Production Coordinator

Express•Columbus, OH

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Coordinator executes production strategy from supplier allocation through product delivery. Working closely with key partners and alongside the Production Manager, this role supports product strategy by negotiating cost and lead time and managing risks and opportunities for assigned categories. The position is based at the Columbus Corporate Headquarters.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
3–5 years of experience.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support a team environment.
Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
Ability to prioritize workload and work independently.
Proficiency in Microsoft and Google Suite.
Ability to multitask and strong organizational skills.
Ability to adapt and react to a changing work environment.
Sense of urgency and creative problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of production and related processes.
Must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States; PHOENIX does not sponsor work visas for this position.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing or sourcing experience, preferably within an apparel retail organization.

Responsibilities

Manage assigned categories by reviewing seasonal allocation with Product Development and the Production Manager, and negotiate timing and actions to align with company milestone meetings.
Drive AUC through fabric and garment negotiations, product knowledge, seasonal volume, and vendor partnerships.
Work with production vendors, factories, mills, and suppliers to project seasonal volume and manage monthly capacities.
Resolve issues that arise during the production lifecycle with cross-functional teams.
Project, book, and manage fabric and trim positions.
Monitor liability utilization and report usage to Inventory Control.
Partner with cross-functional teams to influence decision-making and achieve department goals.
Support the Senior Production Coordinator and Manager in executing the Go-To-Market Calendar and company initiatives.
Manage risk and quality control across people, product, and process in multiple channels.
Use company reporting to analyze data and provide deliverables to the cross-functional team.
Support production leads with projects and company initiatives.
Build and manage read-and-react scenarios and test calendars to maintain agility within the product category.