Production Associate

Please note: this is an on-site position in Midtown Manhattan where we work in office 5 days/week!

Key Responsibilities: The Production Assistant contributes to the seasonal production process by assisting with the placement, execution and follow-up of manufacturing orders and by ensuring the timely delivery of quality, profitable goods. Partner with Design and Merchandising to ensure timely execution of product development calendar Perform daily tracking of goods on order, in progress (WIP) and in-transit to ensure timely delivery according to development calendar; create and distribute production status report; follow-up with vendors, factories and Design/Merchandising as needed Partner with merchandisers to confirm the accuracy of size breaks, tickets, and item information; enter data into the approved vendor matrix, including costing and production capacity portfolio Create, revise, input and maintain production orders and monitor transmission to factories; file and maintain records of purchase orders (POs); receive and track all pre-production samples and stock deliveries Maintain product development logs, trim inventory/liability inventory, and production archives library; track non-compliance/claims chargebacks with vendors, where appropriate Provide general administrative support to the team as needed Qualifications 3+ years of wholesale production experience required Strong understanding of apparel manufacturing and production workflows Proficient in Microsoft Excel Excellent organizational and communication skills Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment Detail-oriented with strong follow-through Experience working directly with overseas factories and vendors preferred

What We Offer: Health Insurance, PTO, 401k, Summer Fridays! Exposure to the complete product lifecycle—from concept and product development through production and retail launch. Opportunity to support innovative programs for leading retailers and globally recognized brands. Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment. Professional development and career advancement opportunities. Target compensation for this role starts at $65k/yr dependent on experience