Production Manager

Production Manager (Los Angeles, CA)

Salary: $90,000 - $115,000

Our client, a leading apparel company with a diverse portfolio of licensed and in‑house brands, is seeking a Production Manager to oversee all aspects of import production, off-price programs, and large‑scale order management. This role is ideal for a seasoned production professional who excels in vendor management, problem‑solving, and driving products from development through delivery with accuracy and speed.

The Production Manager will manage a global vendor base, ensure compliance with brand/licensing standards, support costing negotiations, and partner closely with design, merchandising, and sales. This is an onsite, five‑day‑per‑week position within a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.

• Lead full‑cycle production for both licensed brands and in‑house private‑label lines.
• Manage all import production—from sampling and approvals through bulk delivery.
• Oversee off-price programs, ensuring cost‑effective production while meeting margin and quality requirements.
• Maintain and manage T&A calendars, ensuring all milestones are met and communicated cross‑functionally.
• Partner closely with design, tech, sales, and planning to ensure product accuracy and on‑time execution.
• Work directly with overseas factories to resolve fit, quality, fabric and trim issues.
• Review and approve lab dips, strike-offs, TOP samples and bulk approvals.
• Manage cost negotiations and support margin targets in collaboration with leadership.
• Monitor WIP reports, capacity planning and bulk production status.
• Ensure all licensed product meets brand guidelines, testing standards and compliance requirements.
• Identify risks and proactively problem‑solve to keep production on track.
• Support process improvement initiatives across the production department.

• 5–8 years of apparel production experience, ideally across multiple categories.
• Expertise in import production and overseas factory management (Asia, India, Central America).
• Strong understanding of costing, timelines, compliance, testing and bulk production processes.
• Experience working with licensed brands and adhering to licensor requirements.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and efficient in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines at once.
• Proficient in PLM, Excel and production systems.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Product Management and Production