Production Manager, Apparel
Core
Oversee end-to-end production operations for apparel manufacturing partners to ensure on-time delivery, quality standards, and efficient scaling from new product launches to replenishment.
Role type
Senior Production Manager (Apparel Supply Chain)
Builds
Apparel products (essentials) for a direct-to-consumer retail brand
Domain
Retail / Apparel Manufacturing / Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
End-to-end supply chain management, Inventory control, Demand planning, Material flow optimization, ERP/MRP software proficiency, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen principles
Preferred skills
Advanced MS Excel for data analysis, Leadership, Conflict resolution
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, NetSuite
Responsibilities
Manage new product launches from buy plan decision to first replenishment readiness, Collaborate with manufacturing partners to ensure defect-free production and on-time delivery, Participate in weekly business reviews (WBR) to monitor OTD and Ex-Factory performance, Coordinate with planning teams to ensure fabric, trim, and capacity readiness, Update production statuses in Vendor Portal, Oversee fulfillment accuracy and 24-hour ship expectations for partners handling direct orders
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory experience