Manager, Production

Job description

Join the largest and fastest growing independent artist merchandise company in the space, work across contemporary recording artist’s e-commerce stores, tours, retail programs, album rollouts + more. **Working Environment:** In-office 5 days/week with occasional travel or on-site support required. May involve weekend or extended hours during peak seasons. Very fast-paced and detail-driven environment, with a focus on problem-solving, managing multiple parallel projects, and re-prioritizing tasks as necessary. ### What You'll Do - Establish and maintain strong relationship with domestic and overseas factory partners - Work with factory partners to source and select blanks, fabrics, embellishments and other materials while considering design intent, quality, cost, and lead time - Collaborate with Brand Management and Production teams to understand garment/item concepts to create tech packs, outline product specifications, and kick off sampling process - Coordinate with production teams to manage timelines for samples, prototypes, and final production runs. - Oversee the creation of sample garments, ensuring they match the design specifications - Ensure products achieve high standards of quality and functionality - Manage projects and timelines to ensure deadlines are met during the sample and final production phases - Work with the Production Coordinator to manage all references, sampling, samples and tracking numbers across all brands and partners - Apply problem-solving skills and work closely with the rest of the production team to find solutions to any product development challenges - Maintain organized and detailed records of product development process and progress - Develop and build a knowledge base and stays updated on vendor capabilities and performance, factory relationships, quality issues, pricing, and lead times - Maintain references of internal and external products or samples to stay informed and up to date on new executions, technologies, materials, etc. ### Who You Are - 3-5 years of experience in apparel production and development - Extensive familiarity garment construction and the apparel production process from concept to delivery - Must have in-depth knowledge of production workflows - Ability to understand and interpret technical specifications and product mockups - Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing with clients, vendors and internal teams - Demonstrated proactive nature, leadership skills and ability to solve problems that arise while meeting tight deadlines - Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and cost control - Familiarity with design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or CAD software) - Thrives in fast paced environment - Reliable vehicle required to travel to supplier or manufacturer sites as needed ### What We Offer - Best in class health, dental, and vision insurance - Healthcare FSA - Dependent Care FSA - Commuter Benefits FSA - Short-term/long-term disability and life insurance - Paid Parental leave - 401k with 4% match - Pet Insurance - Legal and Identity Theft Plans - Vacation time and sick days