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Assistant Manager, Global Production, Mens Knits, Gap Brand - New York, NY - Gap Inc (New York, NY)
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Friday, February 8, 2013 10:45 PM
Title: Assistant Manager, Global Production, Men''s Knits, Gap Brand - New York, NY
Location: US-NY-NEW YORK
Other Locations:
The Assistant Production Manager actively supports a Global Production Team that is responsible for the execution and communication of a global development and sampling strategy for a specific category or department that supports Design's vision and that meets or exceeds financial goals and bulk execution. He/She coordinates the activities of a pre-production process, classification or key programs, depending on the scope and complexity. He/She assists in tracking bulk production, transmitting necessary information to overseas offices and working with cross-functional partners to execute product strategies.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Financial Management
Support Global Sourcing Strategy as related to a certain category/sub-category within a department to achieve financial targets.
Responsible for maintaining costing in ACT.
Understand department goals as relayed by Manager and Director.
2. Production Management
Work with Manager on production approval process in collaboration with their Production Execution counter parts.
Own accuracy of outputs of the PLM system.
Own accuracy of ACT
Track all sample fabric, trims and styles for key milestone meetings by calendar deadlines
Adhere to all calendar deadlines and troubleshoot any missed deadlines with Manager
Track and ensure on-time delivery of development samples by troubleshooting issues with team, sourcing channels, and logistics. Escalate any exceptions.
Participate in weekly production status update with Design.
Confirm and validate all information regarding order quantity placement with overseas offices.
Monitor and ensure on-time delivery and of bulk production.
Manage scheduled work w/ GIS and Distribution in PO system.
Own accuracy of outputs from Order Management System.
Adhere to all Production and Pipeline processes
3. People and Relationship Management
SELF-DEVELOPMENT
Establish a development plan with Supervisor.
Develop relationship with Mentors, Peers, and all Sourcing Channels.
4. Special Projects
Drive results for Corporate and Brand initiatives.
1. Knowledge, skills & abilities:
Knowledge of:
Production: Manufacturing and product engineering, trade regulations, testing protocol, product integrity, production cycle timeline, calendar management, fabric and garment construction.
Computer skills: Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, web-based applications.
Understanding of cross-functional dependencies.
Skills:
Effectively communicate in written and verbal form
Detail oriented with strong follow through; Organize and prioritize multiple projects
Have a sense of urgency in managing time and accomplishing tasks
Demonstrate proactive problem solving skills.
Use basic retail math needed to determine costs, margins and turn
Influence others; Negotiation skills
Monitor employee performance, provide feedback, and develop employees through formal and on-the-job training
Create and maintain a cooperative team environment that promotes high performance standards and attainment of goals
Ability to react to change
Solicit feedback/self-development
2. Minimum educational level:
4 Year Bachelors Degree preferred
3. Minimum experience:
1-2 Years Production experience
Location: US-NY-NEW YORK
Other Locations:
The Assistant Production Manager actively supports a Global Production Team that is responsible for the execution and communication of a global development and sampling strategy for a specific category or department that supports Design's vision and that meets or exceeds financial goals and bulk execution. He/She coordinates the activities of a pre-production process, classification or key programs, depending on the scope and complexity. He/She assists in tracking bulk production, transmitting necessary information to overseas offices and working with cross-functional partners to execute product strategies.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Financial Management
Support Global Sourcing Strategy as related to a certain category/sub-category within a department to achieve financial targets.
Responsible for maintaining costing in ACT.
Understand department goals as relayed by Manager and Director.
2. Production Management
Work with Manager on production approval process in collaboration with their Production Execution counter parts.
Own accuracy of outputs of the PLM system.
Own accuracy of ACT
Track all sample fabric, trims and styles for key milestone meetings by calendar deadlines
Adhere to all calendar deadlines and troubleshoot any missed deadlines with Manager
Track and ensure on-time delivery of development samples by troubleshooting issues with team, sourcing channels, and logistics. Escalate any exceptions.
Participate in weekly production status update with Design.
Confirm and validate all information regarding order quantity placement with overseas offices.
Monitor and ensure on-time delivery and of bulk production.
Manage scheduled work w/ GIS and Distribution in PO system.
Own accuracy of outputs from Order Management System.
Adhere to all Production and Pipeline processes
3. People and Relationship Management
SELF-DEVELOPMENT
Establish a development plan with Supervisor.
Develop relationship with Mentors, Peers, and all Sourcing Channels.
4. Special Projects
Drive results for Corporate and Brand initiatives.
1. Knowledge, skills & abilities:
Knowledge of:
Production: Manufacturing and product engineering, trade regulations, testing protocol, product integrity, production cycle timeline, calendar management, fabric and garment construction.
Computer skills: Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, web-based applications.
Understanding of cross-functional dependencies.
Skills:
Effectively communicate in written and verbal form
Detail oriented with strong follow through; Organize and prioritize multiple projects
Have a sense of urgency in managing time and accomplishing tasks
Demonstrate proactive problem solving skills.
Use basic retail math needed to determine costs, margins and turn
Influence others; Negotiation skills
Monitor employee performance, provide feedback, and develop employees through formal and on-the-job training
Create and maintain a cooperative team environment that promotes high performance standards and attainment of goals
Ability to react to change
Solicit feedback/self-development
2. Minimum educational level:
4 Year Bachelors Degree preferred
3. Minimum experience:
1-2 Years Production experience
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