Overview:

The Assistant Production Manager, Apparel supports the Sr. Production Manager in overseeing various aspects of the apparel manufacturing process. This role requires a combination of organizational skills, attention to detail, and collaborative teamwork to ensure smooth operations and timely delivery of high-quality apparel products.

Job Description:

• Proactively collaborates with vendors to accommodate PO changes or adjustments, aligning with sales orders and inventory requirements.

• Assists the finance department by providing comprehensive invoice information pertinent to bulk production purchase orders.

• Ensures accuracy in production lead-times and booking dates by directly engaging with vendors, thereby streamlining the procurement process.

• Efficiently coordinates the monthly booking process for long-term carryover styles in close collaboration with the planning team.

• Undertakes additional responsibilities and projects as necessary to bolster overall business operations and performance.

• Engages in daily communication with vendors regarding bulk production orders, ensuring transparency and efficiency in the procurement process.

• Facilitates the seamless onboarding of new vendors, fostering strong relationships from the outset.

• Regularly participates in weekly conference calls directly with vendors to address outstanding matters, monitor production progress, and resolve any emerging issues promptly.

• Works closely with the Product Development & Sourcing team to conduct vendor assessments and plan seasonal capacities effectively.

• Serves as a pivotal liaison between garment vendors and material suppliers, proactively addressing any production-related issues or concerns.

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Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in fashion, Apparel Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent experience

• 4 years of experience in retail or wholesale with focused experience in apparel production or sourcing related positions.

• Excellent understanding of product development, product costs, production lead times.

• Strong MS Office, especially Excel. Excellent math skills

• Full circle, Centrix or PLM experience preferred.

• Production planning, knowledge of the production process, lead-times, garment construction

• Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to influence decisions with cross-functional teams.

• Strong time management and organizational skills.

• Ability to work proactively and problem solve.

• Strong negotiation skills.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Good judgement and decision-making ability.

• Strong product knowledge in apparel/retail industry.

• Ability to multitask and work in high pace environment.

• Good organizational skills and attention to detail

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $67,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Gardena, CA 90248: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person