Associate Manager Production Planning (Apparel Production Planner Specialist)- On-site position

ABOUT UA/TOP CHOICE APPARELFor over 40 years, UA/Top Choice Apparel (TCA) has been synonymous with fashion-forward specialty apparel for the medical and culinary professions. We are proud to support our valued customers - true heroes giving back with every shift. Our culture includes a long history of philanthropy and community support. Our strong values and unique culture are built on collaborating not merely as coworkers, but as family and friends. From the beginning, we provide candidates with an authentic look into how Top Choice Apparel embraces their skills and perspectives, all in ways that continue to set us apart. ABOUT THE ROLEMaintain accuracy and revision history of all production records including weekly fabric wip reports, content production samples status reports, monthly consolidated and production matrix updates before publishing to stakeholders. Responible for vetting the integrity of UA cut orders vs assortments vs projections for each program before release to factory. Responsible for maintaining updated costs on master price file for sourced factories and directing the costing needs with TCA costing team based on calendar and shipping needs. Responsible for accuracy of PLM vs assortment including trims by style to coordinate purchasing of trims in a more efficient manner. Responsible for biweekly wip meeting topics related to Seasonal T&A and tracking of milestones due prior to or at next meeting. Supports production approval processes with fabric team to manage physical records (materials) by po/season/collection WHAT YOU’LL DOWeekly review of Fabric WIP reports from each mill. Accuracy of data vs prior week, changes and status updates, color updates using color bulk chart and adding to the production SharePoint site in preparation for weekly meeting.Monthly review of the consolidated file from TCA and production matrix files from sourced factories for updates and identification of revisions to production start dates from prior month, ensure the cut order due dates, PPS (new styles) and TOP due dates are calculated properly. Add to production SharePoint site for leadershipReview assortments vs projections vs cut orders for sourced factories prior to release to the factory. Review same for TCA to alert UA planning team of corrections needed.Receive and prep bulk color submits (1yd full width) match lot numbers on submit cards, prep them for review in the QC lab and maintain organization of bulk submits as required for each PO.Track and maintain status update on trim samples and the content production samples as requested for each delivery date needed by creative. Communicate directly with the factories for requests, status and alert directors on requests that will require sample room production vs pull from production lineCreate and maintain trim components by style for all core collections, adding new styles each season.  Present seasonally the trim component data connected to seasonal T&A to director for planning purchasing collaboration with TCA.Update Master price file with all costs approved from sourced factories and ensure file matches assortment sheet for TCA allocated product. Communicating with TCA costs as needed based on costs missing prior to shipment.Create, maintain and present during bi-weekly meetings updates for seasonal new styles. Status, milestone completed and connecting this to production plan as we approach the season the new style is requestedInitiate all approved fabrics into PLM, ensure all fabric specs match FSS. Maintain fabric quality tab of the fabric matrix for purchasing. WHAT YOU’LL BRINGBilingual (English & Spanish) is required for this position. Must demonstrate the ability to read, speak, and write in English.Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Business, Planning or 4 years equivalent experience.Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in Familiar with Excel and data (reporting in general).Experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, OutlookExperience in PLM.Experience in SCALE INV MGMT system.Understanding on how to use SharePoint.Good Communication skills and collaboration skills.Attention to detail (PM mentality).Review products and quality control with raw materials.Experience in textile plants environments.Be strategic.  WHERE YOU’LL WORK OFFICE-BASED – On-Site CollaborationThis is an office-based role located in Tamboril, Dominican Republic.  PLENTY OF BENEFITS TOO\TOP CHOICE offers a full range of benefits that address both your health and financial needs:Statutory benefitsReferral program – get paid to work with friendsRegular recognition, social activities, and events – mandatory fun TOP CHOICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERAs an employee of any TOP CHOICE division, you will be part of an established and dynamic organization. We believe that success starts from within, and we are seeking individuals who thrive in an environment that encourages and supports self-management. To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at TOP CHOICE will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TOP CHOICE does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. TOP CHOICE will make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.