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Bureau Vertias North America Assistant Project Manager (Softline) in Other/Not Applicable, Hong Kong
Senior Project Officer/Assistant Manager (Softline)
Responsibilities:
Review test reports for completeness and accuracy, ensuring compliance with testing standards and product safety regulations
Administer Softline testing program, reviewing test reports for physical and analytical testing failures and non-compliance
Communicate with technical teams and vendor/mill on test failures and suggest possible solutions and improvement plans
Act as a coordinator between the laboratories, mills, and vendors for any report or lab service issues, including failures and follow-up actions
Track the status of the Softline testing program, including supply chain performance on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Maintain internal supplier lists for facilities participating in Softline test programs and collect and analyze inventories, testing data, and other relevant information from vendors
Coordinate with laboratories, mills, and vendors for research and development projects related to testing and compliance
Develop and propose revisions to testing protocols and test methods, based on industry standards and benchmarking exercises
Assist in the statistical analysis of lab test data, including trend analysis and report preparation
Provide technical support as necessary, addressing technical inquiries and clarifications from mills and vendors
Assist in administrative duties such as report filing and distribution, data entry, project updates, and program status tracking
Job Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Textiles and Clothing, Material Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related discipline
Minimum of 3 years of research or relevant work experience, preferably in a laboratory or testing environment
Knowledge of the production and quality aspects of fabric, apparel, and non-apparel products
Familiarity with testing standards, product safety regulations, and functional textile and apparel properties
Strong practical skills in textile and apparel testing, including physical and chemical properties testing.
Good command in both written and spoken English, Cantonese and Mandarin
Superior analytical skills and proficiency with MS Office applications.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with mills and vendors on test failures and follow-up actions
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to analyze problems and identify solutions
Working location: Kwun Tong