Production / Product Development Coordinator

Position Summary

Apparel company seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Production / Product Development Coordinator right hand to the Production Manager. This role is ideal for a young professional eager to gain a greater understanding of the design, development and production processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Production Manager in maintaining, managing and following up on production purchase orders, WIP reports, and delivery schedules with complete accuracy.
• Support the design and product development for key retailers such as Kohls.
• Track and manage all samples, pre-production samples (PPs), TOPs, and bulk production orders.
• Communicate daily with factories and vendors regarding production status, sampling, and delivery timelines.
• Coordinate cross-functional communication across the organization to ensure alignment on production schedules and key milestones.
• Monitor and manage the Time and Action calendar to ensure deadlines are met.
• Pull data and generate reports to support the production team with sample management, quality control, labeling, and packaging requirements.
• Review workmanship, materials, finishing details, and fit to uphold brand quality standards.
• Maintain production tracking spreadsheets and accurately input fit photos and fit comments.
• Support design where needed. CAD, Photoshop skills a plus.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in production, product development with an apparel manufacturer.
• Overall understanding of design, development, garment construction, manufacturing. administration, and production operations.
• Keen eye for design elements.
• Advanced attention to detail with exceptional organizational skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive problem-solver with a sense of urgency and accountability.
• Team-oriented with a collaborative, positive attitude.
• High energy, strong work ethic, and pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work.

Preferred Experience

• Minimum 2 years of product development experience in men's apparel.
• Experience working directly with overseas vendors and factories.
• Familiarity with the demands of working with such retailers as Kohls, Ross, TJMaxx
• CAD, Photoshop, and Illustrator would be beneficial to support design when necessary but not required
• Familiarity with Kohls’ vendor portal K-Link and their Bamboo Rose PLM is a plus.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who is hands-on, resourceful, and passionate about product. A flexible partner willing to do what it takes to the get the job done. The ideal candidate enjoys managing details, building strong vendor relationships, and ensuring every garment meets our standards for quality, fit, and execution.

Why Work With Us

Founded in 1927 with decades designing for such brands as CHAPS and Columbia Sportswear, we are a family-owned manufacture revered in the market and take pride in building strong relationships with our retail partners. We run a strategic and profitable business; our teams are small and efficient. If you are self-motivated, organized and love administrative follow-up, we welcome the chance to work with you.

• Annual base salary $55,000 - $65,000
• Hybrid (NYC) 3 days-in office / 2 WFH
• May require additional days in office depending on business demands.
• Benefits: PTO, Health, 401K