Job Description
New Era Cap, LLC. is an international lifestyle brand headquartered in Buffalo, NY with an authentic sports heritage that dates back over 100 years. Best known for being the official on-field cap for MLB, official sideline cap for NFL, and official on-court cap for NBA, New Era Cap is the brand of choice not only for its headwear collection, but also for its accessories and apparel lines for men, women and youth. The brand is worn as a symbol of self-expression by athletes, artists and some of the most interesting people around the globe. New Era Cap encourages people to truly express their personal style and individuality through its products.
Since 1920, this family-owned business has hired employees who are masters of their craft. We are innovators, architects of culture, experts, and forward thinkers. We demand excellence because we pride ourselves on the quality of our products and the authenticity of our brand.
Interested in working with us? Check out this exciting opportunity at New Era Cap’s Headquarters (HQ) building located in downtown Buffalo, NY. This role is 100% on-site, encouraging employees to collaborate and connect in person five days a week. HQ offers an inviting atmosphere, complete with an on-site café, fitness center, and Flagship store.
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The Coordinator, Raw Materials is responsible for executing and supporting artwork replication and data management needs, guided by direction from the management team. The primary focus will be the efficient and accurate implementation of artwork and data while promoting best practices in change management and product development processes. This includes managing schedules, coordinating workflows, and collaborating with different teams to ensure designs align with league requirements and customs expectations. Success in this role requires agility, responsiveness, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, data-driven environment. Although this role does not have creative responsibilities, experience with Adobe Suite products is a plus.
The Product & Graphic Operations team is responsible for building all graphic assets, product tech packs, and artwork approval files for the bulk of headwear and apparel initiatives, as well as executing all product reporting, calendar builds, and BOM deliverables for all go-to-market needs. This team has an expert understanding of license logo guidelines and translates that knowledge into graphic executions for production in alignment with our Product Lifecycle Management systems.
Responsibilities
- Replicate Raw Material artwork across all leagues/teams within New Era PLM system
- Serve as the primary owner of Raw Material (RM) data integrity within PLM by maintaining accurate, standardized, and searchable raw material records
- Establish and maintain standardized naming conventions for raw materials and colorways to improve data consistency, reduce duplicate records, and enhance cross-functional usability
- Audit, consolidate, and clean existing Raw Material libraries, ensuring accurate product data and eliminating redundant or obsolete records
- Create, maintain, and manage Raw Material colorway records, including development of accurate color descriptions that support Design, Product Operations, Graphic Operations, and Production
- Partner with Design during product development and prototype reviews to ensure Raw Materials are built correctly, align with manufacturing requirements, and support efficient execution
- Support Graphic Operations by preparing Raw Material colorways and product data, enabling graphic teams to focus on artwork creation and execution
- Review and validate color accuracy, vendor swatches, and material specifications while collaborating with internal teams and suppliers to resolve discrepancies
- Troubleshoot Raw Material, colorway, and specification issues resulting from team designation changes, artwork requirements, or production constraints
- Partner with Product Operations and Production to ensure Raw Materials are production-ready by validating vendor codes, supplier information, and required system data prior to production handoff
- Monitor and resolve Raw Material data issues throughout the product lifecycle, minimizing specification errors and production delays
- Identify and implement continuous process improvements that enhance Raw Material management, PLM data accuracy, and cross-functional workflow efficiencies
- Act as the cross-functional liaison between Design, Product Operations, Graphic Operations, Sourcing, and Production on all Raw Material-related processes
- Maintain documentation, standards, and best practices for Raw Material creation, maintenance, and governance within PLM
- Support additional product data management and operational initiatives as assigned
- Execute quick BOM updates to support Production needs
- Meet or exceed timelines associated with merchandising calendars for multiple overlapping deadlines
- Act as an advocate of PLM best practices, methods, and processes
- Understand and utilize multiple New Era project tracking systems
- Keep all sensitive matters confidential
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to learn and retain rules and guidelines for licensed sports leagues, teams, and logos
- Ability to follow specific instructions and procedures
- Excellent communication skills
- Familiarity in Adobe Illustrator
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel. Experience with PLM preferred
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally for product design needs
- Ability to follow specific instructions and procedures based on established processes
- Individually manage multiple projects on a daily basis while meeting established deadlines
- Demonstrate excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Positive attitude and able to work in fast paced environment
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel
- Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) preferred
- Understanding of licensed sports league, team and logo rules and guidelines preferred
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite preferred
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Technical Design, or business-related field required; relevant job experience in lieu of degree will be considered
- One (1) to Three (3) years of experience a business setting
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.) highly preferred
- Knowledge of sportswear or apparel industry is a plus
Travel Requirement
- The location for this position is 100% on-site in Buffalo, NY
- 0% to 5%; domestic and/or global
The salary range for this posted position is $50,000 - $58,000 (plus bonus & benefits) and pertains to candidates located in Western New York. Actual compensation will fall within this range and is determined by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, education, essential job duties and requirements, and necessary experience.
Our casual work environment celebrates individuality and encourages employees to showcase their personal style. We pride ourselves on offering competitive compensation, a generous PTO policy, along with world-class benefits designed to promote health, financial stability, and personal growth.
As an employee, you'll enjoy a range of perks, including paid parking, exclusive discounts on apparel and headwear, and professional development opportunities right here on-site. We can't wait for you to experience all that our dynamic workplace has to offer!
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