Senior Production Coordinator

Express•Columbus, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for coordinating and executing the production strategy from product development to supplier allocation through to product delivery. Guides key partners to execute the Express product strategy through negotiating best in cost and lead time. Manages risk and opportunity for the area alongside the Production Manager and is responsible for developing team capabilities along with the Production Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
5-7 years of experience, manufacturing/sourcing experience, preferably within an apparel retail organization
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of supporting a team environment
Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
Ability to prioritize workload and work independently
Proficient in Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel
Ability to multi-task and have strong organizational skills.
Ability to adapt and react to changing work environment
Sense of urgency with creative problem-solving skills
Knowledge of production and related processes

Responsibilities

Execute annual sourcing strategy to the factory level.
Conveys strategy to internal and external cross-functional partners
Supports Design in executing product development of style for each season.
Guides to ensure development is in line with departmental financial architecture through knowledge of the product.
Allocate, order, and manage development samples for each season in partnership with the Design team
Drives Average Unit Cost (AUC) through fabric and garment negotiations, knowledge of the product, seasonal volume, and vendor partnerships
Owns management of total category by negotiating time and action calendars / ensure accuracy through a clear understanding of product management lifecycle and seasonal strategies
Works directly with production vendors, factories, mills, and suppliers on projecting seasonal volume and managing monthly capacities.
Problem-solve with cross-functional teams for any issues that occur throughout the production lifecycle
Project, book, and manage fabric and trim positions.
Manage fiscal responsibility for liability utilizations and report to inventory control on usage
Influences cross-functional teams in Columbus and New York to drive decision-making in order to meet and achieve department goals.
Supports the Manager and Director in executing the Go-To-Market Calendar and company initiatives
Manages risk and quality control across multiple channels, including people, products, and processes
Uses company reporting to analyze data that will drive profitable growth
Participate in company Go-To-Market milestone meetings, including travel to the New York office as well as overseas as needed
Ensure agility and fluidity within the product category by building and managing read and react scenarios and test calendars
Support change and maximize the efforts of others through clear goals and objectives
Inspire, motivate and develop talent.
Assess and provide regular performance feedback against company goals and values, to prepare themselves and team for “ne xt.”