Job Opportunities

Horny Toad is a great place to work. But don't take our word for it, check out the May 2010 issue of Outside Magazine - we were honored as a Best Place to Work for 2010!

Our headquarters is located in beautiful Santa Barbara, California. We also have an outlet store in Freeport, Maine, a retail location called Lizard Lounge in Portland, Oregon.

Do you think you'd make a great member of our team? If you feel you're qualified for any of the positions listed below, or just want us to know what you've got to offer, please send a resume and letter to carlynn@hornytoad.com

There is currently 1 open position:
Production Associate




Position: Production Associate
Reports To: Director of Production
Location: Santa Barbara, California



OBJECTIVE:

The Production Associate will be responsible for managing the day-to-day deliverables related to factory capacity planning, factory production timelines, order placement, quality control and supply planning/inventory flow. This position will work directly with internal functions: Product, Design, Planning & Sales and external vendors to execute to the corporate pipeline calendar. Successful candidate will execute on a process that insures efficiency and delivery precision.



RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Collaborate with Director of Production to create the sourcing strategy to accommodate current business needs as well as long term supply chain growth.
  • Manage relationships with factories (and agents where applicable).
  • Work with internal cross-functional peers to execute to a seasonal calendar for sample and bulk production.
  • Assist with the purchasing process contemplating materials commitments, materials minimums, factory minimums, production capacity, and lead-times.
  • Assist with seasonal cost negotiations.
  • Write and execute on purchase orders (samples and bulk production).
  • Coordinate the transition from the development of our materials at the mills to the purchasing and delivery of those goods to the factories.
  • Execute on quality assurance programs for raw materials.
  • Ensure the timely and accurate delivery of raw materials to meet the production schedule.
  • Manage materials inventory and stock fabric programs.
  • Manage sample and bulk production schedules to ensure timely delivery and update systems as necessary with delivery dates.
  • Measure the performance of all factories and put appropriate strategies in place when vendors are not meeting performance goals.
  • Address any quality issues with the factory, manage charge backs if necessary and ensure measures are taken to correct the issue.


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Working knowledge of garment and textile manufacturing processes.
  • Understanding of apparel product process from concept through to order delivery from the factory.
  • Working knowledge and understanding of forecasting, buy planning, and capacity planning.
  • 3-4 years of experience in a broad range of sportswear and technical knit and woven garments preferred.
  • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Strong computer skills and the ability to obtain information from various systems.
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel.
  • Ability to effectively communicate in written and verbal form with a diverse audience.
  • Detail oriented with strong follow through. Must be able to organize and prioritize multiple projects in a fast paced environment.



Our office environment is open and collaborative as well as fast-paced and energetic. To thrive at Horny Toad you must like music and good food, have a can-do attitude, rock-solid temperament, profound sense of humor, be highly organized and love dogs. We're based in Santa Barbara, CA., about the closest thing you get to a Mediterranean climate outside the Mediterranean. Get a quick sense of what we're about at http://www.hornytoad.com/about/company/ .