▷ [Busqueda Urgente] Import Production Associate Manager...

Overview

Our fashion client is seeking a TEMP TO HIRE Import Production, Associate Manager to join their team in Vernon, CA.

Base pay range

$36.05 / hr - $40.86 / hr

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end production lifecycle for assigned vendors and categories, ensuring timely execution from PO placement through delivery to DC.
• Drive results with a high degree of autonomy, taking initiative to anticipate risks, resolve issues, and meet calendar deadlines consistently.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships; manage daily communication to track production, troubleshoot problems, and negotiate solutions.
• Partner cross-functionally with Product Development, Technical Design, and Logistics to ensure smooth hand-offs, accurate approvals, and on-time shipments.
• Manage purchase orders, system updates, and WIPs with precision—ensuring all data is accurate, timely, and aligned across vendors and internal teams.
• Attend production fittings, capturing notes and ensuring design intent and quality standards are upheld.
• Monitor and track production samples, raw materials, and finished goods; partner with QC and Logistics teams to secure timely approvals, bookings, and deliveries.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce costs, and strengthen vendor performance.
• Support new vendor sourcing and onboarding to enhance supply base capabilities.
• Provide regular reports on production status, risks, and exceptions with solutions-oriented recommendations.
• Document chargebacks, non-compliance issues, and escalate major risks with resolution plans.
• Act as a key contributor in cross-functional and vendor meetings, bringing forward solutions and updates rather than status alone.

Qualifications

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