Production Coordinator
Santa Fe Apparel is looking for a motivated, organized and experienced Production Coordinator to join our team who can work in a team-oriented environment.
Job Description: Knowledge in Men’s, Ladies & kids- sportswear, outerwear, and sweaters. Candidates must have full knowledge of production process (from development and costing to shipping) and be comfortable working in a team-oriented, collaborative, office 5 days per week. You will work closely with Design, Technical and Sales to ensure all teams are aligned and updated on product status. Experience with US retailers is a must.
Responsibilities:
- Direct communication and follow up on production status with overseas factories daily
- Manage approval process with samples, trims, fabrics, etc.
- Address issues related to initial pricing, production, fabric development and targets.
- Maintain and follow up on Time and Action calendar for pre-production/ TOP samples, lab testing and inspection to Ensure timely delivery.
- Follow and enforce production standards and cohesiveness of brand, across categories and vendors.
- Work closely with Design, Sales, and Technical Design to ensure on-time approvals.
- Insure timely deliveries/vessel bookings and Freight Forwarders for garments
- Troubleshoot quality and technical issues with factories and technical teams in order to maintain aesthetic.
- Analyze and understand customer manual for production
- Input required information into the system for production data and shipping documents
- Manage counter development samples for development and production
- Work with Design team to develop and execute proto samples and SMS for line, and exclusive programs.
- Prepare fabric, trims, and other materials for factories to make samples.
- Manage costing charts
- Work with overseas QC and inspection teams(company and 3rd party) to schedule inspections, testing, etc.
Requirements:
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
- Knowledge of garment manufacturing, including construction, fabrication, trim and print techniques
- 5 years’ experience in apparel production and sourcing
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Adobe products,
- PLM knowledge a plus
- Clear and thorough understanding of the product development and product life cycle
- Flexible, organized, team player
- Strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, and ability to Prioritize.
- Mandarin a plus