• Hands‑on experience with QC software systems;
  Quonda required
• Daily interaction experience with global production regions and internal production teams
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Ability to perform in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining accuracy and deliverables
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to operate under pressure
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) + company‑paid life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) + company holidays
• Hybrid / flexible schedule (role is NY in‑office)
• Family‑oriented culture
• Responsibility & Sustainability across economic, social, and environmental impact