What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Production Manager - Kid's position at KOHLS?
About the Role
As Associate Production Manager, you will drive the execution of the development of product, assisting in the communication of all product needs to the cross-functional team. You will also help drive the Concept to Customer (CTC) process for a brand or category.
What You’ll Do
Execute production process from vendor award to in-store delivery
Guide cross-functional team as a production expert
Manage flex and contingency needs and replenishment with partners
Obtain projections for capacity management
Communicate development details and product confirmation with vendors
Ensure seasonal calendar deadlines and milestones are met
Own Timing and Action Calendar management
Participate in cross-functional meetings to communicate time and action (TNA) and cost
Drive on-time deliveries through strong process and partnership
Train Production Coordinator and assist with meetings
Lead vendor meetings and category sessions
Guide product pre-development and cost engineering
Align development with sourcing, materials and merchandising strategies
Execute product development to meet business needs and cost guidance
Track and report progress to meet corporate goals
Additional tasks may be assigned
Addendum (Costing - Home & Accessories/Footwear only)
Support cost execution through structured events (RFQ) and seasonal negotiation
Execute cost analysis for owned brands or categories at the cost component level and or higher level of macro-economic impact
Execute vendor selection and program award
Drive partnerships with the cross-functional team to execute the sourcing strategies
Assist in rolling up costing and sharing out with merchant/ design partners
Work in conjunction with sourcing and cross-functional teams to facilitate new vendor onboarding or change in fulfillment types
Facilitate cost proto meetings with design
What Skills You Have
Required
2 years of retail or product development experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Drive Office Suite
Travel may be required
Preferred
Bachelor's degree
Strong aptitude for math and knowledge of retail math
Expert knowledge of product life cycle, process and supply chain
This role is based at our Corporate Office in Menomonee Falls, WI. You’ll work onsite from Monday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Fridays.