The Production Specialist is mainly responsible for managing the data flow related to and correspondence between Peter Millar and its vendors and interdepartmental communication in a fast paced, high growth environment.

This is an on-site hybrid role that requires you to be in office three days a week. All candidates must be willing to relocate to the Raleigh/Durham area in North Carolina.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Enter bulk purchase orders in Blue Cherry and e-mail POs and UPCs to appropriate vendor.  Ensure prices entered and x-factory dates entered align with responses to Order Inquiries without exception.

• As required, split purchase order quantities between ship modes.

• Update and review all data in Blue Cherry as it becomes available, especially vendor delivery dates and shipment status from vendor WIPs and EDI feeds.

• Enter shipment details into Blue Cherry or review EDI feed into Blue Cherry to compare vendor packing list details to agreed-upon PO.  Communicate discrepancies with Production Manager and vendors.

• Assist Production Manager with the preparation of Order Inquiries.  

• Together with the Production Manager, follow up with vendors regarding PO tracking.   This includes identifying potential delivery risks; monitoring production status; and tracking shipment status.  Update Production Manager and senior management as appropriate.   

• Understand, maintain, update, and seek continuous improvement in the Production Calendar for assigned product categories and styles and communicate this information to various internal teams.

• Provide feedback to the design team on product needs and vendor relations.  Take on other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

COMPETENCIES: 

• Detail oriented; strong organizational and time management skills

• Strong computer (especially Microsoft Excel, report building and maintenance), analytical, and communication skills

• Ability to adapt to highly entrepreneurial environment and respond to changes quickly

• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills with focus on driving positive results

• Self-motivated

• Able to maintain and build effective relationships with cross-functional team

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA or BS, or equivalent, in business or related field

• 1-3 years merchandise production experience in wholesale/retail environment