Senior Production Coordinator - South Africa

Somewhere; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A company in the apparel industry is looking for a Senior Production Coordinator to manage production processes and oversee communications with overseas factories. Ideal candidates will have 5 to 7 years of experience in apparel production, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This full-time independent contractor role offers a salary range of $850 to $1,800 per month.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience in apparel production.
• Knowledge of dresses, tops, bottoms, and sweaters.
• Bilingual in Mandarin or Cantonese is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the production process.
• Communicate daily with overseas factories.
• Ensure compliance throughout production.

Skills

Apparel production experience

Strong attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Multitasking abilities

Job description

Position : Senior Production Coordinator

Working Hours : Full-time, U.S.-based hours (Eastern Standard Time – EST)

Salary Range : $850 - $1,800 per month

Type of Contract : Independent Contractor

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Production Coordinator to manage and oversee the production process, working closely with overseas factories and internal teams. This role is ideal for someone highly organized and detail-oriented, who can effectively prioritize tasks and communicate clearly to ensure timely and quality delivery of apparel products.

Key Responsibilities

Communicate daily with overseas factories to follow up on production status.

Maintain and update the time and action calendar for pre-production, samples, lab testing, and inspections.

Analyze customer production manuals and ensure compliance throughout production.

Manage import processes, ensuring compliance with all government regulations.

Input accurate purchase order data and shipping documents into the system.

Oversee the approval process for samples, trims, and fabrics.

Partner with Sales, Design, and Production teams for smooth operations.

Report production issues promptly to the Production Director.

Monitor production work-in-progress (WIP) charts and calendars; ensure timely execution.

Collaborate with the shipping department to ensure on-time warehouse release of goods.

Communicate effectively across teams to maintain deadlines and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

5 to 7 years of experience in apparel production, including knits, wovens, and sweaters.

Strong knowledge of dresses, tops, bottoms, and sweaters.

Ability to prioritize and multitask with a strong attention to detail.

Effective team player working closely with Technical Design and factories to optimize production flow.

Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Highly organized and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Bilingual in Mandarin or Cantonese is a plus.

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot in a fast-paced environment.