Overview:The Production Manager works closely with internal teams & vendors to produce & deliver best-in-class product in time for product launch. Primary responsibilities include monitoring production activities & lead times, planning vendor capacities & communicating thorough status updates for relevant categories. Maintaining profitability, on-time delivery & best practices for business and garment vendors are core competencies for this role.Responsibilities: Collaborate with Supply Chain Teams to elevate collective performance and to exceed Supply Chain goalsSupport strategic objectives of the production functions through system enhancement, process implementation & performance reportingOversee production activity for on-time delivery, profitability & problem troubleshootingWork on multi-season production calendars and ensure execution for all tasks related to production cycle are being metProvide delivery reports and summaries to Senior Manager and other cross-functional partners as requestedLead cross-functional status meetings for delivery reporting of relevant categoriesEnsure production related KPIs are being met for relevant categories including but not limited to on-time performance, lead time validation and air freight totalsMonitor production lead times as provided by suppliers and vendors for accuracy and challenge where necessaryPartner with Supply Chain leaders on capacity planning by mill, garment vendor, garment factories and global regionsCommunicate seasonal and long-range forecasting plans with garment vendors to secure necessary capacity for bulk ordersCollaborate with Product Development Team on allocation of bulk orders to appropriate garment vendors through careful consideration of available capacity, capability, workmanship and costingCollaborate with cross-functional Teams to ensure on-time delivery per set calendar datesManage purchase orders for entire order lifecycle from issuance to closing at time of receiptManage landing factors for garment costs to ensure accurate LDP pricesEnsure data accuracy, integrity & consistency of relevant categoriesConfirm bulk handover deliveries with garment vendors through WIP management system at time of buy handoverMonitor garment vendor systemic WIP status for accuracy and on-time performanceEnsure Tech Design has received PP and TOP samples per agreed upon T&A datesPartner with Product Integrity, Raw Material, Tech Design and Product Development Teams to troubleshoot issues that arise during production and reach a resolutionLead bi-weekly garment vendor meetings via Zoom for current performance evaluationParticipate in quarterly garment vendor meetings via Zoom for seasonal KPI evaluationMonitor item packing details closely, eliminating repack requests to DC TeamsIssue chargebacks to garment vendors as necessary for production delaysPartner with Logistics Team on movement of freight from departure of garment factory to DC deliveryPartner with DC, Product Integrity and Digital Teams to execute timely product launchesManage a small team of direct reportsFoster a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork & employee development to achieve operational goals & maintain a positive work environmentQualifications: Ability to multi-task & manage multiple projects on an ongoing basisExcellent written & verbal communication skillsExcellent organizational & time management skills with appropriate sense of urgencyCommitment & superior attention to detailAbility to work in a team environment, build trust & relationships with vendors & cross-functional partnersExperience managing a small teamStrong analytical skillsAbility to be flexible & adapt to changing work environmentStrong interpersonal & listening skillsProficient in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, OutlookProficient in PLM, ERP & systematic WIP systemsThorough understanding of product lifecycle timeline and production processesPositive attitude & desire to develop & improveBachelor's Degree or equivalent experience8+ years experience in Production or similar roleThe base salary range for this position is $95,000-$125,000 per year which represents the current range for the base salary for this exempt position. Please note that actual salaries will vary based on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. As such, on occasion and when applicable, there is the possibility that the final, agreed-upon base salary may be outside of the upper end of the range. Please also note the range listed is just one component of the company's total rewards package for exempt employees. Other rewards may include performance bonuses, long term incentives, a PTO policy, and many other progressive benefits.#LI-ONSITE
