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Elka Collective:
Elka Collective is a Melbourne-based label inspired by a desire to create beautifully constructed feminine clothes with a focus on luxurious natural fabrics and unique prints. We design wearable clothing that combines classic tailoring with a relaxed, easy-to-wear Australian aesthetic. There is a sense of timelessness and delicacy that exists within our collections, allowing pieces to become treasured elements in every wardrobe. The Elka Collective customer seeks quality, fashionable and relaxed garments to fit her lifestyle.

Elka Collective together under the Brand Collective company umbrella and it’s Australia’s leading house of brands boast a portfolio of iconic owned and licensed brands. We have more than 1,200 employees and manage all stages of the product life cycle. This includes managing product design, supply chain, warehousing and distribution as well as a network of wholesale, retail and eCommerce stores. Our product development and marketing teams are world class and have won awards for innovation and customer experience. As a brand that is seeing significant trajectory and has a boutique network that will double in size by 2023, an exciting role has been created to support the further growth of Elka Collective into the future.

The Opportunity:
The Elka Collective Production Coordinator will work closely with Retail, Sales and Design and is responsible for the on time delivery of the collection into stores. Working closely with the design and production team, this role supports the coordination and administration of the design process and assists production.

Please note this position is Part-Time 3 days per week.

Role Responsibilities:

RANGE DEVELOPMENT STAGE

• Manage Critical Path
• Send timeline to suppliers            
  
  

PROTO DEVELOPMENT 

• Negotiate FOB price        
• Tracking of SMS samples
  
  

PRODUCTION

• Raising PO’s to suppliers
• Negotiate FOB with factories following PO placement.     
• Adjusting/applying and surcharges based on order qty.   
• Communicating cancellation lists to Suppliers.     
• Tracking pre production samples
• Track orders throughout production process with suppliers to ensure deadlines are met 
• Manage delivery timeline for wholesale Majors (Iconic)
• Manage Bulk inspection reports
• Check off Invoices for pricing against initial PO / OTB and Packing List       
• Ensure all admin, invoices & reporting are kept up to date.            
• Onboarding process with new suppliers to ensure all compliant and meet required standards.      
• Tracking audit status, arranging new audits, and maintaining supplier bible sheet 
• Constantly review and implement new processes and structures to improve organization, communication and effectiveness.
• Sourcing and supporting design team to find new suppliers where needed. 
  
  

Skills Required:

• Previous experience in a similar role with a minimum of 3 years’ + experience with offshore production. - Ladies Apparel experience preferable
• Competence working with AP21
• Highly proficient in MS Office applications - particularly Excel
• Outstanding PC skills and clear verbal and written communication skills are essential
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships both internally and with suppliers
• Understanding of quality - and production processes and high-end garment construction
• Efficient, organized and have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• An ability to prioritise and multitask

The perks we offer you:

• Generous discounts for you and your family across Brand Collective's stable of brands! That’s 50% off Elka Collective, Reebok, Superdry, Review, Black Pepper, Hush Puppies, Clarks and many more
• Invitations to exclusive sample sales
• Pet friendly workspace - yes, you can bring your dog to work!
• Paid parental leave, volunteer leave, purchased leave program (ability to purchase an additional two weeks of leave per year, based on eligibility)
• Novated Leasing
• Reward and recognition program as well as generous service awards
• Recruitment referral incentives for permanent positions
• Employee Assistance Program with free access to Mental Health Professionals for when times are tough

At Brand Collective our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we! We value diversity and inclusion in all forms, thus hire based on capability and performance. If you feel like your skills align with the role and company culture, apply with your current CV and Cover Letter. For bonus points, tell us why this role excites you in an optional video cover letter.

About Brand Collective:
Brand Collective is one of Australia's most prominent apparel, footwear & sport groups, operating our omnichannel offer across 300+ stores with over 3,000 team members, a comprehensive online business and an extensive wholesale network. Our portfolio ranges from iconic heritage to timeless contemporary, from street culture to considered craftsmanship, and from private label to international luxury fashion brands. We bring brands to life! 

Brand Collective is officially recognised as a Great Place to Work!

Please note: at this time, Brand Collective are not seeking recruitment agency support for this role, and will not be liable for any unsolicited candidate profiles or associated fees. We encourage applicants to apply directly to this posting if they would like to be considered for this opportunity. The advertising of this role may close earlier than the listed date, and encourage applicants to apply early.