Production Apparel Manager
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Production Apparel Manager Tom Beckbe is hiring a Production Manager to oversee the production lifecycle for Tom Beckbe apparel and accessories. The Production Manager will have primary responsibility for products from development hand-off through final production, ensuring on-time delivery, exceptional quality, and alignment with cost and margin goals. You will work closely with Design, Merchandising, Technical Design, Finance, and our vendor partners to ensure products are manufactured efficiently, delivered on time, and produced in accordance with established cost, quality, and brand standards.Essential Duties and
ResponsibilitiesManage the production process from development to delivery across multiple product categories, including accessories, and other verticals as neededMaintain and track production calendars and critical path timelines to ensure all deadlines are metCollaborate with Design, Technical Design, and Merchandising to meet category cost targets and ensure production feasibility from proto to bulk productionCommunicate daily with global vendors to oversee on-time production, troubleshoot any production/quality issues, and confirm production schedules against shipping windows.Communicate and manage seasonal time and action calendar to ensure on-time deliveries with factoriesAnalyze cost breakdowns and margins seasonally to achieve target marginsAssist in vendor sourcing and onboarding as the brand scalesPartner with Technical Design to ensure accurate fit approvals and QA standards are metEnsure accurate and timely purchase order entry and delivery trackingLead weekly production meetings with Design, Technical Design, Merchandising, and Finance to align on calendar, and resolve any production issuesHave basic knowledge of pricing in relation to customs tariffs and logistics freight costsSupport vendor negotiations and identify opportunities to improve pricing, production efficiency, and delivery performanceMonitor production costs, material usage, manufacturing expenses, and order quantities against established budgetsHelp prevent excess inventory, stock shortages, and unnecessary production expensesTrack purchase orders, work-in-process inventory, and expected receipts to support accurate inventory planningManage freight forwarders to ensure on-time shipment and delivery of products
QualificationsBachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, Apparel Production, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered3+ years of experience in apparel production management, sourcing, manufacturing, supply chain, and operationsStrong understanding of apparel and accessory production processes across multiple categories, including familiarity with components, raw materials, and trimsProven ability to manage timelines, troubleshoot under pressure, and stay organized amidst shifting prioritiesStrong interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable working cross-functionally with creative and operational teamsProficiency in NetSuite, Microsoft Excel, and other standard software solutions used for production management and logistics Ability to analyze production costs, inventory data, delivery schedules, and vendor performanceStrong attention to detail and commitment to product quality and craftsmanshipEntrepreneurial mindset and a can-do attitude—excited to be hands-on and solutions-oriented(Updated 10.20.26)