Production Coordinator

Production Coordinator

Centric Brands is looking for a dynamic, creative and resourceful Production Coordinator to join its team. This individual must be a self-starter and team player who takes initiative, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is excited about joining a team on a journey to accelerate transformation across Centric Brands. The Production Coordinator obtains the pricing working with Production Manager, manages order placement, execution and follow-up of manufacturing orders to drive the on-time delivery of quality, profitable goods.

Specific responsibilities would include:

• Evaluates and manages along Manager vendor performance critically based on purchase order history of on-time delivery, lead time, quality acceptance rates, fulfilment, and margins.
• Streamlines with Management the factory base for maximum performance of product execution and company deliverables.

Operations and results:

• Obtains pricing of owned categories working with Manager to ensure profitability and meet margin goals.
• On-time placement of final buys.
• Assist in writing of pos with Production Assistant when necessary.
• Tracking of factory WIP and production from hand off to final deliveries and ensures all necessary approvals have been obtained.
• Manages production delivery with Logistics and Operations from x factory to warehouse problem solving any potential disruptions; Makes sure systems are updated real time with information.
• Manages with staff non-compliance/claims chargebacks with vendors;
• Manage the coordination of customs classification coordination with Imports.
• Troubleshoot quality issues with factories, vendors and team(s).

Customers and relationships:

• Partner with cross-functional peers: Sales, Merchandising and Operations, as well as vendors and factories to ensure on time flow of goods relative to orders and anticipated demand criteria.
• Coordinate communication and follow-up with internal and external customers and contacts regarding production, including suppliers and vendors.
• Perform special projects as assigned.

Leadership and teams:

• Contribute positively to team dynamic and manage up and across where necessary.
• Attract, develop and retain talent.
• Monitor, evaluate, and coach performance of staff for bench strength and succession planning.

Our best fit candidate would have:

• 24 years of experience in product development and/or production
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and global partners/vendor networks
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook), SAP, PLM systems a plus
• Bachelor's degree
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with excellent written and verbal communication
• Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously, meet tight deadlines, and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrated understanding of product development and production processes, with a strong sense of merchandising and customer needs
• Ability to think both strategically and operationally, balancing big-picture goals with executional detail
• Proactive problem-solver with the ability to navigate ambiguity and drive outcome

In return, we provide an industry-competitive salary, along with a comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision) that includes a matching 401(k), Summer Fridays, generous PTO, merchandise discounts, excellent career development opportunities, and a work environment that reflects our industry leadership. Our social impact program, Centric Cares, focuses on volunteerism to make a difference in communities we live and work in and our D&I committee is shaping the future of diversity, equity and inclusion at Centric Brands though workshops, resources and inspiring conversation.

Salary Range: 65,000-70,000

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