Manager

ACG_3569_JOB Our client is looking for seasoned professionals to become part of their team: Responsible for managing post-confirmation sample review process, providing corrective action and communicating with the factories to ensure on-time production that meets the quality standards of the brand. Working with the factories to improve factory production efficiency and ensure correct production standards. An excellent knowledge of manufacturing processes and techniques is required to ensure corrective measures are translatable into production and good quality footwear. Responsible for managing Extreme Size, Cutting Die Trial and Pre-Production sample approval on time. Ensure high 1st pass rate for PPT. Participate in tear down meetings to provide technical expertise to the development team Ensure consistent fitting and appearance in production with confirmation sample Follow up on SOP accuracy with your team, aligned format Lead, mentor and manage your team. Organize pre-production meeting (PPT), handover the style and SOP to QA and factory Communicate weekly ppt schedule, 1st pass rate and production delays to Planning Team Monitor production start/perform walk the lines on a regular basis to follow up on the accuracy of processes and quality Identify and implement innovative manufacturing technologies, continuously improving production processes to enhance efficiency and sustainability Analyze production data to identify opportunities for cost reduction and quality improvement Build strong relationships with factories, collaborate and provide technical expertise to resolve production challenges, ensure compliance with quality and brand standards. Drive a culture of innovation, accountability and continuous improvement Support QA/QC team on improving GMP results and follow up on CAPs when production issues or claims Support on sourcing new factories Perform other duties assigned by management. Requirements Education & Experience: (The required degrees, certifications or licenses & the number of years and type of experience required for this position.) · Minimum 15 years in footwear manufacturing and development related role · A bachelor's degree or diploma in Engineering, Manufacturing or similar related field Skills: (The specific skills an individual must possess in order to meet the expectations of the position.) · Good written and oral English skills · Good MS Office skills (Excel and Word) · Good communication, presentation and team management skills · Have development and engineering knowledge & expertise · Ability to coach, lead and develop the team · Strong numerical, analytical, problem solving and negotiation skills. · Detailed knowledge of supply chain planning & lead-time processing as well as cost structures and opportunities to reduce costs.