The DM Production/Planning role at Outfitters Stores Pvt. Ltd. is pivotal to the production and planning processes. This position focuses on developing and maintaining strategic production plans that align with the seasonal calendar while optimizing vendor capacity utilization. The focus is on maximizing efficiency, maintaining high quality, and ensuring timely execution of production timelines. This role requires exceptional collaboration with cross-functional teams such as design, merchandising, fabric sourcing, and quality assurance, enabling seamless operational workflows and the successful delivery of products that meet the company's standards. The DM Production/Planning position is ideal for detail-oriented individuals with strong analytical skills and a passion for continuous improvement within the production landscape.
Responsibilities
Strategically develop and maintain a comprehensive production plan in alignment with the seasonal calendar, ensuring optimized vendor capacity utilization.
Collaborate cross-functionally with design, merchandising, fabric sourcing, and QA teams to align production timelines, ensuring timely execution and delivery.
Lead coordination with suppliers/factories for order placement, capacity booking, and ongoing production follow-ups, applying strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
Monitor production milestones closely to identify potential delays or issues, taking proactive measures to resolve them using sound problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Track and analyze vendor performance (cost, lead time, quality, compliance), and support continuous improvement initiatives through data-driven strategic thinking.
Coordinate with the quality assurance team to ensure all products meet Outfitters quality and brand standards, reflecting a strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
Maintain accurate production documentation and utilize ERP systems and planning tools to track progress, applying strong organizational and analytical skills.
Support onboarding and development of new suppliers, contributing to strategic vendor expansion and long-term sourcing resilience.
Drive cost-saving initiatives and process optimizations while maintaining product integrity and delivery timelines, demonstrating adaptability in a fast-paced retail environment.
Actively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, fostering team synergy and demonstrating leadership in cross-functional project execution.
Pakistan, Lahore