Associate Production Planner

We are hiring an Associate Production Planner for a top retail company in Columbus, Ohio. The Associate Production Planner is an individual contributor responsible for owning end-to-end order management processes for multiple brand channels, including article creation, upload and maintenance of purchase orders, issue resolution in conjunction with offshore team, on-order reporting, and delivery tracking. Additionally, the role involves tactical cross‑functional communication and issue resolution with regional partners, on‑order monitoring, tracking and reporting. The individual engages with supervisors and, as experience grows, with higher levels of leadership on production status, issue resolution, and liability/dispute management. The role manages day‑to‑day operations with some supervisor interaction, but is expected to prioritize and organize autonomously after full onboarding. $33.49/hour Responsibilities Initiate purchase orders (POs) Manage PO amendment resolution Manage on‑order reporting Review, respond to and determine impact from weekly OSR; audit monthly Maintain delivery tracking Track dye and cut dates Direct offshore COMs team to enter data into Mainframe and SAP Follow up on planning requests to adjust on‑order Resolve COMs/issue related to on‑order and articles Complete value‑added services Address tactical problem solving related to on‑order with cross‑functional peers Filter issues to determine what requires elevation versus resolution at this level Liabilities/Cancelations Review and interpret straightforward liabilities Ensure timely receipt of liability confirmation post‑order placement Manage liability reporting Communicate liabilities to the brand Handle commitment contract/Raw Material reconciliation Manage dispute cases Perform risk assessment of expiring liabilities Handle tactical system work for cancellation of orders Document cancellations for monthly MPC meetings Capacity Planning Ensure timely on‑order accuracy Manage and report out commitments without POs Production Planning Support CGL creation and maintenance Adhere to order schedule and update necessary tracking documents for cross‑functional alignment Enter GNG dates in WIPS to facilitate discussion and attend weekly WIPS meetings Focus on order management related to speed orders, immediate issue resolution and escalation Publish order schedules related to both flow and new fashion styles Maintain floorset reporting for late deliveries Cross‑Functional Communication Logistics DC Operations Deployment Planning Merchants PD Region Vendors Commercialization Product Performance Textiles Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree 1–3 years of experience in a related role At least one internship experience in a corporate environment preferred Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite; proven Excel skills required Detail oriented with strong multi‑tasking and organizational skills Strong work ethic Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Benefits Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees, including medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit, and commuter benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr