We are seeking a full-time Manager Quality in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating product/software quality activities and staff to ensure that product testing and customer objectives are accomplished within schedule and funding guidelines.
Essential Functions
Provide strategic leadership and organizational planning for a global quality organization
Review project status/reports, provide feedback/direction to the engineering staff as needed, and facilitate communication with top management and other departments
Continuously evaluate and provide feedback on Garmin's product development process to ensure appropriate participation and empowerment of the teams
Review staffing requirements based on product plans and direct recruiting efforts or assignment of resources based on approved plans
Work with Engineering management to establish budget framework required to support the product testing function based on staffing requirements and capital equipment required to support product and/or software testing activities
Provide leadership to Quality Team Leaders and make provisions for the training and evaluation of software quality staff
Drive continuous improvement of test processes including metrics
Participate in selection/deployment of product and/or software quality related tools and procedures
Ensure optimal communication with customers (internal and external as applicable)
Coordinate/define team activities based on the priorities and competencies of Team Leaders and associates
Mentor Quality Team Leaders responsible for product and/or software quality assurance activities
Encourage and demonstrate the Garmin culture throughout the organization
Directly supervise team members by setting the tone for the team environment and providing individualized coaching, training and mentoring along with planning, assigning and directing work along with writing/conducting annual evaluations
Participate in recruiting activities, interview, hire, train, and evaluate performance for the team including new Quality Team Leaders
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Minimum of 10 years of product testing experience with documented success in managing business level projects and technical human resources, of which 3 years of Garmin team leader experience or 5 years of other relevant management experience
Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
Must possess experience and/or demonstrated capability in leading multiple software quality teams
Demonstrates a commitment to success and drive to achieve project/organizational goals
Must demonstrate a solid understanding of the complete software development lifecycle and software quality processes relevant to Garmin's business needs
Demonstrated experience working effectively with cross-functional teams including Legal, Finance, Engineering, Sales and Marketing, and Operations
Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Exceptional time management and impeccable business judgment and decision-making abilities
Strong passion for Garmin, including its mission, products and values
High level of initiative, energy and drive with a results-oriented track record and commitment to success
Must be positive, detail/quality oriented, organized, analytical, team oriented and a driven problem solver, multi-tasker, and self-starter with the ability to prioritize and lead in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment
Proven ability to operate with discretion and protect highly confidential information
Flexible and adaptable with an ability to envision strategic opportunities in a highly dynamic environment
Desired Qualifications
Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
