H3Quality Assurance Manager Product Technician, WW Sweaters /h3pRef #: W160682 /ppDepartment: Manufacturing Sourcing /ppCity: Bologna /ppLocation: Italy /ppbCompany Description /b /ppRalph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands. /ppAt Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration. /ppbPosition Overview /b /polliWork with product development identifying any issues after hand-off meetings e.g. long lead times, minimums issues that mills might not be able to achieve. /liliMonitor and track approvals throughout the production process. /liliWork proactively, anticipating any issues that may impact delivery and prices. /liliWork with the vendors proposing new material quality in case of delay or target price. /liliAttend fittings and monitor fit approval process. /liliGive all measurements to proto, fit samples, pre-production samples and graded measurements for stock. /liliUnderstand and analyze implications of fit changes. /liliEnsure that the planning is on time by constant verbal communications and going to the vendors. /liliIn charge of updating US share drive with most updated information. /liliProvide QA team with planning information in order to arrange final audits at vendors in a timely manner. /liliAssist in preparing for weekly meetings with the team. /li /olpbExperience, Skills Knowledge /b /polli4-6 years of experience in production related area. /liliGood knowledge of sweaters category. /liliKnowledge of production trade regulations, testing protocol, product integrity, production cycle timeline. /liliExcellent follow-up and organization skills. /liliDetail and accuracy oriented. /liliStrong analytical skills. /liliStrong ability to multi-task and meet deadlines. /liliStrong communication skills and flexibility with internal and external partners. /liliProblem solving and results-oriented personality. /li /ol #J-18808-Ljbffr