Spécialiste de production et aux achats / Production & Purchasing Specialist

SOIA & KYO; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium outerwear brand in Canada is seeking a Production Specialist to manage the full production lifecycle, from development to delivery. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with standards, and resolving production challenges. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years' experience in apparel sourcing, ideally in outerwear. This is a full-time position at the associate level within the production function.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in apparel sourcing/production, ideally in outerwear.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Meticulous attention to detail and self-motivation.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full production lifecycle from development to delivery.
• Establish and track production calendars to meet deadlines.
• Identify and resolve production challenges proactively.
• Oversee factory capacity and allocate production strategically.

Skills

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Excel)

Exceptional communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Negotiation skills

Highly organized

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Textiles, Supply Chain or related field

Tools

PLM

ERP systems

Production tracking systems

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About APP Group

APP Group is the Montreal-based parent company of Mackage and SOIA & KYO brands with offices currently in Montreal, New York, Miami, Shanghai, Munich, Paris and Seoul.

SOIA & KYO

Founded in Montreal in 2004, SOIA & KYO celebrates beauty in simplicity and the joy of life's simple moments. As a premium outerwear brand, we are committed to sustainability and creating better products for people and the planet. Known for fine fabrics and versatile styling, SOIA & KYO is a celebrity favorite, recognized globally and sold in North America, Europe, and Asia.

APP Group is committed to employment equity and invites applications from women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons and otherwise marginalized persons.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Specialist plays a critical role in executing and optimizing the full production cycle for the SOIA & KYO brand. From development through delivery, this individual oversees timelines, supplier performance, quality standards, and cross-functional alignment to ensure operational excellence and timely product launches.

What you’ll do

• Manage the full production lifecycle from development to bulk delivery and post-season analysis.
• Establish and track production calendars to ensure deadlines are consistently met.
• Partner cross-functionally with design, technical development, merchandising, and sales teams to align production objectives.
• Proactively identify and resolve production challenges with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Monitor factory capacity and allocate production strategically based on seasonal priorities and vendor strengths.
• Collaborate with planning and sales to anticipate seasonal demand and material requirements.
• Oversee material flow and raw material commitments to prevent delays or overages.
• Coordinate with logistics to ensure smooth and timely shipments.
• Prepare seasonal performance reports by vendor, including KPI dashboards for on-time delivery.
• Ensure compliance with brand and vendor certifications, maintaining all relevant documentation.
• Represent the Production department in internal meetings and project discussions.
• Perform any other related duties as required by the team or immediate supervisor.

What you’ll bring

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Textiles, Supply Chain or related field.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in apparel sourcing/production, ideally in outerwear.

Technical Skills and competencies:

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Excel).
• Working knowledge of PLM, ERP, and production tracking systems.
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Meticulous attention to detail and self-motivation.

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Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Production

Industries

Retail Apparel and Fashion

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