Overview:
The Production Manager is responsible for establishing, developing and directing the production strategy for a product category and effectively directing the business relationships with finished product suppliers and our agents to leverage lower costs and reduced lead time without sacrificing quality.
Responsibilities:
- Management of production timelines, reviewing reports and recommending solutions to exceptions
- Develop time and action calendars for all programs managed
- Work with Design and Technical Services teams to develop production ready samples for quarterly design presentations
- Work closely with all vendors and agent offices to ensure that monthly production capacity is utilized and recommend appropriate action when issues arise
- Manage placement strategy and follow-up by recommending product placement and action plan for chase
- Oversee, maintain and report cost, delivery and quality metrics and KPIs for finished goods
- Ability to use cost data to develop tactical responses and strategies
- Manage any required fabric reservation; Confirm fabric and trim with factories
- Coordinate and lead weekly production meetings with factories and agents
- Monitor production status of all programs by season
- Track shipments from vendor to distribution center
- Support costing process by creating and distributing packages, issuing spreadsheets for tracking and conducting cost negotiation
- Analyze test, quality, delivery and cost reports, making recommendations and communicate exceptions to management and vendors
- Manage product integrity and order specifications compliance. Approve lab dips, dye lots, washing effect, hand feel and shade bands and general flow of process
- Elevate and communicate high risk potential order problems and issues as appropriate
- Develop relationships with mentors, peers, and all Productions channels
Qualifications:
- 4-6 years of experience in apparel production management
- Experience managing “Speed to market”/fast track orders from inception is a plus
- Knowledge/understanding of fabrics and different garment wash processes that help problem solve production issues. Strong costing and negotiation skills a plus
- Proficient: Microsoft Office and PLM systems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrates proactive problem solving skills
- Use basic retail math needed to determine costs, margins and turn
- Detail oriented with strong follow through - able to organize and prioritize multiple projects
- Has a sense of urgency in managing time and while accomplishing tasks
- Create and maintain a cooperative team environment that promotes high performance standards and attainment of goals
- Good people management/delegation skills and able to influence others
- Experience with Denim product a plus
- Experience with wholesale accounts a plus
- Travel may be required, based on business needs.
- Adhere to regular in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration. Job duties may be performed effectively using the hybrid work program designated by the company.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor as the company retains the right to change duties to this position.
- Must have authorization to work in the United States
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
- Ability to maintain regular and timely attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for up to 8 hours per day
- Ability to constantly operate a computer, other office equipment and look at a monitor for up to 8 hours per day
- Ability to clearly and accurately communicate and exchange information verbally, in writing, or through other means in person, telephonically, or through virtual communication methods
- Ability to reach at or below shoulder level
- Ability to carry equipment, move boxes/samples, etc.
Requirements & EEO Statement: The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $100,000 annually. Pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to position offered and work experience. In addition to your salary, SPARC Group, and its affiliated brands, offers a benefits package, including 401(k) plan, overtime pay, flexible work schedule and a generous employee discount program (all benefits are based on eligibility). Additional information regarding the benefits for this position can be found in the Benefits Guide that is available from our Human Resources Department. SPARC Group LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We value a culture of inclusion and diversity within our workforce, and are committed to maintaining a workplace free from prohibited employment conduct, including discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partner status, civil partnership, status as a covered veteran, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States, citizenship and any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to the full inclusion of qualified individuals in the job application and interview process. Employees are expected to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), and applicable state disability laws, it is the policy of SPARC to provide a reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation is required to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources department.