Production Coordinator

Idea Nuova, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Idea Nuova, Inc. in New York is seeking a Production Coordinator to oversee the end-to-end production cycle for assigned product lines, coordinating with overseas offices and factories to ensure timely development and delivery of products.

You will coordinate internal teams, approve layouts and packaging details, and provide timely project updates to stakeholders while addressing production challenges and optimizing tracking systems.

Qualifications

• Exceptional organizational skills with planning, expediting and multitasking to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage time effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge in Simparel is a plus.
• Experience with mass retailers (Walmart, Target, JC Penney) is advantageous.
• Experience with multinational trade and export is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily communication with overseas offices and factories to oversee the production cycle from order to shipment.
• Coordinate updates with internal teams, address concerns, and align on project requirements.
• Approve layouts and requirements including price tickets, hang tags, labels, UPCs, and testing needs.
• Report status updates to stakeholders and address delays proactively.
• Troubleshoot production challenges with creative, practical solutions.
• Maintain documentation and tracking to monitor progress and identify improvements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Autonomous work

Verbal & written communication

Proactive/Motivated/Trainable

Microsoft Office

Tools

Simparel

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Maintain daily communication with overseas offices and factories, overseeing the entire production cycle from order initiation to shipment, to ensure timely development and delivery of products.
• Daily communication with internal teams providing updates, addressing concerns, and collaborating on project requirements.
• Approve all layouts and requirements, including price tickets, hang tags, main/care labels, UPC details, and testing requirements.
• Report on the status updates of ongoing projects and tasks, providing visibility to stakeholders and addressing any delays or issues proactively.
• Troubleshoot challenges that arise during production, utilizing creative and practical solutions to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain, document, and implement efficient tracking strategies to monitor production progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Update the system with relevant information, including delivery schedules, pricing, quantity, and special comments.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success of the production process.

Requirements

• Exceptional organizational skills, including planning, expediting, prioritizing, managing multiple tasks, and consistently meeting corporate deadlines.
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively manage time, demonstrating a high level of self-motivation and accountability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, allowing for clear and concise correspondence with internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge in Simparel is a plus, showcasing familiarity with industry-specific software platforms.
• Experience working with mass retailers such as Walmart, Target, or JC Penney is advantageous, highlighting a solid understanding of their specific requirements and processes.
• Proactive, Motivated, and Trainable
• Experience with multinational trade and export is a plus.
• Experience with content, product & inventory management
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)