Production Manager - Denim

Role + Purpose

In this role as a Production Manager, you will lead denim product development and production from concept to delivery for the J.Crew and J.Crew Factory brands. This role drives cross‑functional collaboration, vendor relationships, and team development while ensuring product excellence and timeline adherence. You’ll oversee all production functions, mentor a direct report, and serve as the strategic bridge between design vision and manufacturing execution.

• Lead and develop a team of 1‑2 production associates through mentoring, training, and performance management
• Collaborate with cross‑functional partners in detailed production and time/action meetings to ensure seamless project execution
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiations, including costing discussions and strategic sourcing initiatives
• Provide innovative solutions for production challenges by monitoring procedures, testing protocols, and quality standards
• Maintain compliance with corporate production calendars and oversee all PLM cost sheet management
• Coordinate fit sessions to ensure proper measurements and sample corrections while maintaining delivery timelines
• Communicate technical construction details with internal teams and overseas manufacturing partners

• 5‑8 years of production experience in fashion, apparel, or related manufacturing field
• Expertise in denim development, including wet + dry processing and garment construction
• Deep understanding of indigo textiles
• Experience in garment costing, manufacturing processes, and vendor negotiations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and PLM systems
• Strong communication, organizational, and team management abilities
• Demonstrated ability to manage time and action calendars and meet tight deadlines

• Experience with international sourcing and overseas manufacturing partnerships
• Background in fit processes and garment construction is a plus, but not required

• Health & Well‑being:
  Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, and medical travel and more.
• Associate Discount:
  Great discount across all J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell brands.
• Summer Fridays:
  Office closes at 1:00 PM on Fridays during the summer months.
• Community Impact:
  Support for communities through philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.
• Winter Break:
  Eligible full‑time Home Office associates receive a winter break at the end of December.

Salary Range: $86,400.00 – $

At J.Crew Group (JCG) we aim to pay competitively for our company’s size and industry. The base salary offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region of work premises, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The base salary is just one component of J.Crew Group’s competitive total rewards strategy that also includes the opportunity for bonus, competitive benefits and perks.

JCG is proud to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law.