Requirements
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About You
You are an organized leader with a keen eye for quality, design, cost, and timing in the fashion production realm. Leading by example, you are comfortable in a dynamic environment, being both a leader and a team member. You excel at collaboration, project management and working cross-functionally.
About The Role
As a Manager, Production – Fashion, you will work cross functionally with the design team for our inhouse fashion line, g.Label, to ensure product optimization, delivering quality and cost efficiency through a well-run production process. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Maintain an efficient production timeline and hold all stakeholders accountable for deadlines to ensure on-time delivery
Work cross-functionally to develop production plans based on sales forecasts, inventory levels, and market demand
Collaborate with vendors to obtain regular updates on WIP and production schedule, and broker the best available in-DC delivery dates
Partner with vendors on yarns, bulk fabric, trims, and fit changes. Manage/update changes in all related documents
Source materials and negotiate all costs from raw materials to finished garments
Manage existing vendors relationships and suggest/vet new vendors that complement our portfolio, while solidifying cost savings
Establish and analyze production metrics and KPIs to identify areas for improvement
Review shipping documents for accuracy and communicate delivery dates to the warehouse for prompt receiving
Track and manage vendor invoices, ensuring they are systematically submitted for timely processing
Actively participate in all fittings, collaborating with Designer and Tech Designer, appropriately suggesting yarn/fabric/trim options, while taking into consideration quality, aesthetic, cost and lead-time
Qualifications & Experience
5+ years’ experience in Fashion production
Experience working with Italian manufacturers and suppliers preferred
Experience in Sweaters and Wovens preferred
Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience working with Smartsheet or Monday.com preferred
Ability to work in a team environment, build trust and relationships with vendors & cross functional partners
Strong understanding of domestic and international development/production
Working knowledge and understanding of yarns, fabrics, garment construction, and production techniques
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