You will be a key resource working within our Product Development and Production team. You will report directly to the Head of Product Development and Production and work closely with dedicated people within Design, Sustainability, Supply, Marketing and Sales. Success in this position requires an ability to coordinate and follow up on multiple tasks simultaneously and to follow deadlines in a timely manner.
You are without prestige and willing to work on all levels. We are looking for an organized and driven person who is willing to go the extra mile to make sure Sandqvist fullfils their objectives. You will enjoy working with a group of people but also have the ability to work independently. You will bring energy and passion to the team and a positive and optimistic attitude.
The ideal candidate will have around 3+ years working experience within product development and production.
Interviews will be held ongoing. Please send/attach your application in English or Swedish to:
career@sandqvist.com or apply on LinkedIn.
- Position: Product Coordinator
- Location: Product and Design Department
- Reports to: Head of Product Development & Production
You work cross-functionally with Head of Product and Production, Designer, Sustainability Manager and other roles within the company, alongside the Commercial Director and Brand Director, who act as brand guardians. Working as part of the team you will help develop, support and drive the Product Department to success delivering against the department strategies and KPI's.
Traveling will occur.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Working proactively to develop and source premium quality products from sketch in a sustainable manner whilst ensuring that products are in line with the product brief and range plan and that product margin goals are met.
- Act upon set delivery dates in collaboration with the team and maintain close cooperation with suppliers and supply team for samples and bulk production deliveries.
- Manage product data input and continuous updates in the Centra/ERP/PLM system including developing and maintaining new and existing product- and linesheets.
- Establish and maintain good relationships with new and existing factories and producers.
- Production follow up according to specifications and demands on quality and delivery.
- Request, check and follow up on status of proto/photo/SMS and pre-production samples, approve and initiate the next step according to workflow.
- Prepare sample comments and send to suppliers according to schedule/deadline.
- Assure the highest product quality and be responsible for quality controls and claims list, including making sure necessary actions are taken.
- Co-responsible for sourcing of new suppliers, fabrics and trims.
- Co-responsible for quality testing of garments, fabrics and trims and evaluate the result.
- Co-responsible for the “material base” in the office and the ongoing development and sourcing of fabrics and trims.
- Contribute to a proactive teamwork.
COMPETENCE
- 3+ years' experience working with product development & production.
- Structured and organized and have an eye for details.
- Capable of motivating and empowering others, whilst providing a clear direction.
- Excellent verbal and written English communication.
- Ability to develop strong relationships both internally and with our suppliers.
- Detail-oriented with strong follow-through & time management skills.
- The ability to take initiative and to prioritize work tasks.
- An action-oriented attitude with a proactive approach to problem solving and decision making.
- Highly proficient in MS Office applications, particularly Excel.
APPLICATION
Send your application to: career@sandqvist.com with subject line \“Application Production Coordinator\”