Quality Controller Specialist at Guess in Sarıyer, Istanbul, Turkey

We are looking for a proactive, hands-on, and detail-oriented Quality Controller to join our Nearshore Quality team in Turkey. In this role, you will play a critical role in ensuring transparency across our supplier base by providing accurate, timely, and objective insights into factory performance, product quality, production challenges, and emerging risks. Working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will help identify risks early, support issue resolution, and contribute to maintaining consistent quality standards across the supplier base.

• Proven experience in quality control, inspection, or quality assurance within the textile, apparel, or manufacturing industry.

• Strong knowledge of garment construction, workmanship standards, measurements, and finishing techniques.

• Ability to conduct inline and final inspections in supplier facilities and assess products against approved specifications and quality standards.

• Solid understanding of production processes and the ability to identify potential quality and delivery risks early.

• Experience in monitoring production status and following up on quality-related issues through to resolution.

• Ability to prepare accurate inspection reports and maintain quality records in relevant systems.

• Strong analytical skills to evaluate inspection results and make clear recommendations on shipment readiness and product release.

• Confidence in escalating critical quality issues that may impact delivery timelines, customer satisfaction, or business performance.

• Experience in supplier quality management, including evaluating factory performance and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and factory management teams.

• Ability to understand supplier capabilities, identify challenges, and support implementation of preventive quality measures.

• Willingness and ability to travel frequently and maintain regular factory presence across Turkey, Morocco, Tunisia, and Egypt.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally, especially with sourcing and internal stakeholders.

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving.

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in garment quality, production, or technical roles.
  • Experience working with international brands, retailers, sourcing offices, or manufacturers.
  • Strong factory-facing experience and ability to work independently at supplier facilities.
  • Good communication and organizational skills.
  • Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Willingness to travel frequently within Turkey, Morocco, Tunisia, and Egypt.
  • Strong understanding of garment manufacturing processes and quality assurance principles.
  • Multi-category product knowledge across Woven, Knit/Jersey, and Denim.
  • Experience supporting Ladies', Men's, and Kids' product categories.
  • Demonstrated ability to work across different product categories and consumer segments.