Production Manager

JIVARO Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $120,000 + super

Centrally located office in Sydney

Job summary

JIVARO Recruitment seeks an experienced Production & Product Operations Manager for a globally recognised Australian designer in Sydney. Take ownership of end-to-end product operations from sourcing through delivery to ensure on-time, on-budget, high-quality outcomes.

The role demands strong leadership, commercial acumen, and deep knowledge of production and logistics. You will optimise costs, manage supplier partnerships, and lead seasonal planning to meet sustainability targets while

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a product or production management role within fashion or lifestyle sectors.
• Proven success managing end-to-end production cycles across local and offshore manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of both CMT and FOB production models.
• Expertise in fabrications and knitwear highly regarded.
• Strong commercial and analytical capability, with experience in cost and margin management.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with a collaborative, hands-on approach.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Proficient in systems management and operational reporting.
• Experience with AP21 is essential

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimise all aspects of product operations, including sourcing, production planning, supplier management, purchasing, and cost control.
• Ensure cross-functional collaboration between design, production, and logistics teams to deliver on business objectives.
• Manage production timelines, budgets, and critical paths to guarantee on-time delivery and product quality.
• Negotiate pricing, production schedules, and supplier agreements to meet margin and efficiency targets.
• Monitor supply chain performance, identifying areas for improvement across lead times, capacity, and risk management.
• Oversee freight management and logistics, ensuring transport costs remain within budget and aligned with sustainability targets.
• Manage raw material procurement, approvals, and inventory through to delivery at third-party logistics partners.
• Lead seasonal planning for materials and product flows, factoring in international supply chain timelines.
• Maintain accurate data and reporting across costing, inventory, purchase orders, and shipment tracking systems.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Production planning

Supplier management

Cost/m margin management

Cross-functional collaboration

Data & reporting

Negotiation

Relationship management

Education

Experience-based qualification

Tools

AP21

Job description

Take ownership of the full product lifecycle from development through to delivery for a globally recognised Australian Designer.

• Up to $120,000 + super
• Centrally located office in Sydney
• Thriving business with incredible upper management

This position plays a key role in aligning design, production, and logistics to ensure products are delivered on time, to budget, and to an exceptional quality standard.

The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, commercial acumen, and a deep understanding of production and manufacturing processes. You’ll be responsible for driving operational efficiency, maintaining supplier partnerships, and supporting the business in achieving its commercial and sustainability goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimise all aspects of product operations, including sourcing, production planning, supplier management, purchasing, and cost control.
• Ensure cross-functional collaboration between design, production, and logistics teams to deliver on business objectives.
• Manage production timelines, budgets, and critical paths to guarantee on-time delivery and product quality.
• Negotiate pricing, production schedules, and supplier agreements to meet margin and efficiency targets.
• Monitor supply chain performance, identifying areas for improvement across lead times, capacity, and risk management.
• Oversee freight management and logistics, ensuring transport costs remain within budget and aligned with sustainability targets.
• Manage raw material procurement, approvals, and inventory through to delivery at third-party logistics partners.
• Lead seasonal planning for materials and product flows, factoring in international supply chain timelines.
• Maintain accurate data and reporting across costing, inventory, purchase orders, and shipment tracking systems.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a product or production management role within fashion or lifestyle sectors.
• Proven success managing end-to-end production cycles across local and offshore manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of both CMT and FOB production models.
• Expertise in fabrications and knitwear highly regarded.
• Strong commercial and analytical capability, with experience in cost and margin management.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with a collaborative, hands-on approach.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Proficient in systems management and operational reporting.
• Experience with AP21 is essential

Personal Attributes

• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
• Highly organised and detail-oriented.
• Results-driven with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
• Adaptable and resilient, able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership across all operational areas.