What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Development/Production Coordinator Women's Clothing position at Gretchen Scott Designs?
Responsibilities
- Minimum 2 years of Product Development experience in women’s apparel required
- Team player with a collaborative mindset
- Create and maintain all clothing style numbers in the A2000 system (training provided)
- Create and maintain all production purchase orders in A2000, WIP reports, and delivery schedules with complete accuracy
- Track and manage all samples, PPs, TOPs, and production orders
- Communicate daily with vendors and factories regarding production status and sampling
- Manage all cross-functional communication within the Gretchen Scott organization regarding production timelines and delivery
- Resolve issues quickly while adhering to the Time and Action calendar and protecting the integrity of the design
- Negotiate with vendors to achieve pricing goals without compromising quality
- Escalate production or delivery challenges to the team as needed
- Support production team members with sample follow-up, cost analysis, quality control, labeling, and packaging
- Monitor workmanship, finishing details, materials, and fit to maintain the highest quality standards
- Maintain Excel production spreadsheets and input fit photos and comments
- Position is strictly in-house
Requirements
- 1-3 years of production, product development, or planning experience in women’s apparel
- Understanding of factory operations, garment construction, costing, and logistics
- Strong Excel skills
- Deep understanding of garment construction with the ability to provide detailed fit comments during fittings
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proactive problem-solver with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- High energy, accountability, and pride in your work
- Position is strictly in-house