Manager, Supply Operations

Tapestry•New York, NY

2d•$80,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of our hometown, we make beautiful things, crafted to last—for you to be yourself in. Coach is part of the Tapestry portfolio – a global house of brands committed to stretching what’s possible. A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive.PRIMARY PURPOSE Provide support to the Director of Supply Operations to execute responsibilities such as but not limited to Finish goods buying and production management. Provide leadership and accountability for the performance and results of the Supply Operations team. Lead the Supply Operations team to create production plans that support the Global monthly shipment/sales plan. Partner with cross functional teams to ensure all milestones are met timely to avoid late delivery. Cross functional teams are but not limited to Product Development, Asia Supply Chain, Freight Forwarder and Distribution. Manage finish goods buying and delivery information flow between Supply Chain and Distribution channels. Partner with Brand Operations on Financial Receipt Plan Monthly. Provide volume & cost adjustments as well as analyzing missed monthly and quarterly targets. Manage the VMI program – analyze demand plan over 9 month range. The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Supply Operations to Act as the Supply operations liaison to bridge communication with cross functional partners to enhance or develop global business processes that are effective and efficient. This is inclusive but not limited to face-to-face meetings and conference calls. Lead the Supply Operations team to develop or enhance current production tracking reports for information sharing with leadership and drive discussions with Supply Chain team. Finished Good Production Placement for all Distribution Channels. Analyze finish goods inventory levels, production receipts and forecast to determine monthly production buy while adhering to service providers lead time. Track Finished Goods delivery from production placement to receipt in DC. Ensure finished goods deliveries are on schedule to meet company demand. Manage Demand/Production changes after initial placement. Review and determine best course of action to meet additional demand need, feasibility of cancelling production and securing raw material liabilities and usage of excess inventory Support special projects and key collaboration initiatives Manage the information flow between Production and the Distribution channels. Keep the Distribution channels informed on product availability and production issues. Review and execute daily inquiries from Business Partners i.e., product availability and opportunities to expedite production, Determine Inventory allocation for the distribution channels that is aligned with business objectives. Ability to perform efficiently in a high pressure and fast-paced environment. Should easily adapt to the inventory planning tool used at Tapestry

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field with minimum 3 years of experience with a thorough understanding of Production Planning and Inventory Allocation.
Intermediate or advance level of Microsoft Excel
Knowledge of, SAP, ecVision, JDA Planning System & Microstrategy preferred or relative planning system.
Strong analytical, problem solving, organizational and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of, SAP, ecVision, JDA Planning System & Microstrategy preferred or relative planning system.

Responsibilities

Provide support to the Director of Supply Operations to execute responsibilities such as but not limited to Finish goods buying and production management.
Provide leadership and accountability for the performance and results of the Supply Operations team.
Lead the Supply Operations team to create production plans that support the Global monthly shipment/sales plan.
Partner with cross functional teams to ensure all milestones are met timely to avoid late delivery. Cross functional teams are but not limited to Product Development, Asia Supply Chain, Freight Forwarder and Distribution.
Manage finish goods buying and delivery information flow between Supply Chain and Distribution channels.
Partner with Brand Operations on Financial Receipt Plan Monthly. Provide volume & cost adjustments as well as analyzing missed monthly and quarterly targets.
Manage the VMI program – analyze demand plan over 9 month range.
Act as the Supply operations liaison to bridge communication with cross functional partners to enhance or develop global business processes that are effective and efficient. This is inclusive but not limited to face-to-face meetings and conference calls.
Lead the Supply Operations team to develop or enhance current production tracking reports for information sharing with leadership and drive discussions with Supply Chain team.
Finished Good Production Placement for all Distribution Channels. Analyze finish goods inventory levels, production receipts and forecast to determine monthly production buy while adhering to service providers lead time.
Track Finished Goods delivery from production placement to receipt in DC. Ensure finished goods deliveries are on schedule to meet company demand.
Manage Demand/Production changes after initial placement. Review and determine best course of action to meet additional demand need, feasibility of cancelling production and securing raw material liabilities and usage of excess inventory
Support special projects and key collaboration initiatives
Manage the information flow between Production and the Distribution channels. Keep the Distribution channels informed on product availability and production issues.
Review and execute daily inquiries from Business Partners i.e., product availability and opportunities to expedite production
Determine Inventory allocation for the distribution channels that is aligned with business objectives.
Ability to perform efficiently in a high pressure and fast-paced environment.
Should easily adapt to the inventory planning tool used at Tapestry