Textile Production/ Converter

JAFTEX CORPORATION; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

JAFTEX CORPORATION is seeking a Textile Production Coordinator in New York to manage all stages of fabric production, coordinate with mills, and oversee shipments and inventory across multiple platforms. You will handle POs, production issues, and communication with distributors to ensure smooth order fulfillment.

The role requires 3+ years in production coordination or textile supply chains, strong attention to detail, and proficiency with Excel and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in production coordination, import/export logistics, or supply chain roles (textiles preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex inventory and documentation processes.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all stages of fabric production to ensure on-time delivery.
• Act as liaison with mills to manage order approvals, address production issues, and communicate updates.
• Issue and maintain purchase orders (POs); process changes and resolve discrepancies.
• Review and validate mill shipment documents (pattern, color, yardage) upon receipt.
• Update purchase orders and internal systems with accurate shipment details.
• Ensure all shipment documentation is sent to forwarders promptly.
• Coordinate drop shipments and work with logistics providers for timely pickup and delivery.
• Set up new product lines, patterns, and colors in ERP as part of production release and shipping process.
• Maintain inventory across systems; audit and correct negative inventory entries in ERP.
• Reconcile inventory after shipments and invoicing for all related items.
• Work with distributors: verify pricing, review invoices, and manage billing coordination.

Skills

Production coordination

Import/Export logistics

Supply chain

Attention to detail

Communication

Multitasking

Independent work

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

The Textile Converter plays a key role in managing all stages of fabric production, ensuring seamless coordination between mills, forwarders, inventory systems, and distributors. This position acts as the central point of communication for processing orders, tracking shipments, and maintaining accurate inventory records across multiple platforms and partners.

Key Responsibilities:

Production & Order Management

• Oversee all stages of fabric production to ensure on-time delivery.
• Act as a key liaison with mills to manage order approvals, address production issues, and communicate updates.
• Issue and maintain purchase orders (POs); process changes and resolve discrepancies as needed.

Mill Shipments, Export & Logistics Coordination

• Review and validate mill shipment documents (pattern, color, yardage) upon receipt.
• Update purchase orders and internal systems with accurate shipment details.
• Ensure all shipment documentation is sent promptly to forwarders.
• Coordinate drop shipments (X-mill) and work with logistics providers to ensure timely pickup and delivery of both export and domestic orders.
• Set up new product lines, patterns, and colors in ERP as part of the production release and shipping process.
• Maintain accurate inventory across systems; regularly audit and correct negative inventory entries in ERP.
• Reconcile inventory after shipments and invoicing for all related.
• Work closely with distributors:
• Verify pricing, review invoices, and manage billing coordination.
• Treat as a mill—set up new releases, monitor commitments, and manage PO entry and updates.
• Oversee post-shipment inventory adjustments across associated companies.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 3+ years experience in production coordination, import/export logistics, or supply chain roles (textiles preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex inventory and documentation processes.
• Proficient in excel
• Proficiency in ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with international mills and freight forwarders.
• Familiarity with textile products, SKUs, and pattern/color setup processes.
• Prior exposure to vendor management and distributor coordination.