General Manager

AQC

AQC is a Swiss-based, international association founded in June 2014 to promote quality and safety in leather bracelet manufacturing. AQC was created to provide an additional service to all stakeholders in the watch and leather industries.Its vision is to ensure a leather bracelet with the highest level of safety and proactively act for a responsible global supply chain.As a member of a small and dedicated team, you will work under the direct supervision of the Board and the President. Your main responsibilities will include:You will lead all team members to ensure the smooth running of the AQC and the implementation of projects assigned by the Board.You will insure the defined targets of the 4 pillars of AQC`s strategy. Chemical Compliance, Traceability, Credibility and Certification, Communication and Networking. The Roadmap and Budget are your tools.You are responsible for developing and managing the chemical compliance strategyYou are responsible for the internal and external audits and certifications and for their proactive update according to the leather and watch industries needs and international regulatory requirements.MISSION 1: Ensure the smooth running of the associationParticipating in the development of strategy and organisation with the statutory bodies in accordance with the responsibilities of the established processesEstablish and ensure the proper execution of the budget in accordance with the responsibilities of the established processesReport to the Board on the projectsTaking part in and preparing statutory and operational meetings with the administrative managerSupervision of staffManagement of relations and contracts with external service providers within its scopeDeveloping external relations and representing the association and its members with all stakeholdersEnsuring that AQC members and their stakeholders are informed of current and proposed regulatory requirements and their impact on their activities.MISSION 2: Chemical ComplianceDefine the test policy and control plans for all components and finished productsResponsible for proper sampling, sending to the laboratory, reviewing reports and summarizing in databasesScientific Department for Harm Reduction Programs AQCManagement of non-conformities (investigations and associated action plans)Regulatory review of chemical compliance contracts required of membersTechnical and regulatory watch and recommendations to members to prepare for future regulationsAnalyse the brand commitments relating to chemical compliance received by members.MISSION 3: AQC internal quality systemManagement of the internal quality documentation systemManaging the technical and operational aspects of quality assuranceImplementation and monitoring of ISO certificationPerformance monitoring (in particular using quality indicators)Process improvement using PDCA methodologyManaging and updating quality documentationRisk analysis and implementation of preventive actions to minimise the occurrence of identified risks; in particular risks relating to the confidentiality and security of the association's data and that of its members.MISSION 4: TraceabilityCarrying out traceability services (Supply Chain Mapping)Technical and regulatory monitoring, in particular changes to the EUDRAnalyze, exchange and cooperate with other stakeholders traceability programmesMISSION 5: CredibilityCoordinates the definition of the requirements for each certification with the members (specifications, audit questionnaires, etc.) based on the current and future regulatory context, as well as the needs of the watch brands.Certification decision and issue of AQC certificatesUpdate the rules for evaluating leather suppliersAnnually update the assessments of leather suppliers, inform the recipients and manage the distribution of proofs (such as badges).Responsible for planning and coordinating audits of production sites: Tanneries; Wristband manufacturers; Rubber manufacturersRelations with auditors, including contractual relationsMonitoring and updating action plansOrganising and carrying out Laboratory listing auditsUpdate of the certification recognition planKnowledge and Know-howDiploma in Chemical ComplianceHigh experience in the leather or textile industry, ideally also within the watch industryExcellent digital capabilities with proactive approach to introduce AI into the organizationExperience in Quality Management (Quality Control / Quality Assurance)Excellent command of English and French (Italian is an advantage)Understanding the legislative and regulatory aspect and proactive approachTeam management and spiritProject management skills and process orientatedOrganization and preparation of meetings and eventsAudience friendly and professional presentation skills (oral/written)Leadership and moderation skillsPublic relations. Become an AQC ambassadorSolution-oriented and analytical mindComfortable dealing and negotiating with multiple stakeholders, diplomatic approachSense of in...