Sourcing & Production Associate, Denim (Gardena)

THE PURPOSE : Manage the Denim product development cycle from inception of Sketch to production-ready garments across our global denim vendor base. Oversee upstream development inputs, ie, Tech packs, patterns, and wash standards are complete and on time to meet larger GTM market calendar deadlines and dates. Focus on developing products with the Design and Merchandising teams within cost parameters. Additionally, create and distribute WIP reports, keeping all relevant stakeholders informed of changes and deliverables. Communicate and collaborate cross-functionally and contribute to a positive and productive culture.

THE ROLE (what you are accountable for)

• Manage product development life cycle from SMS to production-ready garments for both Mens and Womens Denim collection to meet GTM calendar deadlines for seasonal styles and Chase special programs.
• Create and manage WIP report for development tracking and Proto garment delivery i.e. Pattern, sew-by, tech pack, graphic artwork sheets, wash standards are ready for first proto delivery. Provide status reports to the direct manager keep and all relevant parties of deliverables.
• Drive the daily development process through communication with the global vendor base throughout the products life cycle. Actively highlight development issues and propose resolutions to meet deadlines and make the product Production-friendly
• Partner with the Design team for product development approvals, i.e. trim approvals, artwork approvals etc. Communicating approvals to vendors in a timely manner
• Initial Costing and partner with internal teams to engineer products within cost parameters
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure upstream inputs align with vendor communication and GTM deadline dates
• Track internal development milestones to meet larger GTM calendar and SMS deadline dates.
• Attend fittings when necessary.
• Own seasonal Production validation meetings.
• Utilize pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and XLOOKUP in Excel to track and update WIP from vendor data.
• Proficiently manage and update master Work-in-Progress (WIP) in Excel, ensuring data accuracy.
• Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams to create and update internal due dates and external dates with vendors, ensuring smooth workflows.
• Review and resolve quality issues with cross-functional teams, working toward efficient solutions and closing the loop on open issues.
• Monitor garment production timelines and proactively manage any risks to ensure on-time factory exits.
• Weekly calls with vendors to discuss issues, risks, and TNA

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