Aerie by AEO, Inc. · 2 months ago
Production Coordinator - Women's Knit Tees
New York, NY, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$56K/yr - $72K/yr
2+ years expAerie by AEO, Inc. is a youth culture brand that empowers self-expression and connection. They are seeking a Production Coordinator to coordinate information for the development of new styles from concept to production, working closely with internal and external partners to ensure compliance with timelines and quality standards.
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Responsibilities
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 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
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or equivalent
2-3+ years related experience; Knits experience is preferred
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
Preferred
Knits experience is preferred
Benefits
Generous employee discount
Summer Fridays
Casual dress code
Hybrid schedule
FOMO events (Exciting company-wide events)
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
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.
AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.
Company
Aerie by AEO, Inc.
We make intimates, apparel, activewear and swim. Every single piece is designed to make every girl feel good. #AerieREAL is about no retouching.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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