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 gross per annum.
/li /ul pDue to the high volume of applications, only candidates whose experience closely matches the requirements will be contacted.
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📌 Production Planner - Ready To Wear | Milan (Milano)
🏢 Elite Associates
📍 Milano