Production Analyst

FINESSE; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A fashion technology firm in London is seeking a Production Analyst to optimize and scale supply chain operations. The ideal candidate will leverage data analysis to improve inventory strategies, ensuring cost-effective production. Responsibilities include forecasting demand, coordinating with suppliers, and identifying efficiency opportunities. Candidates should have 1-5 years of relevant experience and strong analytical skills. Join us in pioneering a sustainable approach to fashion.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years experience in production, planning, operations, or supply chain, ideally in fashion or consumer goods.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving, growth-stage environment.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive replenishment strategies utilizing proprietary algorithms.
• Coordinate with factories and suppliers for production.
• Optimize MOQ strategies for cost efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Google Suite

SQL

BI tools

Job description

Role: Production Analyst

Location: London, United Kingdom

Reporting to: Director of Technical Design / Production Manager

Company Overview

Driving innovation between fashion and technology, FINESSE is pioneering a new paradigm within the fashion industry that is more efficient, faster and more sustainable. Similarly to how a hedge fund would analyze stock performance and hedge its bets, FINESSE utilizes advanced machine learning and artificial intelligence on social & proprietary data to determine what styles will be trending next and the exact quantity to produce. Leading an era of predictive fashion, FINESSE’s algorithmic underpinnings allow for the creation of best-in-class products brought to market faster than the competition and done so more affordably and ethically. Instead of overproducing garments by the tonnes and coating the industry in garments no one ever asked for, FINESSE produces what is wanted, when it is wanted, eliminating the fashion industry’s footprint as the second largest polluter in the world. Find us at finesse.us.

About the Role

As a Production Analyst, you will play a critical role in optimizing and scaling our ultra-responsive supply chain operations. By leveraging proprietary algorithms and your data analysis expertise, you will refine inventory strategies to support efficient, cost-effective production. Your work will be instrumental in shaping a scalable production strategy that balances lean operations with sustainable growth.

This role requires a highly analytical and strategic thinker who can transform data-driven insights into actionable improvements, ensuring optimal inventory levels, maximizing margins, and minimizing waste. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align production processes with sales trends, customer demand, and operational efficiencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive replenishment strategies by utilizing proprietary algorithms to forecast future demand based on historical performance and key data points.
• Coordinate with factories and suppliers to ensure timely, cost-effective production while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Optimize MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity) strategies to balance cost efficiency with inventory flexibility.
• Proactively mitigate risks related to production delays, material shortages, and quality issues to maintain a smooth supply chain process.
• Collaborate with Design & Marketing teams to align production with evolving sales trends and customer preferences.
• Identify automation and efficiency opportunities within production workflows and the broader supply chain.
• Develop and monitor KPIs to measure production efficiency, continuously refining processes for improved performance.
• Build real-time dashboards and reports to provide visibility into key production metrics and inform strategic decision-making.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, data-driven environment, enjoys solving complex operational challenges, and is eager to work cross-functionally to optimize production and supply chain operations.

Recommended Background

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to use data for decision-making.
• 1-5 years experience in production, planning, operations, or supply chain - ideally in fashion or consumer goods.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving, growth-stage environment.
• Proficiency in Google Suite; experience with SQL or BI tools preferred.
• Experience working with vendors, suppliers, and production teams preferred.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.