Production Manager

THE JOHN VARVATOS TEAM

John Varvatos is a brand that occupies a unique place in the landscape of American design. Founded and based in SoHo NYC, it unites old world craftsmanship and refined tailoring with modern innovations in textiles and a rock 'n' roll sensibility. Launched in 2000 with a collection of tailored clothing and sportswear, the brand now represents an entire lifestyle that includes belts, bags, footwear, eyewear, limited edition watches and fragrances as well as the younger, edgier John Varvatos Star USA collection.

THE ROLE

The Production Manager will oversee Woven, Denim & Leather categories for the John Varvatos brand. They will be able to multi-task and flourish in a fast-paced environment, seeking opportunities (product, process) to increase efficiencies and revenue opportunities, while being responsible for the on time deliveries to ensure John Varvatos product is manufactured to the highest quality & in line with the critical path requirements.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

* Participates in initial concept meetings to gain understanding of the new collection seasonally

* Manage creation and maintenance of all development & production charts to achieve target prices and margins

* Purchase trims for proto and sales samples with Design direction

* Monitor and track raw materials for trials, proto samples, & bulk production from suppliers.

* Issue Design related memos for team (i.e. proto additions and cancellations, trim changes)

* Work with factories to prepare flash cost and build programs based on merchandising business requirements

* Create sample & production purchase orders and check all line sheets for accuracy

* Manage the set up and entry of all costing into RLM

* Prepare, update and analyse all costing for review with appropriate parties for line opening

* Place Bulk Commitments to factories and establish delivery flow of bulk goods against sales requirements

* Analyse and communicate issues with team and overseas factories & agents

* Manages internal relationships with the technical design department to ensure that they have visibility of what has been bought & assist in prioritising comments being issued in line with the critical path requirements

* Manage & monitor the critical path across the whole business and track flow for to ensure on time delivery

* Work with the Logistics team to ensure that bulk arrives and is received in the relevant DCs according to the critical path

* Work with all suppliers to ensure production planning is in line with the critical path requirements

* Reasonable for travel to meet suppliers and build strong relationships, and manage any issues to ensure strong process and deliverables are in place.

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leadership to understand requirements in line with strategic goals, and prioritise initiatives to deliver to the timelines required (for example. Wholesale, Nordstrom, digital projects, seasonal collections etc).

* Manage & develop direct report

* Foster a culture of change management leading with the 'Why' and 'How' to enhance the 'What' we do.

* Constantly driving transparency and communication across all stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment.

WHAT SKILLS DO I NEED?

* Must be proficient in woven, denim, leather construction and components

* Knowledge of aparel market and competition

* Must have experience working directly with a designer or designers in the development of wovens, denim, leather

* Must have worked across all categories

* Existing relationships with overseas apparel factories

* Excellent communication skills (written & verbal) and organisational skills

Education and Experience

* Bachelor's Degree required

* 8+ years of relevant work experience in production

The starting wage for the role is: $80,000.00 USD/Yearly.

WHAT WE STAND FOR

* RESPECT:
We treat our team, customers, suppliers, partners and planet with respect, always. We speak respectfully about and to others. We respect our customer's valuable time, and each other's. We work as a unified team and respect each other's differences

* RESOLVE:
We are determined and we do not give up. We follow through on our commitments. We take accountability and face challenges with enthusiasm

* RAREFIED PASSION:
We act with utmost integrity. We seek to continually improve and respond to feedback. We advocate for our brand, customer and product

* REFINEMENT:
We pay fanatical attention to the details that make the John Varvatos difference. We strive to be exceptional in all we do.

BENEFITS

Your career matters to us and we will do what it takes to help you on your journey in life. You'll be challenging yourself and your leadership. The opportunities will be there, and you'll be working within an environment that rewards hard work and innovation. Internal promotion is the norm not the exception and you'll be supported in your ambition to reach the next step of your career.

Health & Wellbeing Benefits Plan include:

* Medical, Dental, Vision, and

* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Dependent…