Production Coordinator

Parkside Recruitment; West Drayton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkside Recruitment seeks a hands-on Production Coordinator to oversee manufacturing from concept to delivery. You will liaise with suppliers, including overseas manufacturers, and ensure products meet safety, quality, and licensing standards while keeping timelines and budgets on track.

Responsibilities include managing end-to-end production, coordinating with design and licensing teams, and maintaining cost-effective production with domestic and international suppliers.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production/manufacturing management role.
• Experience with licensed products and/or retailers in the UK is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of supply chain and production planning.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end production process for all product lines.
• Collaborate with design, sales, and licensing teams to bring new products to market.
• Coordinate with domestic and international suppliers to ensure timely, cost-effective manufacturing.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust plans to meet retailer deadlines.
• Ensure products meet safety and quality standards, including UK/EU compliance.
• Resolve production issues, delays, or quality concerns promptly.
• Maintain relationships with licensors for brand compliance.
• Identify and implement ways to improve production efficiency and reduce costs.

Skills

Production management

Supply chain

Team leadership

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Tools

MS Office

Production software

Job description

Our client is seeking a a hands-on, organised, and proactive Production Coordinator to oversee and coordinate our product manufacturing processes from concept to delivery. You will liaise with suppliers (including overseas manufacturers), and ensure all products meet quality, safety, and licensing standards, while keeping timelines and budgets on track.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end production process for all product lines.
• Work closely with design, sales, and licensing teams to bring new products to market.
• Coordinate with domestic and international suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective manufacturing.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust plans as needed to meet retailer deadlines.
• Ensure products meet safety and quality standards, including compliance with UK and EU regulations..
• Resolve production issues, delays, or quality concerns promptly.
• Maintain strong relationships with licensors to ensure brand compliance.
• Continuously look for ways to improve production efficiency and reduce costs.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a production or manufacturing management role, ideally within consumer goods.
• Experience working with licensed products and/or retailers in the UK is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of supply chain processes and production planning.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and licensors.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Experience managing small teams with a collaborative leadership style.
• Knowledge of product safety and compliance standards for children’s products (preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and production/supply chain software tools.