Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Production Manager to join our Supply Chain team at our Head Office in South Shields. This role will be key to achieve "on time" delivery for product, purchase orders, raise P/O's, plan, monitor, re-prioritise and expedite, ensure the Business System data accurately reflects production plans and delivery schedules, ensure key samples are ordered and delivered on time.
Responsibilities
* Update WIPS with all new buys placed and ensure Purchase Orders are raised accurately and in a timely manner.
* Liaise with Tech Teams/QA Teams to highlight priorities and ensure key milestones within the critical path are met.
* Monitor Purchase Order progress with regular Supplier meetings including Factory visits.
* Update and maintain M3 (our Business System) to reflect accurate Purchase Order data.
* Review the POBE to ensure key sales priorities are expedited with Suppliers and freight options are maximised.
* Ensure Purchase Orders are delivered on time, maximising Customer Order fulfilment.
* Maintain PO plans to reflect true delivery position including capacity constraints, factory closures, holidays, transportation lead times etc.
* Manage the Supplier Sample Tabs and delivery SMS/Showroom samples on time.
Skills and Experience
* Ideally proven experience in garment and general procurement
* Experience of Production Planning
* Proven experience of building strong working relationships and influencing key stakeholders in order to drive high performance
* Ideally experience of dealing with offshore suppliers
* High level of numeracy skills
* Strong Excel skills with experience of creating formulas and pivot tables
* Competent level of IT packages: Microsoft Office
* Excellent communication skills to build strong relationships internally and externally of the department
* High level of attention to detail - able to provide accurate information first time
* Time management skills to enable effective prioritisation and decision making
* Ability to work in a fast paced and challenging environment
* Doesn\'t get phased when things go wrong, has the ability to think on your feet and problem solve
* Able to prioritise and organise own workload
* Ability to work independently within a small team
* Flexibility to travel overseas if needed
Benefits
* Discretionary Company bonus scheme
* Staff Discount
* Staff Shop
* Healthcare Cash Plan
* 25 days holiday as standard increasing with length of service plus bank holidays
* Access to training and development activities to support your career development
* Free onsite parking
* Subsidised canteen
* Operate hybrid and flexible working
* 4pm finish on a Friday
* Wellbeing support
* Refer a friend bonus scheme
* Reward and Recognition Program
* Length of Service Rewards
Note: In the event that a sufficient volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.
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