POSITION SUMMARY: Collaborate with internal cross functional teams and external manufacturing facilities to execute production requirements timely and within company’s financial sales and inventory goals.

FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

• Planning and scheduling the company’s production purchase orders for assigned Brands to support Sales and Inventory expectations.  The company’s account demand covers a wide range of retail channels and order types:  replenishment, make-to-order, direct ship are a few examples. 
• Managing internal timeline requirements with overseas factories’ lead-times to ensure production is placed and delivered timely and cost effectively.
• Works directly with Forecast Team to discuss market and sales changes that impact production flow, anticipate changes required to minimize issues, and manage solutions.
• Works directly with Sourcing Team to understand manufacturing partners capabilities and advise requirement needs to the team to support those facilities.
• Works closely with Packaging Team to ensure factories have all necessary packaging instructions for production purchases that have been issued.  Helps to manage and resolve any issues to meet customer’s needs.
• Works closely with Distribution Center Team on incoming production timing, packaging/quality issues to resolve with cross functional teams.  Issues and manages work orders to repurpose excess/discontinued inventory.
• Manage overall supply system maintenance needs monthly for planning department.
• Issue and conduct various analysis and/or reporting for all cross functional teams within the company.
• Hybrid - requires some days in the office.

Education/Experience:

• BS degree
• 4-6 years related experience and knowledge of US Retail environment.
• 5+ years of experience managing production for Amazon is preferable.
• Experience and technical knowledge of supply chain software.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication skills
• Efficiency in spreadsheet-based programs
• Self-starter and motivated
• Computer knowledge – proficient

ABOUT US

With a rich heritage in sock manufacturing since the founding of Royce Hosiery Mills in 1949, our company has always been dedicated to one core value—product excellence. Headquartered in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, our team of skilled technical experts and designers work tirelessly to craft high-quality, stylish socks that meet the demands of today’s consumers. We are proud to collaborate with some of America's most iconic footwear and apparel brands, delivering products that stand out in both quality and design.

We offer:

• Company-Matched 401(k) Plan
• Generous PTO (Personal Time Off)
• Company-Paid Benefits
• Inclusive and Diverse Work Environment

To Apply:  https://app.trinethire.com/companies/42127-royce-too/jobs/104526-production-planner-2