Production Manager

General Summary: This position manages the flow of product between vendors and factories and manages inventory levels

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise writing of buys and sourcing to various countries.
Oversees and monitors delivery of all orders placed in various countries.
Participates in production decisions concerning new products, determines product cost and resource needs.
Responsible for purchasing and managing inventory.
Monitor the flow of goods to ensure punctual delivery and cost effectiveness.
Monitor costs, calculate margins and monitor inventory levels.
Create production schedules.
Coordinate the flow of information to sales force and customer service.
Troubleshoot shipping and delivery issues and coordinate shipments with agents and warehouses.
Manage selling of closed out items.
Special projects as needed
Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes, small groups of Design Associate and Design Assistants

Specific Job Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. What special skills are required to perform this job (i.e. time management, organization skills, detail oriented, multi-tasking, computer proficiency, etc.)?

Good time management skills
Solves problems for self. Complex problems are referred to supervisor.
Under general direction, examines moderately complex information and/or situations and prepares summary, including recommendations for reviews by others.
Most decisions are made within company policy constraints, and some latitude exists. Decisions may impact others or the organization.
Work responsibilities occasionally concern confidential and/or sensitive information requiring the use of discretion.
Teamwork and cooperation are essential to the successful completion of own and others job duties.
Ability to understand and follow somewhat verbal and written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively with others both verbally and in writing.
Job duties tend to be recurring, but occasionally requires attention to and/or coordination’s of concurrent job duties

Education, Licenses, Certificates, Registrations and/or Experience:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Must have knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
3-5 years experience required.

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $75,000 - $80,000 Ranges are based on various factors such as relevant skillset, training, years of experience related to the current job description, education, and our organizational structure. In addition to the base salary, Steve Madden offers a competitive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, 401K, paid holidays, a generous paid time-off policy, and career opportunities within a dynamic team.