Production Coordinator

Express • Columbus, OH

24d • Onsite

About The Position

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

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of experience.
• Manufacturing or sourcing experience, preferably within an apparel retail organization.
• Excellent 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.

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 planning, and vendor partnerships.
• Work with production vendors, factories, mills, and suppliers to project seasonal volume and manage monthly capacities.
• Resolve issues throughout the production lifecycle in partnership 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 and drive decisions that support 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 ensure agility and fluidity within the product category.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level