Production Manager - California, United States - Supervsn Studios

Description

Title: Pre-Production/Production Manager

Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We seek a meticulous and driven Pre-Production/Production Coordinator to join our team. This role involves coordinating and overseeing the pre-production and production phases, ensuring timelines are met, and products meet our standards of quality and design.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Production Coordination:

• Collaborate with the design and product development teams to finalize samples for production.
• Ensure design vision is executed correctly and on time.
• Organize and maintain a pre-production calendar to track and manage workflow and deadlines.
• Coordinate with production partners to ensure all materials (fabrics, trims, etc.) are approved and ordered on time.
• Attend and document all fittings while following up to ensure corrections are made on time.
• Manage tech pack creation, including detailed specifications for manufacturing.
• Facilitate communication between design, merchandising, and production teams to ensure department alignment.
• Audit all style master information for each collection/style before launching to ensure all information is correct when pushing to other systems.
• Search for and set up new factories to ensure new ranges of products with competitive pricing.
• Ensure the product is ready in time for photo shoots and marketing projects.
• Manage cost sheets to ensure pricing is in line with brand requirements.
• Apply and manage UPCs to all styles moving into production.
• Ensure the SKU plan is being followed so we do not overdevelop.
• Assisted in defining seasonal pricing targets, final LDP price, and actualized price after production is received.
• Purchase order entry and style creation.

Production Coordination:

• Monitor production timelines, ensuring all stages of the production process stay on track.
• Work with production partners or manufacturers to resolve any production issues and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Pick up and deliver samples.
• Conduct on-site visits to factories and the warehouse to oversee production quality and progress.
• Maintain detailed records of production workflows, adjustments, and final outputs.
• Assist in quality control processes, including final approval of samples and bulk production.
• Partner with the fit team to ensure TOPs are measured within tolerance. Always fix the problem before the product ships.
• Review and become familiar with vendor compliance per customer and review for changes every quarter.

Vendor Management:

• Maintain strong relationships with all vendors and manufacturers.
• Negotiate pricing and timelines and manage contracts with suppliers and service providers.
• Ensure vendors adhere to ethical production standards and practices.

Reporting & Documentation:

• Prepare regular reports on production status and present updates to upper management.
• Document and archive production samples and records for future reference.

Qualifications

• Preferred but not required: Bachelor's degree in Fashion Management, Production Management, or related field.
• Five years of experience using an ERP like Full Circle, RLM, or SAP (we are on Exenta).
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a similar role within the apparel industry.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Sketch, and other relevant software.
• Strong understanding of garment construction, textiles, and production cycles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Reliable means of transportation.