Supplier Quality & Testing Specialist

Responsible for managing testing and certification processes for raw materials and finished goods, ensuring compliance and timely reporting. This includes collaborating with vendors and internal teams, overseeing supply chain due diligence tasks, and maintaining documentation in systems such as ecVision, Flex PLM, Kharon, and TrusTrace. The role also tracks material certifications, manages law label renewals, and provides backup support for Quality team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Note: Other duties may be assigned)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Review new raw material development to assess risk.
• Define and maintain quality standards for raw materials in line with industry standards or coordinate internally to establish aligned standards. Once POs are issued, identify high-risk raw materials for lab testing and manage TR execution in ecVision.
• Lead quality initiatives with assigned suppliers for raw materials, driving improvements in supplier quality and enhancing value delivery.
• Maintain product specification and performance assurance through conformance testing, including measurements, wash testing, performance testing, etc. 
• Generate weekly PO report to identify high-risk finished good (FG) styles for laboratory testing (physical and chemical), review testing records approaching expiration for FG, coordinate testing requests (TR) with Quality Engineers (QE), and process TRs in ecVision.
• Provide supplier qualifications, material issue resolution, drive raw material supplier corrective actions (CAP).
• Review, evaluate, and override lab test results within the ecVision platform, in consultation with Quality Engineers and aligned with business requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of raw materials and finished goods (FGs) testing results in FLEX throughout the testing process.
• Manage the database (labeling, wash instruction, risk levels etc) in Flex PLM, ensuring all information is accurate and updated and available for cross functional teams.
• Track, analyze, and report on quality performance and trends
• Run, assess, report, and escalate as needed the bi-weekly Supply Chain Risk Report on the TrusTrace and Kharon platforms.
• Keep the Supply Chain Due Diligence SharePoint site up to date and ensure chain of custody documentation is available.
• Upload PO evidence documents to the TrusTrace platform and escalate to vendors missing required documents.
• Compile Testing Metrics (test results, inspections, chargebacks, SCARs) for biannual scorecards.
• Manage Law Label renewals and ensure compliance.
• Track and initiate the collection and renewal of material and vendor certifications.
• Update Bills of Materials (BOMs) with hangtag information incl. seasonal UPC data.
• Submit testing reports to Disney via the designated portal.
• Serve as the IT SuperUser, providing system expertise and support.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as product development, materials development, sourcing, and merchandising
• Document and maintain Quality procedures.
• Serve as a backup for Quality & Compliance Manager and Standards & Execution Specialist.
• Participate in other tasks and projects as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years supplier quality experience
• Advanced Excel skills a plus
• 2-3 years apparel Retail/Manufacturing industry experience a plus

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational, problem solving, project management, and analytical skills to manage testing processes and documentation.
• Must be comfortable with rapidly changing priorities, and regulatory changes.
• Proficiency in the following systems: ecVision and Flex PLM, MS Excel, and MS Word.
• Familiarity with material certifications, testing standards, and compliance requirements.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with vendors and stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines

ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those an individual must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Manufacturing and Office environments – utilizing an office desk and computer – sitting, reading, listening and speaking.  Occasional walking, standing, reaching and bending.
• Strong sensory skills, such as good eyesight, good hearing, and dexterity
• Ability to operate office equipment, including computers, copiers, fax machines, and phone

We are proud of the competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefit package provided to our associates and their families. Our compensation package is designed to meet our associates today and help them plan for the future.

Health Benefits

VRA offers a variety of medical, dental and vision programs to meet your family’s health care needs.

• Medical plan options including both a HDHP/HSA plan and a PPO plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending accounts

Survivor Benefits

Life insurance provides peace of mind for your family should the unexpected happen.

• Employer provided 2X your salary in life insurance
• Accidental Death and Disability insurance
• Voluntary life insurance for you, your spouse and your children

Income Protection  

If you are unable to work due to illness or injury VRA provides several programs to protect your income at no cost to you.

• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Paid family medical leave

Retirement Plan

The VRA 401k plan helps you accumulate savings for retirement

• 401k with generous company match, immediate vesting (age and service requirement)
• Strong line up of professionally managed funds
• Safe-harbor plan design

Paid Time Off  

Enjoy generous time off programs.

• Earn up to 3 weeks of paid time off in your first year of employment with opportunity to earn more
• 9 paid holidays a year
• Paid bereavement leave

Give Back Opportunities  

VRA offers the opportunity to serve your community.

•        Voluntary Time Off

Holistic Wellness

• Access to a variety of financial, physical, and mental wellness experts

• Employee Assistance Program with access to work/life wellness support including no cost unlimited telephonic counseling services 
• Opportunities for leadership development, skill development and career advancement 

Product Discount

• Generous employee discount on Vera Bradley products 

Ancillary Benefits and Programs

• Bonus opportunity, identity protection, legal services, pet insurance, cell phone discount, employee referral bonus, annual birthday gift, DailyPay, corporate fitness facility and individual policies through Aflac

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled

Vera Bradley is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. 

Vera Bradley provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

For more information, please click the following links:

Vera Bradley's Equal Employment and Affirmative Action Policy

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (in English)

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (in Spanish)

Pay Transparency (in English)

Pay Transparency (in Spanish)

E-Verify Participation Poster

Right to Work Poster (English)

Right to Work Poster (Spanish)

California Privacy Notice

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment application process, please send an e-mail to applicationassistance@VeraBradley.com.  Please include the accommodation you are requesting and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation and other EEO/Affirmative Action issues will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Our intention is to fill this opening within 30 days of the original posting date and applications will be accepted on an on-going basis until the position is filled.

Base Pay Range:

$50,500.00 - $75,700.00

Vera Bradley’s compensation ranges are based on market data and comply with all local, state and federal regulations. Individual pay within the listed range depends on work location, skills, experience, and relevant education. The posted salary reflects base pay only and excludes bonuses, equity, or other incentives, if applicable.