Manager, Merchandise Production
Core
Managing merchandise production, vendor relationships, and order fulfillment for a global roster of artists.
Role type
Manager, Merchandise Production
Builds
Physical merchandise, limited-edition vinyl, and tour products for artists
Domain
Music industry, e-commerce, and apparel manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Procurement, Project management, Vendor relationship management, Order prioritization, Production scheduling, Team training and mentorship
Preferred skills
Music merchandise experience, Retail purchasing, Tour experience, eCommerce experience, Apparel print/manufacturing knowledge, Product development systems
Technologies
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Order management systems
Responsibilities
Create purchase orders and manage vendor communications, Prioritize and delegate incoming orders, Manage production schedules and shipping plans, Oversee product returns and invoice reconciliation, Host weekly stakeholder meetings, Train and mentor procurement coordinators
Seniority
Manager, hands-on leadership