Production Merchandise Leader (Kids)

Role Overview

The Kids Production Leader is responsible for managing the end-to-end product development and production process for children's apparel and accessories. This role acts as the key coordinator between Design, Suppliers, Factories, Quality, and Internal Teams to ensure products are developed accurately, produced on time, and meet Routine's quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Development

• Work closely with Design team to develop new collections and products.

• Source and evaluate fabrics, trims, prints, packaging, and other materials.

• Coordinate sample development from proto sample to pre-production sample.

• Track development timelines and ensure milestone completion.

Supplier & Factory Management

• Communicate daily with suppliers and factories regarding product development and production status.

• Request quotations and negotiate costs with vendors.

• Monitor supplier performance on quality, lead time, and responsiveness.

• Support onboarding and evaluation of new suppliers and factories.

Production Follow-up

• Manage purchase orders and production schedules.

• Track production progress to ensure on-time delivery.

• Identify and resolve production issues proactively.

• Coordinate with factories on material readiness, capacity planning, and shipment schedules.

• Escalate risks and delays with proposed solutions.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure products meet Routine's quality standards and safety requirements for children's products.

• Coordinate product testing and quality inspections.

• Follow up on corrective actions for quality issues.

• Ensure compliance with labeling, packaging, and regulatory requirements.

Cross-functional Coordination

• Partner with Design, MD, Logistics, and Operations teams throughout the product lifecycle.

• Maintain accurate product information and development records.

• Support launch readiness by ensuring all production deliverables are completed on schedule.

Experience

• At least 6 - 8 years experience in merchandising, product development, sourcing, or production.

• Experience in kidswear, baby products, fashion, textile, or consumer goods is preferred.

• Strong understanding of garment construction, fabrics, trims, and manufacturing processes.

• Experience working directly with factories and suppliers.

Skills

• Strong project management and follow-up skills.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple styles and timelines simultaneously.

• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

• Proficient in Excel / Google Sheets.

• English communication with suppliers is preferred.

WHAT WE OFFER?

- Working time: Monday - Friday

- Range salary: 20 - 27 mil (gross)

- Probation duration: apply 100% fix salary. Pass probation, employee will join in social insurance, health insurance, un employment insurance, personal insurance

- A dynamic, youthful, and friendly working environment that fosters personal growth.

- Opportunities for career development.

- 13th-month salary.