Associate Production Manager (On-Site)

Kohl's; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Menomonee Falls is seeking an Associate Production Manager to drive execution of product development and manage cross-functional communication. Applicants should have 2+ years of experience in retail or product development and be proficient in relevant office suites. The role involves managing production processes, ensuring deadlines are met, and collaborating with various teams to drive product lifecycles.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of retail or product development experience.
• Strong aptitude for math and knowledge of retail math.
• Expert knowledge of product life cycle, process and supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Execute production process from vendor award to in‑store delivery.
• Guide cross‑functional team as a production expert.
• Ensure seasonal calendar deadlines and milestones are met.

Skills

Retail or product development experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Proficiency in Google Drive Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Apply for the Associate Production Manager (On‑Site) role at Kohl's (Menomonee Falls, WI).

About the Role

As Associate Production Manager, you will drive the execution of product development, assist in communicating all product needs to the cross‑functional team, and help drive the Concept to Customer (CTC) process for a brand or category.

Responsibilities

• Execute production process from vendor award to in‑store delivery
• Guide cross‑functional team as a production expert
• Manage flex and contingency needs and replenishment with partners
• Obtain projections for capacity management
• Communicate development details and product confirmation with vendors
• Ensure seasonal calendar deadlines and milestones are met
• Own Timing and Action Calendar management
• Participate in cross‑functional meetings to communicate time, action (TNA) and cost
• Drive on‑time deliveries through strong process and partnership
• Train Production Coordinator and assist with meetings
• Lead vendor meetings and category sessions
• Guide product pre‑development and cost engineering
• Align development with sourcing, materials and merchandising strategies
• Execute product development to meet business needs and cost guidance
• Track and report progress to meet corporate goals
• Additional tasks may be assigned

Addendum – Costing (Home & Accessories / Footwear only)

• Support cost execution through structured events (RFQ) and seasonal negotiation
• Execute cost analysis for owned brands or categories at the cost component level or higher macro‑economic impact level
• Execute vendor selection and program award
• Drive partnerships with the cross‑functional team to execute sourcing strategies
• Assist in rolling up costing and sharing out with merchant / design partners
• Work in conjunction with sourcing and cross‑functional teams to facilitate new vendor onboarding or change in fulfillment types
• Facilitate cost proto meetings with design

Requirements

• 2+ years of retail or product development experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Drive Office Suite
• Travel may be required

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree
• Strong aptitude for math and knowledge of retail math
• Expert knowledge of product life cycle, process and supply chain