Location: New York,NY, USA
POSITION TITLE: Intl. Production, Coordinator, Women's Shirts
REPORTS TO: Intl. Production, Sr. Coordinator
POSITION SUMMARY:
Manage all aspects of the category for all AE's international channels, from fabric and product development to production via interaction with internal cross functional partners i.e Design, Tech Design, Wash and Fabric team, Global merchandising team, Global Buying team, Planning team and Logistics teams. This position will also have the opportunity to interact with licensee partners as required. Responsible for daily communication with vendors and cross functional teams regarding production updates, purchase order issuance and maintenance and other International special projects
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT:
* Strategize with Design to land seasonal fabrics to meet Design aesthetics, price points & sourcing needs
* Manage compliance to T&A calendar in conjunction with major milestones per international delivery requirements
* Manage development ratios to agreed levels while meeting roadmap needs
* Help execute sourcing strategy for the category
* Actively participate in key milestone meetings with Design, Production, and Merchants
PRODUCTION SUPPORT TO INTERNATIONAL TEAM:
* Support end-to-end product development of international exclusive programs for respective categories
* Interface with AEO cross functional team members to ensure approval, and ultimately garment T&A deadlines are met
* Review outstanding issues on int'l excl. production status, take action accordingly and elevate as needed
* Collect projections pre seasons and help actualize units postseasonal buys
* Support Global Merchandising in collating deadlines and deliverables for fabric platforms and early calls
* Manage Intl. Exclusive fabric platforms and liabilities with vendors, ensuring adequate capacity and usage of commitments prior to expiration.
* Perform other duties as required inclusive of ownership of corporate special orders projects
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or equivalent
* 3-5 years related experience
* Experience working with large/sophisticated/complex franchised, licensed, or JV partners is a plus
* Impeccable verbal/written communication and persuasion skills; proven ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment
* Excellent organizational & analytical skills
* Experience with Nu Order, Bamboo Rose or another PLM system a plus
* Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team and a proven ability to positively influence peers and cross functional partners.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
* Ability to work in a hybrid environment which will require working in person/in-office for a portion or all of a week based on the needs of the business, including but not limited to milestone weeks
* Ability to multi-task and prioritize
* Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting
* Ability to work outside of standard U.S. business hours is required, periodically
PAY/BENEFITS INFORMATION:
* Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
* Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
* Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please click here.
* AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.