We're looking for an energetic and experienced individual to join our team, based at our HQ in Parkgate, Ballyclare, Co. Antrim.

Bleubird is Ireland's No. 1 Outdoor Lifestyle Brand. Now in our 8th year of trading, we are in an exciting period of growth supplying over 250 retailers globally from our headquarters in Northern Ireland.

You will be an integral member of the Bleubird team. Your opinion, experience and insight matter.

You will be involved in the day-to-day production operations, working closely with the design team to ensure lead times are being met.

Most importantly, you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your role at the same pace as the growth of the company.

• Critical Path Management: Oversee and proactively manage the production of the critical path, working closely with the design team to ensure lead times are met and production timelines are adhered to.
• Issue Resolution: Troubleshoot and resolve any production issues, ensuring
  minimal delays.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with logistics, warehouse teams,
  and attend production meetings to communicate effectively with the team.
• Sales Communication: Notify the sales team of any production delays and take
  prompt action to resolve issues, ensuring minimal impact on sales operations.
• Factory Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with our factory partners, including conducting factory visits when necessary to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Product Registration & Documentation: Create and register all products across
  multiple systems, including generating product SKUs, barcodes, and other necessary information. Organise and manage production-related documents, such as purchase orders, invoices, and shipping details.
• Costing & Price Management: Assist with costings for the full product range and collaborate with the team to manage price changes as needed.
• Compliance & Sustainability: Partner with the design team to deliver proactive testing, compliance, and sustainability initiatives, ensuring all products meet regulatory standards.
• Supplier Management: Manage relationships with 3rd party providers for testing, audits, and inspections, ensuring compliance requirements are met.
  Fit Meetings: Assist in fit meetings by relaying clear feedback and ensuring factories receive the necessary information to implement any changes.
• Production Strategy Development: Collaborate with the design team to develop and implement effective production strategies for all collections.
• Fabric Sourcing Strategy: Establish and develop a fabric sourcing strategy, working with the product team to optimise fabric and trim libraries to improve efficiencies in the production process.
• Quality Control: Perform spot-checks during store and warehouse visits to maintain exceptional product standards.

• Minimum of 2 years in a similar role.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, commercial mindset, and logical approach.
• Ability to adapt to changes in production schedules and priorities.
• Excellent computer literacy and proficiency in Ms Excel.
• Strong eye for detail.

• Experience and understanding of garment construction.