Production Assistant

Agent Provocateur is an iconic British lingerie, nightwear and accessories brand founded in 1994 with retail stores across North America, Europe and the UK. We empower strong, sensual and independently minded individuals who are looking to reward themselves with products that reinforce their innate sense of confidence.We are currently recruiting for a Production Assistant to join our Production team in our Market Road, London, Head Office on a permanent, full-time basis.The Production Assistant will be responsible for supporting the Production Manager in managing the production lifecycle from order placement to delivery into the warehouse, ensuring on time delivery of all ranges and products.As a Production Assistant you will set a seasonal planner to anticipate and prevent day-to-day issues working closely with the Technical and Logistic team, and ensuring the final product reflects the brand essence of Agent Provocateur.Critical Path AdministrationWork closely with the production team on all production issues providing proactive solutionsParticipate in weekly cross-functional meetingsOn time approval of packing lists and invoices, always ensuring accuracy. Liaise with the Logistics team to ensure that stock is collected to achieve on time delivery into all warehouses.Communicate with warehouse on discrepancies/faulty stockMonitor label production in accordance with Critical PathPurchase Order AdministrationCheck data on style item cards is accurate and complete. Updating any outstanding information prior to shipmentSupport with raising new Purchase Orders on Business Central with correct cost, quantity and delivery information. Ensuring delivery dates are confirmed in a timely mannerWork closely with Production Manager and Finance to ensure on time payment of deposits & bulk shipmentsSupport with publishing weekly delivery schedule and launch calendar to Production ManagerIssue price changes and amendments to POs when agreed and in a timely mannerGeneral AdminSupport the general admin of the teamSupport the organisation of meetingsAs a Production Assistant, you will:Have previous experience in working within the Luxury Retail FieldHave a methodical, accurate, logical and concise approach to work with strong attention to detailBe highly computer literate with competent knowledge of ExcelBe able to work at all levels of the organisation and develop relationships throughout the business to foster effective communicationsBe proactive, confident and have strong organisational skillsPossess strong written and verbal communications skills and be an effective influencer and negotiatorThe successful candidate will enjoy access to engage with a variety of discretional benefits such as:21 days annual leave entitlement + plus Bank holidays each yearGenerous staff discount across a variety of brandsAuto-enrolment into company pension schemeCycle to work schemeSeasonal ticket loanCharity time-bank schemeAbility to purchase additional annual leaveAccess to Four Group Gains- online access to a variety of discounts across various retailers