Associate Manager, Production (Under Armour Clubs)

Centric Brands•New York, NY

7d•$75,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Centric Brands is looking for a dynamic, creative and resourceful Associate Manager, Production to join its team. This individual must be a self-starter and team player who takes initiative, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is excited about joining a team on a journey to accelerate transformation across Centric Brands. The Associate Manager of Production obtains the pricing working with Production Manager, manages order placement, execution and follow-up of manufacturing orders to drive the on-time delivery of quality, profitable goods.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in product development and/or production
Experience working with cross-functional teams and global partners/vendor networks
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook),SAP, PLM systems a plus
Bachelor’s degree
Strong organizational and prioritization skills with excellent written and verbal communication
Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously, meet tight deadlines, and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Demonstrated understanding of product development and production processes, with a strong sense of merchandising and customer needs
Ability to think both strategically and operationally, balancing big-picture goals with executional detail
Proactive problem-solver with the ability to navigate ambiguity and drive outcome.

Nice To Haves

PLM systems a plus

Responsibilities

Evaluates and manages along Manager vendor performance critically based on purchase order history of on-time delivery, lead time, quality acceptance rates, fulfilment, and margins.
Streamlines with Management the factory base for maximum performance of product execution and company deliverables.
Obtains pricing of owned categories working with Manager to ensure profitability and meet margin goals.
On-time placement of final buys.
Assist in writing of pos with Production Assistant when necessary.
Tracking of factory WIP and production from hand off to final deliveries and ensures all necessary approvals have been obtained.
Manages production delivery with Logistics and Operations from x factory to warehouse problem solving any potential disruptions; Makes sure systems are updated real time with information.
Manages with staff non-compliance/claims chargebacks with vendors.
Manage the coordination of customs classification coordination with Imports.
Troubleshoot quality issues with factories, vendors and team(s).
Partner with cross-functional peers: Sales, Merchandising and Operations, as well as vendors and factories to ensure on time flow of goods relative to orders and anticipated demand criteria.
Coordinate communication and follow-up with internal and external customers and contacts regarding production, including suppliers and vendors.
Perform special projects as assigned.
Contribute positively to team dynamic and manage up and across where necessary.
Attract, develop and retain talent.
Monitor, evaluate, and coach performance of staff for bench strength and succession planning.