The Asprey Group is looking for an organised and proactive Product Development & Production Coordinator to support our Leather Category in the process of developing new products; overseeing production from start to finish. The role will be the key contact for external suppliers and internal key category stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
* Managing daily and weekly tasks in line with projects being developed or in production. Supporting the team with updates and keeping on top of suppliers.
* Working closely with the design team, provide assistance in the development of new product ideas. Support the creation of product specs and keeping up to date on new sku creation.
* Managing production and ensuring products are delivered on time. Quality issues are dealt with in a timely manner, slippage is communicated to all relevant parties.
* Liaising with suppliers and collating information such as stock availability, prices and delivery timelines, creating BoM and production orders; owning and updating planning and inventory tracking documents.
* Visit factories and QC product when nearing completion.
* Working closely with our in-house workshop and being a key contact for communication on bespoke and made to order items, ensuring the wider team are notified of any issues in a timely manner.
Skills:
* Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
* High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
* Ability to prioritise, work well under pressure, and to tight deadlines.
* The ability work independently and multitask.
* Dedicated and responsible approach to job role.
* The ability to work well with multiple stakeholders and departments.
* A "can-do" attitude, willing to roll up your sleeves and make a vital contribution to a busy, dynamic and fast paced team and working environment.
Knowledge & Experience:
* Confident Microsoft Excel user including knowledge and use of relevant formulas.
* Experience with SAP B1 would be an advantage, but training will be provided.
* An understanding of the principles of merchandising and analysis.
* Language skills (Italian) would be an advantage.
* Experience in a similar role (3+ years) preferred.