Production Coordinator, Wovens & Leather
About the Role
As a Product Development & Production Coordinator, you'll be the driving force behind bringing our Ready to Wear (Wovens) and Leather Apparel from initial concept to production delivery with finesse.
Responsibilities
- Provide indispensable administrative support in the following product domains: All Woven/Leather RTW categories.
- Collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional departments to ensure the flawless execution of our product development and production calendar.
- Actively engage in weekly product development and production meetings alongside cross-functional team members and departments.
- Meticulously input and maintain department information and updates in our company systems.
- Be the linchpin connecting factories and cross-functional departments, following up with them as needed.
- Take charge of requesting and meticulously tracking all samples, from Protos to TOPs.
- Create, revise, and deftly manage sample orders, expertly monitoring their transmission to factories and ensuring timely delivery. 6li>Be the gatekeeper and creator of purchase orders, handling data entry and maintaining records with precision.
- Review Work In Progress (WIP) reports to uphold the timeliness of production deliveries.
- Lend your expertise to update cost sheets as required, such as quantity adjustments and style number checks.
- Maintain a daily line of communication with overseas vendors, following the guidance of the Manager, and facilitating aspects of development, production, and delivery.
- Assist in the procurement and diligent tracking of all raw materials, including fabrics and trims at the sampling and bulk stages.
- Assist in approval of sample and bulk materials.
Requirements
- Possess a foundational understanding of garment development and construction, leathers, and woven fabrics.
- Ability to oversee multiple product categories with overlapping timelines in a fast-paced environment.
- Showcase exceptional communication skills and a knack for creative problem-solving.
- Operate with the utmost integrity and a sense of urgency, driven by deadlines and the allure of new challenges.
Qualifications
- A minimum of 2+ years of pertinent experience within the fashion industry.
- Proficiency in PLM systems and Microsoft Office, Excel is a must.
Pay
This is a full-time hourly position available at a rate of: $25.00 - $28.00 USD/Hour.
Benefits
- Health & Wellbeing Benefits Plan Include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Dependent Care Accounts.
- Commuter & Parking Saving Accounts.
- 401(k) Enrollment - Traditional 401(k).
- Paid Time Off & Sick Leave.
- Voluntary Additional Life & Disability Coverage for Spouse and Child(ren).
- Basic Life and Disability.
- Short/Long-Term Disability.
- Accident & Critical Illness.
- Employee Assistance Programs.
- Personal Clothing Discount and Clothing Allotment.
Note: Availability of the benefits are based on location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. John Varvatos reserves the right to amend or withdraw these benefits at any time.
Our Values
RESPECT: We treat our team, customers, suppliers, partners and planet with respect, always. We speak respectfully about and to others. We respect our customer's valuable time, and each other's. We work as a unified team and respect each other's differences.
RESOLVE: We are determined and we do not give up. We follow through on our commitments. We take accountability and face challenges with enthusiasm.
RAREFIED PASSION: We act with utmost integrity. We seek to continually improve and respond to feedback. We advocate for our brand, customer and product.
REFINEMENT: We pay fanatical attention to the details that make the John Varvatos difference. We strive to be exceptional in all we do.