Production Manager

The Production Manager is a highly collaborative role that requires excellent verbal and written communication skills to work cross-functionally with Product Development, Design, and Merchandising, amongst other departments. The Production Manager will be responsible for daily functions such as communicating with overseas vendors to create and follow up on production orders and managing production schedules across multiple vendors for various product categories. The Production Manager will assist in areas such as cost, compliance, and logistics as needed. The Production Manager should possess a great attention to detail and the ability to multitask/prioritize workload and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

·       Promotes the adherence of the product calendar by ensuring the efficient collaboration and coordination between cross-functional partners, including Design, R&D, Merchandising, and Materials.

·       Research new sources of manufacturing and industry best practices to ensure continual process improvement and long-term vision.

·       Assist in building the sourcing strategy in collaboration with merchants, inventory management, and design.

·       Works daily with vendors to ensure shipments are being made on time with no delays to hit company launch calendar

·       Communicates to cross function team members any delays in production or impacts on margin with urgency

·       Works closely with Product Development to help allocate styles for development through production

·       Proactively problem solves to address production concerns as they arise and knows when to bubble up larger issues to management

·       Gathers and negotiates costing for multiple seasons and quarters

·       Manages flow of purchase order issuance to vendors ensuring accuracy is represented on Pos

·       Ensures on time delivery for all product categories

·       Builds relationships with external partners through extensive communication

·       Assists with the process of on boarding new vendors

·       Manages PPs, TOPs and bulk approvals to ensure garments have passed testing, are meeting spec and color approvals

·       Additional tasks and responsibilities assigned as necessary

Requirements:

·       6-8 years of experience in Production/Sourcing and/or Supply Chain roles of increasing scope, complexity, and leadership responsibility

·       Apparel and fabric manufacturing economics and operations management (i.e., lead-times, transit times, garment and fabric construction and apparel manufacturing operations

·        Effective project management, problem-solving, and negotiation skills

·       Extreme attention to detail

·       Excellent communication skills

·       Must be sharp, deadline focused and motivated

·       What We’re Looking For:

·       Entrepreneurial mindset, results-driven

·       Self-starter - ability to act and operate independently 

·       Thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, team-oriented environment

·       Proven prioritization, time management, and project management skills

·       Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build lasting relationships

·       Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits and Culture

·       100% Company Paid Healthcare (medical, dental, vision) 

·       Kind Body Fertility Benefits   

·       401(k) savings plan with up to 4% match 

·       Unlimited PTO  

·       Full Access to LinkedIn learning 

·       Employee Discounts  

Perks (HQ Location)

·       Free weekly catered lunch at HQ – M/W/Th  

·       Dog-Friendly office  

·       Free Swag Giveaways  

·       Annual Holiday Party  

·       Annual Summer Party  

·       Invitations to pop-ups and other company events  

·       Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages 

SKIMS is committed to continuously creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates, reflective of the rich diversity of the communities we serve. Equitable workplaces foster innovation and excellence, and in our commitment to culture of belonging qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.