Associate Director – Production

Associate Director – Production

Requirements

• Strong negotiation, vendor management, and leadership skills
• Experience with non-apparel related accessories and Hard good accessories
• Detail oriented with strong follow through – ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects
• Knowledge and understanding of fabrics, construction and print techniques
• Exceptional Microsoft Suite proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Proficient in production tracking systems such as PLM tools and excel
• Ability to work in a demanding, fast-paced environment
• Strong Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving skills
• Excellent communicator with the ability to build and maintain relationships
• Flexible and adaptable; priorities change frequently based on business demands, the ability to change direction quickly is critical
• Strong long term strategic planning capability
• Effective verbal and written skills
• 5 + years of experience in apparel production or product development
• Bachelor’s degree required

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end production process for all apparel and accessory categories, ensuring adherence to quality, timelines and margin goals
• Manage sampling schedules with manufacturers and ensure product matches to the tech pack
• Partner with design, development, artist teams and planning to align production schedules and capacities
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiate costing, lead-time and capacity planning to optimize performance and reduce risk
• Manage production for both apparel and non-apparel related accessories and hard good categories
• Monitor and analyse production KPIs (on-time delivery, quality etc) and implement continuous improvements
• Troubleshoot and proactively resolve production issues. Finding solutions to meet compressed deadlines
• Ensure compliance with all company and product regulatory standards are met
• Manage approval of all labelling needs (i.e. Care labels and GSPR labels)
• Work with vendors and compliance to ensure all products meet proper standards and testing needs
• Collaborate with logistics to ensure smooth product flows and timely deliveries
• Manage internal WIP reporting for cross functional and management visibility
• Manage both Quick turn projects as well as longer lead time custom products
• Review reports and recommend solutions to exceptions within sourcing and development needs
• Work closely with the E-Commerce Consumer Engagement team to help facilitate the launch of new styles and programs on an artist’s web-store with all proper information of product details and production schedules
• Manage any required fabric commitments and blank commitments
• Elevate and communicate high risk potential order problems and issues as appropriate
• Help drive the sourcing of new vendors for new and existing categories
• Travel as needed to factories and vendors to monitor production or build relationships

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.