Production Assistant

Assist the Production Manager in producing the best skateboard, trucks, wheels, apparel, and accessories available. Ideal candidate is organized, communicative, self-starting and will have a complete understanding of production with a focus on soft-goods/clothing, headwear, accessories, and more. Job Description Understand and follow overlapping seasonal calendars, prebook schedules, and special order timelines Continuous communication with cross functioning teams to ensure on-time handoffs so production deadlines can be met Ability to provide clear communication to cross-functioning teams in order to ensure optimal flow of information for the “next steps” Understand product costing and customer pricing; how it relates to target cost/margin Confirm program placement and costing with cross-functional departments and vendors Update and maintain seasonal linelists Create and maintain inventory sku numbers/b.o.m.s for raw materials/trims and finished goods Create and maintain UPC numbers for all inventory skus Generate and analyze stock status and sales reports where necessary Issue and ensure the accuracy of purchase orders based on initial orders and re-buys (coordinate and send trims, if necessary) Accurately update multiple vendor WIP reports-communicate any changes to Production Manager Daily communication with domestic and offshore vendors regarding production status on open purchase orders to ensure accurate production and on-time delivery Track and manage additional procedures for custom orders Research, maintain, and enforce production and shipping procedures with vendors for stock, dropship, and custom orders Maintain accurate inventory of raw materials/trims Work with receiving team to maintain accurate finished goods inventory to proceed with re-buys when needed Trouble shoot inventory or receiving issues at product/production level Ability to take on special projects as needed Job Requirements 2+ years of previous production/product management experience Strong analytical and communication skills Prioritization and problem solving skills Proficient in PC applications including Word, Excel, Outlook Experience using Inventory Database systems General knowledge of product-based needs Email your contact info, resume/cover letter, and salary requirements. Basic benefits package includes healthcare, dental, 401K and PTO upon completion of introductory period