Industry:

Apparel /

Fashion Employment Type:

Full-Time We are working with a leading apparel company that is seeking an experienced Production Manager to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in menswear production, particularly within fast-paced environments serving off-price retailers. The ideal candidate will have strong factory and vendor relationships, excellent follow-through, and the ability to manage production from development through delivery. Responsibilities Manage the full production process for men's apparel from development through final delivery. Work closely with overseas factories, vendors, and internal teams to ensure products are produced on time and meet quality and cost expectations. Manage production calendars, timelines, purchase orders, costing, and delivery schedules. Communicate regularly with factories and vendors regarding production status, approvals, quality issues, and shipping. Monitor production milestones and proactively identify and resolve delays or potential issues. Review samples, specifications, measurements, and production details to ensure products meet company standards. Coordinate with design, merchandising, sales, and sourcing teams throughout the production process. Negotiate with vendors and factories when necessary to maintain target costs and delivery schedules. Manage multiple programs and production calendars simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Support production for off-price and value-oriented retail customers, understanding the unique speed, pricing, and margin requirements of this channel. Maintain strong relationships with domestic and overseas vendors and manufacturing partners. Travel internationally when necessary to visit factories and vendors. Qualifications 5+ years of apparel production experience, with a strong focus on menswear. Experience working with off-price retailers is highly preferred. Strong understanding of garment construction, costing, sourcing, production, quality control, and overseas manufacturing. Established relationships with overseas factories and vendors. Strong understanding of production timelines and the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously. Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams including design, merchandising, sales, and sourcing. Strong attention to detail and ability to identify production issues before they impact delivery. Fluency in Mandarin, Cantonese, or Korean is strongly preferred. Willingness to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven apparel environment. Ideal Background The ideal candidate will come from an apparel manufacturer, importer, or brand with significant experience producing men's apparel for retailers. Candidates who have worked directly with off-price retailers and overseas factories, and who are fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese, or Korean, will be especially well suited for this opportunity.