Product Manager – Men’s Apparel

Product Manager – Men’s Apparel

Contract type:
Freelance

Location:

Anaheim, CA

Remote:
No

Salary: $30-33hr

Reference: 512190

Contact name:
Catherine Aranda

This person will lead the development and production process from initial handoff through final delivery, ensuring product quality, margin goals, calendar execution, and strong cross‑functional alignment.

• Oversee product development and production across assigned categories from sample stage through bulk delivery.
• Drive timelines and approvals to keep development, pre‑production, and production milestones on track.
• Partner closely with design, merchandising, technical design, and sourcing teams to support product execution and resolve issues quickly.
• Manage vendor communication to ensure progress, troubleshoot delays, and maintain on‑time shipment expectations.
• Monitor purchase orders, style updates, delivery dates, and related documentation with a high level of accuracy.
• Support cost‑management initiatives through vendor negotiation, sourcing strategies, and margin improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate fabric and trim commitments, inventory exposure, and liability tracking.
• Help manage reorder activity, delivery flow changes, and any updates that impact cross‑functional partners.
• Maintain visibility into development and production calendars by category and ensure deadlines are met.
• Contribute to product quality standards while balancing speed, cost, and business objectives.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• 5+ years of experience managing apparel product development or production for a defined category.
• Strong background in men’s apparel, with experience in woven product, outerwear, and knits or active preferred.
• Knowledge of domestic and international sourcing and vendor management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments and with external partners.
• Experience with costing, margin management, purchase orders, and production tracking.
• Comfortable handling shifting priorities, last‑minute changes, and time‑sensitive decision‑making.
• Leadership capability and experience guiding teams or influencing cross‑functional stakeholders.

Catherine Aranda