Sr. Production Associate

Fourth Floor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing apparel company in New York City is seeking a Sr. Production Associate to manage production schedules and ensure on-time delivery of materials. The role requires collaboration with suppliers, strong organizational skills, and a background in apparel production management. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in Fashion or Supply Chain and 2–4 years of relevant experience. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of apparel production management or coordination experience.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of global supply chain operations, sourcing, and logistics best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage production calendars and ensure alignment with deadlines.
• Track and report production progress to teams.
• Coordinate logistics and vendor communications.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This range is provided by Fourth Floor. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Our client, a fast-growing apparel company, is looking for a Sr. Production Associate to join their team in NYC!

Responsibilities

• Partner with suppliers to secure on-time delivery of raw materials, trims, and accessories while proactively addressing potential delays.
• Oversee and manage production calendars, ensuring alignment with company deadlines and seasonal requirements.
• Track, analyze, and report production progress to cross-functional teams, providing visibility on timelines and key milestones.
• Anticipate and troubleshoot issues that may affect production flow, escalating and resolving as needed to maintain schedule integrity.
• Collaborate with quality assurance to uphold standards across fit, construction, and compliance.
• Coordinate logistics, shipping, and vendor communications to support smooth distribution of finished goods.
• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 2–4 years of apparel production management or coordination experience.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands.
• Proven communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills with internal teams and external vendors.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with PLM/ERP or production management systems.
• Knowledge of global supply chain operations, sourcing, and logistics best practices.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Production

Industries

• Retail Apparel and Fashion