Swatch Assistant Manager

HICKORY CHAIR LLC•Hickory, NC

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Swatch Assistant Manager supports the Swatch Manager in overseeing daily operations of the Swatch Department, including production, ordering, inventory, and workflow coordination. This role helps manage staff, maintain accurate data and supplies, and ensure timely fulfillment of all swatch and sales aid needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Requires at least 5 years of related experience, preferably in a team lead capacity.
Must have previous industrial sewing experience.
Ability to read & interpret documents such as safety rules, operating & maintenance instructions required
Basic math skills required
Must be proficient on computers with email, Microsoft Excel & Word. Knowledge of SAP a plus.
Good communication and decision-making skills are required
Must be able to stand continuously throughout the shift; 8-to-9-hour shifts
Must be able sit, walk, bend, squat, kneel & twist throughout shift
Must be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds
Must be able to pull and push
Must be able to reach overhead
Must be able to work in a noisy environment

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of SAP a plus.

Responsibilities

Support the Swatch Manager in all department functions (fabric, leather, trim, finish chips, and sales aids).
Oversee daily workflow and staff to meet quality standards and shipping deadlines.
Assist in enforcing HR and safety policies and maintain a collaborative work environment.
Respond to special order or project requests from internal teams.
Train employees on all job functions, equipment use, and safety procedures.
Maintain proficiency on all department equipment and processes.
Process orders from multiple systems and ensure accurate data entry.
Place purchase orders for materials and supplies; process vendor invoices as needed.
Maintain department inventory, conduct regular counts, and communicate reorder needs.
Assist with pulling, preparing, and shipping swatch orders.
Coordinate pickups and deliveries with vendors.
Obtain printed labels and materials from local vendors as needed.
Maintain reports and inventory data across systems.
Review and verify SAP data for new materials and communicate corrections to Merchandising.
Operate the company van to transport materials and staff for High Point market preparation.
Support seasonal updates with Merchandising and Marketing, including setup of new materials.