Associate Production Planner

Solomon Page; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 66,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Solomon Page is partnering with a leading specialty retail and apparel brand to hire an Associate Production Planner to join its team in Columbus, Ohio. This role supports end-to-end order management, production tracking, delivery management, and reporting while partnering closely with cross-functional teams, vendors, and offshore partners to ensure on-time execution and order accuracy.

The Associate Production Planner is responsible for managing purchase orders, production milestones, delivery

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience; internship in corporate environment preferred.
• Strong MS Excel skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders, amendments, and on-order reporting.
• Track production milestones, delivery dates, and order status.
• Coordinate with offshore partners on system updates and issue resolution.
• Support production planning activities, order schedules, and tracking tools.
• Monitor commitments, capacity, and production timelines.
• Manage liabilities, cancellations, and dispute resolution processes.
• Communicate production updates and resolve issues with cross-functional partners.
• Maintain reporting related to deliveries, liabilities, and production performance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Solomon Page is partnering with a leading specialty retail and apparel brand to hire an Associate Production Planner to join it's team in Columbus, Ohio. This role supports end-to-end order management, production tracking, delivery management, and reporting while partnering closely with cross-functional teams, vendors, and offshore partners to ensure on-time execution and order accuracy. The Associate Production Planner is responsible for managing purchase orders, production milestones, delivery tracking, and reporting across multiple product categories and channels. This role serves as a key liaison between internal partners and external vendors to support production timelines, resolve issues, and maintain accurate order management in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.

• Duration: 3-month contract
• Pay Rate: $33.75/hour
• Hours: 40 hours/week

Responsibilities:

• Manage purchase orders, amendments, and on-order reporting
• Track production milestones, delivery dates, and order status
• Coordinate with offshore partners on system updates and issue resolution
• Support production planning activities, order schedules, and tracking tools
• Monitor commitments, capacity, and production timelines
• Manage liabilities, cancellations, and dispute resolution processes
• Communicate production updates and resolve issues with cross-functional partners
• Maintain reporting related to deliveries, liabilities, and production performance

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required
• 1-3 years of relevant experience; internship experience in a corporate environment preferred
• Strong Microsoft Office skills with advanced proficiency in Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Highly collaborative with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Adaptable and comfortable navigating change and evolving business needs

The Solomon Page Distinction

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.