POSITION TITLE: Production Coordinator
REPORTS TO: Production Manager / Director
SUPERVISES: Production Assistant
POSITION SUMMARY:
Coordinate information for development of new styles from concept to production via interaction with internal and external cross functional partners and across all International channels.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Product Development
* Partner with Design to drive trends/concepts to executable samples by working with factories
* Work with Design to select fabrics and trims to meet Design aesthetics, price points, and quality needs
* Ensure compliance to T&A calendar and major milestones by working with cross-functional team; elevate issues to Manager/Director as needed
* Gather data and report development ratios to agreed to levels while meeting roadmap needs
* Adhere to sourcing strategy by partnering with Production Director before placing sample request in overseas factories
* Allocate samples and source raw materials from appropriate factories and mills
* Actively participate in key milestone meetings with Design, Production, and Merchants
* Work on alternative solutions so garments meet cost requirements from initial thru final costing; review options with Manager/Director
Production
* Interface with AEO cross functional team members to ensure approval deadlines are met
* Ensure T&A calendar and Seasonal Milestones are being met and elevate to supervisor as needed, encompassing: PLM deadline, merchant call dates, merchant PO issuance, pattern and graphic art send dates
* Procure, review and assess new cost quotes, analyze history and elevate costing challenges to supervisor for costing options/ negotiations
* Communicate daily with overseas vendors regarding style development, production and delivery information
* Review outstanding issues on Production Status, take action accordingly and elevate to Supervisor as needed
* Work with AEO Buyers/ Planners on garment cost, buys, production planning, liabilities and delivery
* Approve main label wording and country of origin information on product labeling
* Lead touch base meetings with the following teams: Color, Tech, QA, Testing, Top review, Cross Functional Team Touch Base
* Help to develop and improve tracking and record keeping systems
* Perform other duties as required inclusive of ownership of corporate special orders projects
* Able to work in a hybrid environment, meaning that some work may be performed remotely but certain essential functions must be performed in-person/in-office based on the needs of the business.
* In person/in-office collaboration is required, the frequency of such in-person/in-office collaboration (e.g., portion of week, entire week) is dictated by business needs.
Such collaboration includes work centralized around product development, milestone meetings, fittings, and approvals.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or equivalent
* 2-3+ years related experience
* Ability to act as liaison between many departments and possess excellent communication and analytical skills
* Must be detail oriented, computer literate, and able to multitask as well as have a high sense of urgency
PAY/BENEFITS INFORMATION:
* Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
* Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
* Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service.
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* AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer