Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets and sells high quality products in multiple segments, including women’s, men’s and kid’s apparel, accessories, entertainment and beauty. Centric Brands is focused on our customers and our brands that will drive the company’s future growth. We are defined by innovation as we seize new opportunities and thrive in an environment informed by creativity and thinking that is both analytical and outside the box. Centric Brands reflects a team built on respect, for others and for the hard work it takes to achieve our goals and build our bright future together.
Overall Responsibilities
Handle Accessories Production Management, managing the offshore production team, ensure good quality, accurate documentation and on time delivery.
*Lead the team, vendors and factories to manage the very best product quality and on-time delivery.
*Closely monitor the offshore production merchandising team on a daily basis.
*Proactively coordinate with all stakeholders, including the New York production team, the operations management (OM) team, and the offshore production team to resolve a variety of issues.
*Identify and resolve quality issues in collaboration with the factory and QA/QC team.
*Analyze production work-in-progress (WIP) with the factory and offshore team, identify bottlenecks in the production line, and ensure on-time delivery.
*Collaborate with OM, Merchandising, and the New York team to ensure all purchase orders (POs) are input into the system promptly.
*Identify and resolve packaging and ticketing issues to ensure they do not impact delivery schedules.
*Review new developments or adopted styles with Hong Kong Technical team to ensure the product offer is backed-up by excellent quality.
*Solve problems and deal with issues professionally and promptly as they arise.
*Closely follow up on critical path with team and solve problems (if arise) in the process.
*Delegate tasks and responsibilities, set performance goals, and conduct regular performance reviews.
*Provide guidance and support to ensure the team's professional growth and development.
*Guide the team input and analyzing data, Review and contribute to regular reports.
*Foster collaboration between teams to align efforts and achieve business goals.
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Additional Requirements
*Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Merchandising, or a related field
*At least 10 years of proven experience in merchandising
*Demonstrated leadership skills to inspire, motivate, and develop a high-performing team
*Knowledge of handbag manufacturing, including construction, fabrication, trim, and print techniques
*Proven track record of driving team results and achieving goals
*Thrives in fast-paced, changing environments and proactively navigates challenges
*Creative mindset with an eye for product presentation and visual aesthetics
*Up-to-date on the latest merchandising trends and best practices
*Strong negotiation, vendor management, and collaboration abilities
*Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
*Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Adobe products
Competency Requirements (if applicable)
Behavioral Competencies:
*Decision Making
*Communication
*Collaboration
*Conflict Management and Problem Solving
*Driving Execution
*Be transparent
*Think positive
*Self-driven
Language Proficiency:
Fluent in: English, Mandarin is a plus.
Specific Working Conditions
Frequency of Travel: As required.
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