• Collaborate with Merchandising, Sourcing, and Product Development teams to proactively identify and address potential quality concerns during product development and production. • Ensure products meet design intent, safety standards, construction requirements, and regulatory compliance for both domestic and international markets. • Conduct and support Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) for new product development initiatives. • Develop and implement product testing protocols and inspection plans to mitigate potential quality or defect issues, including defining test methods, pass/fail criteria, and sample sizes. • Execute and oversee testing and inspection plans to ensure adherence to approved standards. • Maintain governance of Test Protocols and Inspection Plans, ensuring all internal teams and third-party partners follow approved documentation and processes. • Stay current on applicable regulations and industry best practices and implement necessary updates to ensure compliance. • Build strong working relationships with internal and external partners to ensure quality standards and systems are consistently applied. • Lead and develop a team of Quality Assurance professionals supporting quality and compliance programs. • Drive defect reduction and continuous improvement initiatives across suppliers and production partners.