Company Overview
Fanatics is the global leader in licensed sports merchandise and changing the way fans purchase their favorite team apparel and jerseys. Through an innovative, tech-infused approach to making and selling fan gear in today's on-demand culture, Fanatics operates more than 300 online and offline stores, including the e-commerce business for all major professional sports leagues (NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, NASCAR, MLS, PGA), and more than 200 collegiate and professional team properties, which include several of the biggest global soccer clubs (Manchester United, Real Madrid, Chelsea). Fanatics offers the largest collection of timeless and timely merchandise whether shopping online, on your phone, in stores, in stadiums or on-site at the world's biggest sporting events. At Fanatics, we’re a diverse, passionate group of employees aiming to ignite pride and passion in the fans we outfit, celebrate and support. We recognize that diversity helps drive and foster innovation, and through our IDEA program (inclusion, diversity, equality and advocacy) at Fanatics we provide employees with tools and resources to feel connected and engaged in who they are and what they do to support the ultimate fan experience.
About the Team
We are a passionate group of product developers, designers, artists, merchants and planners where art truly meets science. Fanatics Brands is proud to be the largest purveyor of long-term rights and partnerships for all major sports leagues and hundreds of colleges. We are first to market with premium apparel, headwear and hard goods along with official fan jerseys for the NHL, NBA and NFL. When the Super Bowl, Stanley Cup and World Series ends, we are the team running product to the players and delivering to fans around the globe. Our commitment to sports doesn’t stop there - we’ve made strategic alliances with Blizzard Entertainment, Disney, Marvel, Lucas Film and Pixar to bring fans an unprecedented assortment. At its core, Fanatics Brands is all about speed and agility. We are built to always respond to the ever-changing sports world.
The Production Analyst is responsible for all aspects of the production process from material and capacity planning to factory on-time performance. The primary responsibilities of the Production Analyst are planning, executing and tracking the seasonal buys. They work closely with Fanatics US sourcing operations team to audit the seasonal buy, issue and manage purchase orders, and confirm delivery dates and costs. Throughout the season they will track production to ensure on time delivery and meeting customer order dates. As the primary contact for between US Sourcing Operations and the factories, this position requires extensive and accurate communication, reporting and partnership with factories, mills, trim suppliers, Fanatics US team and Fanatics Bangkok Product Development team.
This position will be accountable for specific factories or countries overseeing all aspects of production ensuring clear and efficient resolution on any issues affecting production: capacity, lead time, purchase data / costing, value-added-services (VAS), UPC’s, delays & changes.
Responsibilities
Material and Capacity Planning & Management
Long Lead Time style / material planning and negotiation with vendors, working with Bangkok Product Development and US Sourcing team on required timing
Capacity planning – negotiating with vendors based on open capacity, forecasts and demand timing
Build time and action calendar for forecasts, material commitments, purchasing
Manage yarn, greige, color commitments and excess material liabilities
Execution of seasonal buys – PO Placement
Ensure PO management system is accurate and manage updates with factory / US Sourcing Operations
Audit PO data: Troubleshoot buy discrepancies related to VAS, forecast, cost and timing with vendors and US Sourcing Operations
Communication on VAS requirements to factories.
Execution of seasonal buys - PO Confirmation
Negotiate PO confirmation dates with vendors for required exit-factory timing
Verify PO cost including tiered up-charges related to volumes and submit for final approval from US Sourcing Ops team
Track and report on material liabilities related to committed quantities vs actual orders
Work closely with US Sourcing Ops to prioritize rush deliveries
Negotiate and track sales sample PO production and delivery
PO system management (NGC) / Vendor Portal Administration
Review vendor Shipment ID’s for accuracy and ensure shipment ID closure
Manage new user training, set-up and user deactivation (NGC/Vendor portal)
Collaborate with Tampa Sourcing Operations and Fanatics IT for upgrades, improvements, issues
Administer shipment delay reason codes to track vendor on-time-shipping performance
Ensure vendors understanding and compliance of packaging and supplier manual with reporting of discrepancies to Customer Compliance team
Reporting
Work In Progress (WIP) tracking: Manage weekly WIP reports to proactively identify and validate any potential delivery/service issues. Escalate any delays to US Sourcing Ops.
Seasonal, annual reporting: Partner with US office and vendors to build and communicate style, seasonal forecast, production plan / calendar
Prepare weekly, monthly or as needed reports reflecting the status of the business and internal / external performance metrics (order quantities, on time shipping metrics, etc.)
Requirements
Years of apparel industry related professional experience: 3-4+
Bachelor's degree in apparel / material / product development or equivalent degree
Good understanding of the entire supply chain process from design concept to receipt
Experience working with logistics providers on shipment bookings preferred
Detail oriented, and has good analytical, communication, customer services, and project management skills
Strong communication skills (fluent in English reading / writing / speaking)
Excellent PC skills (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook). Strong Excel skills is a must. Knowledge of MicroStrategy or other querying tools preferred.
Basic textile and construction knowledge
Ability to work across teams and departments - must be comfortable in working in a team environment
Ability to work in a fast paced, rapidly changing, and flexible environment
Ability to travel to factories in throughout Asia
Strong command of written and spoken English and Thai is required
Tryouts are open at Fanatics! Our team is passionate, talented, unified, and charged with creating the fan experience of tomorrow. The ball is in your court now.
Ensure your Fanatics job offer is legitimate and don’t fall victim to fraud. Fanatics never seeks payment from job applicants. Fanatics recruiters will only reach out to applicants from an @fanatics.com or @fanatics.co.uk email address. For added security, where possible, apply through our company website atwww.fanaticsinc.com/careers
Fanatics is committed to responsible planning and purchasing (RPP) practices, working with its business partners across its global and multi-layered supply chain, to ensure that planning, sourcing, and purchasing decisions, along with other supporting processes, do not impede or conflict with the fulfillment of Fanatics’ fair labor practices.
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