✨ About The Role
- The Associate Production Manager will manage the footwear manufacturing production lifecycle, ensuring on-time delivery and cost efficiency.
- Key responsibilities include overseeing production schedules, managing vendor relationships, and negotiating costs.
- The role requires collaboration with internal teams such as design, development, merchandising, and supply chain to facilitate smooth execution from purchase order placement to final shipment.
- The candidate will work closely with the quality control team to ensure products meet company standards prior to ex-factory.
- The position involves developing production strategies that align with the brand's business goals and seasonal product launches.
⚡ Requirements
- The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Production Management, Logistics, Operations, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
- A successful candidate will possess 2-5 years of experience in production management, preferably within the fashion or footwear industry.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment are essential.
- The candidate should be solutions-driven and capable of anticipating potential production issues and developing contingency plans.
- Proficiency in production management tools and systems such as Centric PLM, BlueCherry, Tableau, or Smartsheet is required.