Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a Production Associate to work with the design and sales departments of our apparel client to manage their import and domestic products to ensure on-time, high-quality products while maintaining margin targets.
Responsibilities will include :
Development / maintenance of seasonal and yearly calendars to ensure consistent and on- time deliveries of all apparel
Communicate daily with overseas and domestic agents, factories, and suppliers
Work with Logistics and Sales teams to provide real-time information as needed for purchasing and receiving products
Attend seasonal design presentations and all related meetings
Prepare and maintain seasonal cost charts
Create and maintain production-ready tech packs in a PLM system
Monitor the approval process post-sales to ensure approval deadlines are met for photo samples and bulk production
Follow up on cost updates resulting from changes in fabric, fit, or quantities during the season
Ensure PO’s and material orders are sent on time, giving vendors appropriate amounts of time to delivery high quality products, on time
Oversee the WIP to ensure development targets are being met
Review Production reports to insure accuracy and integrity of product maintenance
Monitor all aspects of Production procedures are followed accordingly
Collect time and action information to ensure adherence to the Production Calendar
Attend all fit sessions to ensure proper measurements are met and sample corrections are made with the Fit Process and timeliness to maintain photo sample and bulk delivery
Experience & Skills :
4 year college degree, preferred or equivalent experience
2 -3 years work-related experience
Embodies critical thinking skills, solutions oriented approaches to problem solving, and adaptability
Strong verbal and written (email) communication and presentation skills
Computer systems : Intermediate to advanced Excel and Adobe Illustrator. Intermediate to advanced in PLM software (expert level a plus).
Excellent attention to detail, strong organizational and time management skills.
Able to take independent action to follow through on open items.