Import Production Manager

The Import Production Manager at Madhappy is responsible for managing import styles from development through production, negotiating MOQ and costs, coordinating with cross-functional teams, troubleshooting production issues, and maintaining communication on production status. A successful candidate will also collect production costing for fabrics and garments, perform testing and inspections, and update seasonal margin reports.

To qualify for the Import Production Manager position at Madhappy, candidates should possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in import production and development, knowledge of garment construction, strong computer proficiency, and previous experience with product development. Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills are also essential.

The Import Production Manager at Madhappy works closely with the design, sales, and PR teams to share samples and ensure that everyone is aligned on production timelines. This collaborative approach helps streamline processes and addresses any challenges that may arise during production.

The salary range for the Import Production Manager position at Madhappy is between $75,000 and $90,000 a year, reflecting the experience and value a qualified candidate brings to the team.

Madhappy offers a comprehensive benefits package including 15 days of paid time off, health, dental, and vision insurance with 75% premium coverage, retirement plans, quarterly health stipends, and employee discounts. Moreover, you’ll have the chance to work in a creative environment that promotes mental health awareness and personal expression.

In answering this question, provide specific examples from your previous roles. Highlight your ability to manage timelines, production processes, and any challenges you faced in a high-volume environment. Emphasize your experience negotiating with vendors and managing relationships.

Explain a systematic approach that you've taken in previous roles, such as setting production timelines, maintaining regular communication with factories, and employing follow-up systems. Discuss the importance of a proactive attitude and flexibility in problem-solving.

Share your conflict-resolution strategies, including how you approach discussions with team members and vendors. Providing real-world examples of conflicts you've resolved effectively offers insight into your critical thinking and negotiation skills.

Discuss your familiarity with cost analysis in the production process. Offer examples of how you've successfully negotiated terms that were advantageous for your previous employers, illustrating your understanding of financial impacts on production.

Outline your time management strategies, perhaps mentioning tools or techniques you've used. Explain how you assess urgency and importance to focus on what requires immediate attention. Provide an example of a high-pressure project you managed successfully.

Discuss the importance of consistent communication, reliability, and mutual respect in vendor relationships. Share specific strategies you’ve used to foster these relationships and any positive outcomes from your collaboration.

Talk about the resources you use to stay informed, such as industry publications, attending trade shows, or networking with other professionals. Emphasize your commitment to continuous learning in the ever-evolving fashion industry.

Detail a specific instance where you identified an inefficiency in a production workflow and the steps you took to resolve it. Discuss the measurable impacts of your improvements on overall productivity.

Offer insight into current trends or challenges in the industry, such as supply chain disruptions or ethical sourcing. Explain how those challenges impact production and what proactive measures you would take to address them.

Align your values with Madhappy’s mission. Emphasize your passion for fashion, mental health awareness, and community engagement, and how you see yourself contributing positively to the company culture and goals.