Production Planner - Ready to Wear | Milan

ppElite Associates is partnering with an international premium fashion brand, recognised for its distinctive product identity, strong focus on quality and international outlook /p pWe are looking for a bProduction Planner /b. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liPlan and monitor production activities, ensuring adherence to the seasonal production calendar and Sales requirements. /li liTranslate commercial forecasts, Bills of Materials (BOM) and consumption data into seasonal production plans and order quantities, ensuring the appropriate balance between demand, material availability and production capacity. /li liDefine and update the production plan in collaboration with Procurement, Product Development, suppliers and manufacturing partners, continuously monitoring any deviations from planned timelines. /li liIdentify production delays or critical issues in a timely manner, implementing the necessary re-planning activities and corrective actions. /li liLiaise daily with suppliers, factories and manufacturing partners, monitoring production progress and ensuring continuous alignment with internal teams. /li liManage production orders with manufacturing partners, verifying costs, lead times, contractual documentation and the accuracy of all supporting documentation. /li liWork closely with internal teams (Product Development, Procurement, Quality and Logistics) to ensure the proper management of information flows and production-related documentation. /li liCalculate order quantities based on Bills of Materials (BOM), unit consumption, size grading and production loss allowances, validating purchase orders in collaboration with Procurement. /li liMonitor deliveries, coordinate inbound shipments and evaluate supplier performance, preparing reports and KPI analyses to support production planning activities. /li liSupport the continuous development of planning processes and tools, contributing to the implementation and improvement of the company's ERP and planning systems. /li /ul h3Requirements /h3 ul liAt least 6 years' experience in Production Planning or Supply Chain roles within the fashion industry. /li liStrong knowledge of production planning, Supply Chain processes and production progress monitoring across external manufacturing partners. /li liGood understanding of fashion raw materials, consumption logic, Bills of Materials (BOM) and the main production planning processes. /li liExperience managing relationships with suppliers, factories and international manufacturing partners. /li liAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and experience using ERP systems; familiarity with production planning tools would be considered an advantage. /li liFluent English, essential for managing daily communication with international suppliers and cross-functional teams. /li liAvailability to travel to suppliers and manufacturing sites. /li liFamiliarity with Artificial Intelligence tools applied to data analysis, production planning and data management would be considered an advantage. /li /ul h3Personal Attributes /h3 ul liStrong planning and prioritisation skills, with the ability to operate effectively in complex and dynamic environments. /li liStructured mindset with a continuous improvement approach. /li liStrong analytical skills, with the ability to make timely and effective decisions. /li liExcellent coordination, interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with both internal and external stakeholders. /li /ul h3What's on Offer /h3 ul liOpportunity to join an international fashion brand in an evolving and dynamic environment. /li liDynamic and collaborative working environment. /li liCompetitive salary package: €35,000 - 45,000 gross per annum. /li /ul pDue to the high volume of applications, only candidates whose experience closely matches the requirements will be contacted. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr