The Production Associate (Temp), in partnership with the cross functional teams (Merchandising, Design, Technical Design, etc.) manage the product development and production process for a given product classification. The Production Associate proactively seeks opportunities to elevate the product, achieve the financial goals of the category, and enhance operational efficiency. This is a temporary role is covering a maternity leave.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, source and place programs on a seasonal basis, emphasizing quality and maintaining mark-on plans.

• Actively facilitate communication between vendors and cross functional teams such as Merchandising, Design, and Technical Design.

• Build and support integral vendor and cross-functional relationships.

• Regularly meet with Merchants throughout the line building process – maintain awareness of overall assortment and key items.

• Closely monitor production schedules, purchase orders and delivery schedules.

• Attend and participate in fit sessions as needed.

• Evaluate vendor costing and maintain all costing references for best possible pricing.

• Partnering with internal business partners to ensure adherence to production's time and action calendar deadlines

• Communicate and enforce Nautica’s production, quality, and delivery requirements with all suppliers.

• Partner with Product Operations team to track and ensure the timeliness of all deliveries.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree

• 3-4 years of experience in Production/Product Development

• Ability to work in fast-paced environment with shifting priorities; ability to multitask

• Strong cost negotiating skills combined with a detailed knowledge and understanding of garment cost breakdown

• Clear and thorough understanding of the product development and approval process

• Strong communication, negotiation skills and a team player

• Proficiency in Excel

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 carry equipment, move boxes/samples, etc.

The salary range for this position is $30.00 to $40.00 hourly. Pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to position offered and work experience.

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.