Import Coordinator

## Position overview
An established Montreal apparel importer, with more than 25 years supplying private-label clothing to major Canadian retailers, seeks an Import Coordinator for its production department. The role covers the full production cycle, from creating purchase orders through overseas factory completion, in close collaboration with suppliers, foreign production teams and internal merchandise staff.

## Responsibilities
- Coordinate apparel manufacturing activities with factories located overseas.
- Create, distribute and maintain accurate purchase orders and production documentation.
- Monitor manufacturing milestones and schedules to keep orders on track.
- Communicate frequently with overseas production partners about completion, delays and status.
- Manage the approval workflow for fabrics and trims.
- Coordinate lab dips, artwork, fitting samples, size sets, pre-production samples and top-of-production samples.
- Collaborate with merchandising, purchasing and management to resolve production issues.
- Maintain organized records and visibility over several concurrent production programs.

## Pay and conditions
- Public job-board salary indicator: $60,000.
- Compensation package based on experience.
- Comprehensive employee benefits.
- Position within a stable apparel import business and a collaborative professional team.

## Requirements
- At least three years in apparel production, merchandising, sourcing or import coordination.
- Thorough understanding of the garment manufacturing cycle.
- Direct dealings with factories in Asia, including China, Bangladesh, India and Cambodia.
- Strong organization, time management and prioritization.
- Close attention to documentation accuracy and details.
- Clear verbal and written communication.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
- Working English required; French is an asset.
- The advertisement asks for Canadian permanent resident status.