John Phillips

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About John Phillips

Highly resourceful, proactive, and methodical Head of Quality Assurance with 20+ years’ experience of cultural subtleties in developing, implementing and managing effective quality control processes and production structures in leading global manufacturing markets across UK, Europe, Central America, North and South East Asia. Possesses a broad knowledge and extensive network of contacts to support the sourcing and aqcusition of materials to fulfil manufacturing of products across Textile, Apparel, Intimates and Kids clothing enterprises. Applys a systematic and transparent approach utilising a mixture of persuasive, collaborative and directive skills to achieve production targets and business objectives. Instrumental in streamlining processes, implementing new strategies, improving operational efficiency and identifying new opportunities to improve business performance. A Qualified Industrial Engineer with a extensive background of motivating vendors, improving vertical supply chains, applying best practice standards in Quality/Compliance, and development of skilled subordinates. Operational Effectiveness Identifying Key Trading Opportunities Staff Management/Mentoring Audits/Reviews Operational Excellence/Management Process Improvement/Streamlining Supplier Management Material Sourcing/Manufacturing Quality Management Quality Control/Assurance Budgeting/Forecasting Commercial/Cultural Awareness Project & Product Management Multi-Site Operations Management Vender/Supplier Engagement/Negotiations EXPRESS, Lucky Brand, Under Armour, John Varvatos, Hanesbrands, Jamie & Jack, COSTCO, Victoria Secrets, Calvin Klein, A&F, Jockey, Tommy Bahama, Target, La Senza, Walmart, Kmart, Warnaco, Warner Bros, Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Sears, L. L. Bean, Talbots, NY & Co; & Limited OAKLEY, Rossignal, M&S, DIM, NEXT, BHS & House of Frazer,