Associate Production Manager, Shoes
Who We Are:
Reformation is a fast-growing company that proves fast fashion and sustainability can coexist. With both our HQ and our own factory based in Los Angeles, we combine stylish, vintage-inspired designs with sustainable practices. We release limited-edition collections every week on our website and in our brick and mortar stores.
We are a future focused organization committed to the belief that the problems facing our planet and society can be solved through innovation, common sense and education. Being naked is the #1 most sustainable option. We're #2.
Associate Production Manager – Shoes
What you'll do:
- Monitor all POs on order, maintaining status in ERP & WIP and ensuring on time delivery.
- Manage daily data entry in ERP system; Update production status, milestone dates, costing, materials and product information.
- Assist Production Manager with price accrual, entry and negotiation to achieve target LDP margin.
- Log and compile comments related to fabrication and fit via TOP Comments & BOMs.
- Regularly communicate with Ecomm & Marketing Teams, providing updates on sample status for photoshoots.
- Manage archiving and storage of all SMS, TOP and Photo Samples in both Vernon and Culver offices.
- Assist with distribution of wear tests and monitor fit survey feedback from wearers.
- Regularly update invoice tracker to ensure expenditure remains within budget.
- Maintain equipment library, tracking and updating all new lasts, heels and cut dies.
- Maintain inventory of raw materials, partnering with overseas vendors to keep stock up to date.
- Track and log all inbound and outbound courier packages, ensuring that parcels arrive to designated recipients on time.
- Assist Production Manager with logistics & export schedule; Help with coordination of bookings and rate quotes, regularly communicating with freight forwarder; Actualize freight & duties.
- Interface with DC Team regarding inbound goods; Monitor all steps from INDC to Go-Live.
- Ensure Shoes, Retail and DC Teams have all necessary supplies for storage, packing, shipping, returns and repairs.
- Work closely with Customer Love & Returns Team to audit returns and report and log damages.
- Log all non-compliance issues and assist with vendor chargebacks.
What you'll need:
- 3+ years of production experience at D-to-C brand.
- Footwear experience a plus.
- Proficient in G-Suite & Microsoft Office.
- Advanced in Excel.
- Thrives in fast paced environment.
- Extremely organized and detail oriented.
- Focused on quality, pricing and speed with a passion for sustainability.
- Team player – ready to roll up sleeves and jump in.
Benefits & Perks:
- Health, vision, and dental insurance for eligible employees
- Paid vacation, sick, holidays & volunteer time-off for eligible employees
- Mission based company + casual and entrepreneurial work environment
- Clothing discount, dog-friendly office, company events + parties and much more
- 401K with company match
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and a short cover letter telling us about yourself and why you are a great fit for Reformation!
The Reformation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status
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