Production Assistant

Overview

The Production Assistant facilitates the production process through cross functional partnerships with Merchandising, Design, Technical Design, and vendor partners. The Production Assistant supports the supply chain management of the calendar from development to bulk shipment.

Responsibilities

• Manage submit approval process according to time and action schedule, including follow up on outstanding submits and sending approvals to vendor partners via email correspondence.
• Maintain Work in Progress (WIP) reports, follow up with vendors weekly on outstanding submits/issues, and determine appropriate actions to take.
• Communicate daily with vendors and internal cross functional teams throughout the product development and production process, in order to ensure product is shipping on time and to correct location(s). Address any issues that arise and identify solutions.
• Manage all sample tracking charts- Buy samples, Ad sample, TOP, etc…
• Size breaks distribution to Vendors and PO information entry to the system.
• Attending meetings with CFT and making notes/communicating updates to Vendors.
• Tech packs uploads in PLM
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of the product development and approval process
• Highly motivated, self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and project management skills
• Flexible, organized, detail oriented team player
• Strong MS Office skills with emphasis on Excel
• Travel may be required, based on business needs.
• Adhere to regular in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration. Job duties may be performed effectively using the hybrid work program designated by the company.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor as the company retains the right to change duties to this position.
• Must have authorization to work in the United States.
  
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Ability to maintain regular and timely attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards and Company’s policy.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for up to 8 hours per day
• Ability to constantly operate a computer, other office equipment and look at a monitor for up to 8 hours per day
• Ability to clearly and accurately communicate and exchange information verbally, in writing, or through other means in person, telephonically, or through virtual communication methods
• Ability to position self to reach at or below shoulder level
• Ability to carrying equipment, moving boxes/samples, etc.
  
  
  

Requirements & EEO Statement

The salary range for this position is $62,400 to $65,000 annually. Pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to position offered and work experience. In addition to your salary, SPARC Group, and its affiliated brands, offers a benefits package, including 401(k) plan, overtime pay, flexible work schedule and a generous employee discount program (all benefits are based on eligibility). Additional information regarding the benefits for this position can be found in the Benefits Guide that is available from our Human Resources Department.

SPARC Group LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We value a culture of inclusion and diversity within our workforce, and are committed to maintaining a workplace free from prohibited employment conduct, including discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partner status, civil partnership, status as a covered veteran, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States, citizenship and any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to the full inclusion of qualified individuals in the job application and interview process.

Employees are expected to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), and applicable state disability laws, it is the policy of SPARC to provide a reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation is required to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources department.