Global Apparel Production Lead

FAM LLC; Headquarters (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FAM Brands, based in Bell, CA, is seeking an experienced Apparel Production professional to manage the production calendar from order allocation to shipping. You will partner with Design, Sales, Logistics, QA, and Order Management to keep milestones on track, updating Centric/AS400 and Excel WIPs, and overseeing vendor communications with overseas partners.

The role requires 6+ years in apparel production, APAC experience, FOB/DDP knowledge, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of demonstrable experience in Apparel Production.
• Must be self-managing.
• Understanding of FOB / DDP.
• Exceptionally organized with strong time management and multi-tasking ability.
• Strong verbal & written communication skills.
• Think outside the box – initiative takers and collaborative team members.
• Extensive Import Experience / Different Time Zones.
• Current APAC production experience is required.
• Licensed Apparel Experience is a requirement.
• Must be familiar with using a PLM, Centric preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage Production T&A Calendar from Order Allocation through Shipping.
• Partner with all cross functional teams to meet milestones including, but not limited to Design, Sales, Technical Design, Logistics, Packaging, QA & Order Management.
• Own your styles by constantly updating Centric, AS400 and Excel WIPs.
• Join internal fitting sessions designated by Brand as needed.
• Review/Approve items such as Bulk Fabric, Trims, Packaging, Folding, and Carton Markings.
• Own Vendor Communication with our Overseas Partners.
• Identify and Trouble Shoot through potential issues in order to stay on schedule.

Skills

Apparel production

Self-management

FOB / DDP

Time management

Communication skills

Initiative & collaboration

Import experience

APAC production experience

Licensed apparel experience

PLM/Centric

Job description

FAM Brands, based in Bell, CA, is seeking an experienced Apparel Production professional to manage the production calendar from order allocation to shipping. You will partner with Design, Sales, Logistics, QA, and Order Management to keep milestones on track, updating Centric/AS400 and Excel WIPs, and overseeing vendor communications with overseas partners.

The role requires 6+ years in apparel production, APAC experience, FOB/DDP knowledge, and strong organizational and communication skills.