sr. Production Manager – Men’s
Country : USA
Region : California
County : Los Angeles County
Town : EL SEGUNDO
Category : Production - Quality
Contract type : Permanent
Availability : Full time
Job description
Fabletics is currently looking for an Sr. Production Manager - Men's.
How Do You Fit In?
As the Sr. Production Manager - Men's, you will be responsible for the full product life cycle, from developing styles from concept through execution in production. You will collaborate closely with the design, merchandising, logistics, and quality assurance teams to bring new collections to life while optimizing production processes for maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Key functions include managing buy release and purchase order (PO) creation, WIP tracking, and monitoring quality to ensure product is produced on time and according to Fabletics' standards for vendor compliance. The ideal candidate is a resourceful problem-solver who can collaborate well and build processes as we scale the business.
This position will report to the Sr. Director, Product Development & Sourcing.
What you will do:
- Manage monthly buy release and PO creation to vendors against the global calendar
- Position greige and core fabrications for pre-bookings
- Execute style changes with vendors, ensuring that impacts on delivery and cost are communicated to internal stakeholders.
- Proactively head off production issues with thorough understanding of construction, testing, and apparel compliance.
- Manage bookings and deliveries for wholesale accounts, creating label and packing instructions as needed.
- Understand transit times and lead times for each shipping lane to plan X-factory dates and negotiate on-time deliveries.
- Purchase Order (PO) Management/Tracking - oversee PO creation with an offshore team, ensuring POs are accurate and reflect all changes.
- Review weekly WIP for accuracy and monthly production status; follow up on pending approvals with internal and external partners
- Manage a capacity file, actualizing monthly bookings against forecast for each vendor.
- Ensure that all products meet our quality standards by conducting development testing and reviewing QA inspection reports as well as garment test reports before goods ship.
- Review vendor compliance chargebacks for late bookings, handovers
- International travel as to visit vendors 2 -3 times per year
- 7+ years of production experience in fashion or apparel manufacturing. Experience in Men's activewear and lifestyle apparel manufacturing is strongly preferred
- 5+ years of experience working in PLM and purchase order creation systems
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, Apparel Manufacturing, Product Development, or Merchandising
- Ability to mentor a team and collaborate well with cross-functional partners through influential communication
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in MS Excel, with the ability to use lookup functions and create pivot tables
- Able to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Experience with both domestic and overseas vendors is preferred, knits and wovens
- Fluency in a second language such as Spanish, Chinese, or Vietnamese is a plus
At Fabletics, we believe work and life should fit together! We continue to build a culture of flexibility, to empower you to do your best and put yourself first. Our Total Rewards program rewards employees for their hard work, supporting their health, well-being, families, and ultimately their life journey. Total Rewards at Fabletics includes:
-Hybrid Work Schedule*
-Discretionary Paid Time Off*
-Summer Fridays*
-Healthcare Plans
-Employee Discounts
-401k
-Annual Bonus Program
-Equity Program*
-And More
*Varied for retail and fulfillment roles
The annual base salary range for this position is from $108,500-$118,000. The range provided includes the base salary that Fabletics expects to pay for the role. Offered base salary will be dependent on factors including the scope and complexity of the role, candidate's related work experience, subject matter expertise and work location.
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About TechStyleOS
TechStyleOS is the globally integrated Operations and Services provider behind some of the fastest growing online fashion brands in history, including Fabletics, Savage X Fenty, JustFab, ShoeDazzle, and FabKids. With capabilities spanning technology, data science, supply chain management, fulfillment, customer service, and more, we help brands launch, scale and grow-across product categories and geographically. From predictive analytics to data-driven marketing and attribution, our unique approach is powered by our proprietary, end-to-end tech platform that enables the brands we serve to deliver a level of personalization, value, and satisfaction that are unrivaled in the fashion industry.
Fabletics, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, compensate, develop, and promote regardless of race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable. At Fabletics, Inc., we champion a vibrant workplace culture that thrives on diversity law and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment. We are one team from many backgrounds, innovating through diversity of individuals, who are driven by passion for creating an inclusive space for all. Fabletics, Inc. will continue to champion a workplace culture that prizes diversity and inclusivity.
We encourage you to apply regardless of meeting all qualifications and/or requirements.