Director of Quality & Compliance – Apparel

FAM Brands • Los Angeles, California, United States • Full-time

$150,000

per year

leadership Quality Assurance Compliance apparel Factory Audits

Job Description

Founded in 2000, FAM Brands designs, manufactures, and sells men’s and women’s sportswear and active wear apparel to major retailers, big box stores, and specialty boutiques across the country and throughout the world. Our portfolio of proprietary brands features Marika, Wildfox, Three Dots, and Balance Collection, while a partial list of licensing partners includes Orvis, Jessica Simpson, Eddie Bauer, and Woolrich.

With the capacity to produce over 75 million units per year, our mission continues to be making top-quality apparel accessible to everyone at an impressive value and an irresistible price.

That's the FAM Brands difference.

Job Title: Director of Quality & Compliance – Apparel
Location: Onsite at 5553 Bandini Blvd, Bell, CA 90201, transitioning to our new Beverly Hills, CA (90210) office in Q1 of 2026
Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Director of Quality & Compliance to lead all quality assurance and product compliance efforts across our global apparel programs. This role is responsible for developing and enforcing scalable quality systems, maintaining rigorous compliance standards, and overseeing factory audit programs for both licensed and private brands—including our high-volume Club Division business with Costco and Sam’s Club. You will lead a cross-functional team focused on continuous improvement, risk mitigation, and ensuring products meet customer and regulatory expectations from development through final delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Quality Assurance Strategy: Develop and oversee quality assurance programs, standards, and inspection processes across all product categories; ensure systems are consistent, measurable, and aligned with company and customer expectations
Compliance Oversight: Own all aspects of product compliance—including factory audits, social and environmental standards, restricted substance testing (RSL), labeling, packaging, and safety regulations; act as the primary contact for brand licensors, customers, and 3rd-party testing partners
Vendor & Factory Audits: Evaluate, onboard, and monitor factory partners globally; manage CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) processes, enforce accountability, and track improvement over time
Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Quality Assurance and Compliance professionals across geographies; implement training and performance standards to build a high-functioning, globally connected team
Club Program Compliance: Ensure all products for Costco, Sam’s Club, and similar Club accounts meet strict labeling, testing, packaging, and safety requirements; manage timelines and documentation to avoid shipment delays
Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate with Sourcing, Production, Design, and Product Development teams to ensure quality is built in from the earliest stages of development
Documentation & Reporting: Maintain all testing records, audit logs, and corrective action documentation; prepare internal and external reporting as required by licensors, customers, and regulatory bodies
Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for improvement in inspection, testing, or audit workflows and implement solutions to reduce risk, improve efficiency, and drive best-in-class standards

Skills & Qualifications:

Experience: Minimum of 15 years in apparel quality assurance and compliance, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing global teams and vendor networks
Industry Expertise: Strong knowledge of apparel manufacturing, factory audits (WRAP, BSCI, Sedex, etc.), CPSIA, RSL/chemical testing, fit/finish quality, and regulatory compliance in both U.S. and international markets
Club & Licensed Brand Experience: Direct experience managing compliance for Club retailers (Costco, Sam’s Club) and licensed apparel brands such as GAP, Banana Republic, Woolrich, or similar
Leadership: Demonstrated success leading distributed teams, developing global SOPs, and enforcing consistent standards across geographies
Technical Tools: Proficient in PLM systems (Centric preferred), Excel, and quality tracking platforms; experience working with 3rd-party labs and audit services
Communication: Clear, professional communication skills with the ability to influence internal teams and navigate complex vendor/customer relationships
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field

Location Notice:
This is a full-time, onsite role based at our current headquarters in Bell, CA. In Q1 of 2026, we will relocate to our new corporate office in Beverly Hills, CA (90210). Candidates must be able to work onsite at both locations.

Why Join Us:
At FAM Brands, we don’t just deliver great product—we deliver with integrity, precision, and accountability. As Director of Quality & Compliance, you will be the gatekeeper of our brand reputation, ensuring that every product shipped meets the highest standards of safety, performance, and ethical responsibility. If you’re ready to lead from the front and drive impact across every category and channel—including some of the largest volume programs in the industry—we want to hear from you.

COMPENSATION

At FAM Brands, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation. Salary ranges for positions are based on job level, location, and market data. We offer competitive benefits and are dedicated to equal pay for equal work. Specific salary offers depend on each candidate’s qualifications and experience. FAM Brands also offers all employees participation in our annual bonus program (Non-Sales) or commission program (Sales).

Compensation Range

$150,000—$185,000 USD

Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunities & Diversity

FAM Brands is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. FAM Brands makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Notice for Job Applicants

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What We Collect: We collect information you provide in your job application, including contact details, educational and employment history.

Purpose: We use this information to evaluate your application and manage the hiring process.

Disclosure: Your personal information may be shared with service providers assisting with recruitment and as required by law.

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For questions or to exercise your rights, contact [email protected].

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