Career Opportunity
Senior Production Operations Associate, RL Home
Ref #:
W165464
Department:
Manufacturing & Sourcing
City:
New York
State/Province:
New York
Location:
United States
Workspace Description
You are anticipated to physically work from your documented work location a minimum of 4 days a week. You will have a fixed seat assigned to you in your documented work location. Additional details provided in our Flex Working Policy.
Pay Range: The pay range for this job is $63500 - $80000 annually; actual pay is dependent on experience and geographic location.
Benefits: Base pay is only one part of our employee value proposition, which includes a robust benefits package, above-market time off, hybrid working arrangements, incentive compensation, where applicable, and varied learning opportunities.
Pay Range Max
80000
Pay Range Min
63500
Company Description
Ralph 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.
At 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.
At 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.
Position Overview
The Senior Associate, Production Operations for the Home Division reports to the Senior Production Operations Manager and oversees end-to-end production planning and supplier management across multiple brand portfolios within the textiles category. This role is responsible for managing daily production operations with global manufacturing partners, ensuring delivery of high-quality products while maintaining operational efficiency. Working closely with the Product Management Team, Regional Planners, Global Suppliers, Quality Team, and Supply Chain partners, this position drives seamless execution of production requirements. Additionally, it fosters cross-functional collaboration to streamline processes while ensuring compliance with organizational standards.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Ensure accurate and timely creation, validation, and maintenance of all (stock/sample/transfer) purchase orders (POs) and their release to offices, agents, and vendors.
- Track and resolve production delays and quality issues while ensuring compliance with quality standards and delivery commitments. Coordinate with logistics/transportation teams to maintain efficient product movement through weekly delivery tracking reports, invoice reconciliation in GTN/Ariba, pre-classification process with ITC team, and standard cost setting with accounting team.
- Ensure accuracy and maintain data integrity across all systems platforms through timely updates.
- Lead end-to-end monthly textile replenishment business from Time & Action planning through OTB to delivery.
- Manage textile off-price replenishment business by processing quarterly buys and partnering with logistics to mitigate delivery delays.
- Proactively troubleshoot any issues that could have a negative impact on product quality, cost, and delivery.
- Build and maintain strategic partnerships with vendors through regular communication, performance reviews, and collaborative problem-solving to ensure operational excellence and mutual growth objectives.
Experience, Skills & Knowledge
Demonstrated track record in production operations with proven expertise in data analysis and process optimization. The ideal candidate possesses strong collaborative abilities while being capable of working independently in a dynamic business environment. Must demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and experience in developing and managing structured processes.
Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly advanced Excel skills, is essential, along with experience working with various business systems and analytical tools. Strong interpersonal and communication abilities are crucial, complemented by effective problem-solving skills.
Core Competencies:
- Technical knowledge of production planning, manufacturing processes, supply chain, and logistics
- Advanced analytical, process management and prioritization capabilities
- Adaptability to changing business priorities
- Structured approach to problem-solving
- Strong technical and systems proficiency (SAP, GFE+, GTN, Ariba, o9)
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Ralph Lauren will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance laws.
