CMT Coordinator

We are a dynamic and fast-paced retail supplier seeking a meticulous and proactive CMT Coordinator to join our Durban-based team. This role plays a key part in ensuring our production processes run smoothly by coordinating with CMT (Cut, Make & Trim) units to deliver high-quality products on time and in full.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Production Coordination: Liaise daily with CMT factories to manage and monitor production timelines, ensuring all manufacturing deadlines and quality standards are met.
2. Order Management: Issue and track production orders, ensuring accuracy of order details, fabric allocations, trims, and delivery dates.
3. Quality Assurance: Monitor quality standards at all stages of production. Flag and resolve quality concerns proactively with CMTs and internal QC teams.
4. Logistics and Deliveries: Coordinate collections/deliveries of garments, fabrics, trims, and finished goods between CMTs and warehouse or head office.
5. Supplier and CMT Liaison: Build strong relationships with CMT partners and resolve any day-to-day production issues, capacity challenges, or operational delays.
6. Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of all CMT-related documentation including job cards, delivery notes, production schedules, and costing sheets.
7. Compliance: Ensure all CMTs adhere to ethical and legal compliance, including labor laws and health & safety requirements.

Requirements:

1. Proven experience in a CMT coordination or garment production role (minimum 3 years).
2. Strong knowledge of garment manufacturing processes and production timelines.
3. Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills.
4. Ability to work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment.
5. Excellent communication skills – written and verbal.
6. Computer literate (Excel, Outlook, and Sync.)
7. Valid driver’s license and own vehicle (advantageous).

Preferred Attributes:

1. A team player who takes initiative and has a hands-on approach.
2. Meticulous attention to detail and quality.
3. Experience working in the retail supply chain or fashion industry.
4. Ability to build strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams.

Remuneration:

Desired Skills:

1. Attention to Detail
2. Communication Skills
3. Problem Solver
4. Organizational Skills
5. Proactive
6. Team Player