Production, Planning & Scheduling (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)
Full time
Synonymous with accessible luxury, casual glamour and an ineffably Australian appreciation for the good life, Oroton is the preeminent luxury lifestyle brand in Australia, founded in Sydney in 1938. Oroton has become one of Australia's most prestigious and iconic brands, celebrated and loved for its unique heritage and ability to stay at the forefront of international trends. Today, all of our products are designed in Australia by our talented design team and crafted using the finest materials which are sourced from around the world.
The Role We are on the lookout for our next Production Manager (Apparel). In this role you will manage the execution of the delivery of our Apparel products from design, into store on time and to agreed target margins. On a daily basis you will work closely with the Head of Production, Design and Merchandise teams and lead all supplier communications and relationships. This role is well-suited to a strategic thinker and collaborative personality who can work with key stakeholders to achieve growth aspirations for our apparel category and is excited to contribute to the next phase of growth and development at Oroton.
Key responsibilities include: Timeline management of critical path working closely with Head of Production, Design and Merchandise teams Manage all stakeholders across raw materials, greige and finished garments to agreed quality control standards and cost margins Oversee all raw material booking including greige management, from initial sampling through to local and non-local bulk fabric Agree timelines for entire product lifecycle and manage the range development and delivery process in conjunction with Supply Chain team and Distribution Centre Create end-to-end production model to deliver First Retail & Everyday apparel ranges to the highest quality Manage production process with suppliers and confirm all factory dates based on timelines and quality control standard and ensuring all suppliers adhere to REACH standards, and ethical compliance, in collaboration with Company expectations Ensure the bulk production reflects the approved PP/TOP of production specification in every aspect of the product Garment Tech Touch points and Fit Sessions Sourcing to be executed in partnership with Design after receiving a sourcing brief Oversee pricing & MOQ Negotiation in conjunction with Design Monitor the article creation and PO process across all apparel & supporting accessory categories Assist Finance with managing Cash Flow as well as greige stock and invoice management Ensure close and collaborative dealings with other departments to achieve the growth aspirations of this category What we are looking for: This role is an ideal opportunity for a detail-oriented and technically savvy professional who is an experienced Apparel Production Manager. If you are ready to take on a challenging role that combines process development, problem-solving, and cross-department collaboration, we encourage you to apply! We are also looking for someone with:
Demonstrated experience operating in an apparel business in a production role for at least 4-5 years Exposure to working with high quality apparel product with superior attention to detail Exceptional time management and strong attention to detail Strong excel and reporting skills with an ability to adapt to changing technology Cultural sensitivity in all offshore communications to develop strong working relationships Awareness of product specification principles Awareness of international best practice in QC principles and process Benefits and Culture: In joining Oroton, you will be joining a group of talented, fun and supportive individuals who are all committed to their craft and to the enduring success of this Australian iconic brand:
Flexible working options for a hybrid approach to work Additional leave policy of 4 Recharge days per year, on top of annual leave entitlements Birthday leave Learning & development opportunities, with internal promotions a priority Generous product discounts and lifestyle benefits (fitness membership discounts, salary packaging options + more!) 12 weeks Paid Parental Leave including paid superannuation for eligible employees Access to our Employee Assistance Program and well-being initiatives If you love innovation and change, if you like to push the boundaries with new ideas, if you enjoy working as part of a team, then we would love to hear from you!
Only applicants with working rights in Australia will be considered for this opportunity.
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