Location: Marrakesh, Morocco – Initially onsite with the option to transition to a hybrid work model.

Compensation: Competitive salary of US $65K with a 10-20% performance-based bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

Join an international leader in quality management, renowned for enhancing global standards across diverse industries, including apparel, toys, electronics, household products, and health. We are seeking a dynamic Regional Leader for the MED - Textiles to spearhead operations in Morocco, focusing on delivering excellence, maximizing profitability, and nurturing team capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational & Financial Leadership:
  • Take full P&L ownership to meet or exceed contribution targets.
  • Enhance profitability by implementing cost control measures and driving structural changes.
  • Streamline production processes and initiate cost-saving strategies.
  • Fortify middle management to ensure sustainable growth.
• Efficiency & Team Development:
  • Maximize team efficiency across inspections and audits.
  • Enhance planning and scheduling through proactive training and automation.
  • Transform field operations from quality control to quality assurance and excellence standards.
  • Initiate learning and qualification programs for inspectors and auditors.
• Customer Satisfaction & Quality Assurance:
  • Maintain a claims ratio below 0.2% to uphold customer satisfaction.
  • Lead client onboarding through kick-off meetings and SOP validation.
  • Foster continuous improvement in field and back-office deliverables.
• Technical Expertise & Innovation:
  • Build a team of expert auditors aligned with strategic sales and lab goals.
  • Develop new solutions to address customer challenges in sourcing and compliance.
  • Collaborate with technical leads to enhance customer-centric operations.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a pivotal regional operation in quality assurance, focusing on scaling capabilities, improving performance, and enhancing customer impact.

Qualifications:

• Over 12 years of experience in the textile or manufacturing textile industry, with a management background.
• Proven leadership in quality inspection or operational roles within multinational environments.
• Strong understanding of P&L management and cost control, with a record of improving profitability.
• Expertise in inspection and audit operations and team development.
• Deep domain knowledge in softlines or related industries.
• Multicultural sensitivity and excellent stakeholder engagement skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; advanced degree preferred.
• Fluency in English is required; French fluency is highly desirable.

Why This is a Great Opportunity:

This role offers significant autonomy and the chance to evolve from an individual contributor to a management position. It provides flexibility with the option for a hybrid work model and is open to candidates based anywhere in Morocco.