Job description
đ Join Our Team as a Production Planner at United Legwear & Apparel Europe!
At United Legwear & Apparel Co. (ULAC), we donât just design and distribute top-quality apparelâwe build lasting relationships, inspire excellence, and contribute to a global legacy of renowned brands.
As a Production Planner for our Scotch & Soda brand, you will play a key role in driving our production processes to new levels of efficiency and excellence. Youâll be at the heart of our operations, providing crucial insights and analyses that enhance profitability, transparency, and decision-making. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with multiple departments, build meaningful partnerships, and make a tangible impact within our dynamic, fast-growing brand. As a valued member of the Scotch & Soda controlling community, you will help shape the future of our production performance.
About Us:
Founded in 1998, United Legwear & Apparel Co. (ULAC) is a global designer, manufacturer, and distributor of apparel, legwear, bodywear, bags, backpacks, headwear, and accessories. As a joint venture partner of PUMA North America and licensee of various renowned brands such as Hurley, Skechers, Ted Baker, Scotch & Soda, and more, ULAC operates globally with headquarters in New York City and offices in various locations, including the Netherlands (Amsterdam & Hoofddorp).
Our mission is to treat our stakeholders with respect, integrity, and fairness while delivering high-quality products. Our core valuesâUnity, Loyalty, Advancement, and Charityâguide our operations.
Learn more at www.unitedlegwear.com.
What Youâll Do:
- Production Scheduling: Create production schedules that optimize resources and ensure on-time delivery.
- Develop a detailed production calendar at the style/color level during the proto development phase.
- Capacity Planning: Manage production capacities, both in-house and with suppliers, to meet demand.
- Prebook fabrics and/or finished goods based on the buy plan following delivery negotiations.
- Transportation and Distribution: Oversee the logistics of transporting goods from suppliers to distribution centers, and monitor shipping costs (sea, air, and land).
- Proactively address production delays, quality issues, and other operational problems.
- Collaborate with finance, product, merchandising, and supply chain teams to define precise production plans.
- Supplier Communication: Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring clear and open communication.
- Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with suppliers to enhance production processes, efficiency, and KPIs.
Job requirements
What youâll bring:
- At least 3-5 yearsâ relevant experience in production planning, controlling or capacity planning
- Strong analytical skills with a focus on production planning and scheduling.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across departments.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive problem-solving skills and a detail-oriented approach.
- Experience in working with cross-functional teams, including finance, product development, and supply chain.
- A growth mindset and willingness to learn and adapt.
- Takes ownership of projects and decisions, demonstrating accountability, initiative, and a proactive approach to achieving goals and driving results.
- Effectively prioritizes tasks and manages time and energy to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrates a commitment to personal development through regular self-reflection and a willingness to learn from experiences.
- Proficiency in Excel and relevant functions for data analysis
- Work Authorization: Must hold valid work authorization for the Netherlands, without the need for employer sponsorship.
- This role is mainly in-office with occasional work-from-home days
What you'll get from us:
đ˘ Join a passionate team working at our creative studio in Amsterdam
đ Dress to impress with 28% employee discounts on our webshop and VIP access to sample sales for friends & family, showcasing our latest collections at discounted rates
đ˝ď¸ Enjoy our scrumptious freshly prepared lunch meals for just 3.90, along with all-day coffee, drinks, and snacks to keep you energized and refreshed
đď¸ Discounted access to ClassPass, empowering you to explore a variety of fitness and wellness classes for a balanced lifestyle!
đ§ Unlimited usage of Open-up, our Health & Wellbeing provider, offering 1-1 sessions with certified psychologists and lifestyle coaches, as well as access to informative masterclasses.
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