Support and coordinate daily production activities to ensure efficient operations within the production department. The Production Coordinator plays a vital role in managing communication between cross-functional teams, tracking production timelines, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality products at competitive costs.
Duties / Responsibilities: • Assist in overseeing activities directly related to product production. • Coordinate daily operations and communicate updates with production teams and vendors. • Track and manage production schedules to ensure deadlines are met. • Collaborate with design and tech teams to manage raw materials, trims, and tech pack releases. • Support cross-functional meetings and maintain seasonal production calendars. • Assist in researching supplier innovations and support product development initiatives. • Track purchase orders and ensure alignment with customer requirements. • Coordinate logistics, including freight forwarders and supply chain teams, for on-time deliveries. • Maintain communication with overseas vendors regarding schedules, order updates, and quality checks. • Assist in negotiating with vendors on costs, quality standards, and timelines. • Review quality control reports and communicate factory feedback for improvements. • Document and track chargebacks for senior management review. • Support invoice processing and payment tracking for purchase orders and freight costs. • Monitor and report on production KPIs and suggest improvements for efficiency.
Skills / Requirements / Qualifications: • Minimum 2-3 years of experience in apparel production or sourcing coordination. • Familiarity with product development, tech packs, and garment construction. • Strong understanding of production timelines, costing, and critical paths. • Experience working with overseas suppliers and managing vendor relationships. • Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask. • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel, Outlook, Word). • Experience with PLM and ERP tools; WFX and Netsuite experience is a plus. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. • Willingness to travel as needed for vendor visits or production oversight. • Korean language is plus