Production Associate

Job Title: Production Associate

Location: New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District (On-Site)

Department: Production – Karl Lagerfield

Reports To: Vice President of Production

The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.

About G-III Apparel Group:

G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team's entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Production Associate to join our Karl Lagerfeld- Sportswear production team. This role is responsible for coordinating the end-to-end sampling process, from ordering and tracking garment samples to managing sample yardage. As the point person for sampling, this position plays a critical role in supporting assortment accuracy and business decision-making, collaborating with Design, Product Development, Sales, and Merchandising teams. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, has excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Order sample yardage at a greige and color level to support color samples within PLM or Excel.
• Process vendor and supplier invoices for sample yardage and sample-making costs.
• Manage all sampling-related needs for assigned product categories, ensuring timely and accurate receipt of garment samples for global distribution.
• Receive and organize daily packages from overseas partners by product classification.
• Maintain consistent communication with vendors and suppliers to ensure adherence to brand calendars.
• Act as liaison between Design, Product Development, Sales, Merchandising, and external partners regarding sampling needs.
• Attend weekly cross-functional meetings to represent sampling priorities and updates.
• Maintain seasonal sample yardage costs and readiness reporting for leadership and business teams.
• Keep seasonal sample trackers updated and provide readiness reporting leading up to milestone meetings.
• Support creation of leadership dashboards by providing headlines and sampling metrics.
• Anticipate potential needs and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Prioritize workload effectively, balancing multiple deliverables and shifting business needs.

Who You Are:

• A detail-oriented professional with strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• A collaborative team player who can work independently and foster strong partnerships.
• A clear and confident communicator with problem-solving abilities.
• A proactive contributor who anticipates challenges and drives solutions.
• A motivated and goal-oriented professional with a strong sense of accountability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Product Development or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1–2 years of related experience in the fashion/apparel industry.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with results-driven communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication/interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookup).
• Knowledge of the product lifecycle.
• Superior organizational and multitasking skills.
• Basic PLM knowledge is a plus.
• Experience working directly with vendors.
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and able to work independently.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• PTO and company holidays
• Employee discounts

The pay range for this position is: $65,000 – $75,000 per year (based on a 40-hour work week).

Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.

About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. | 's owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., GIII Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess?, Kenneth Cole, Levi's, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville and more. xhyhwjd G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris and Donna Karan brands.