Gestionnaire / Manager, Production - Mode / Fashion

CENTRIC BRANDS; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manager of Production to join their dynamic team in Montreal. This role involves overseeing production processes, ensuring high-quality standards, and managing vendor relationships. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the apparel industry, with at least five years of experience in production within a retail or wholesale environment. You will be part of a vibrant community that values creativity, attention to detail, and effective communication. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a leading lifestyle brand collective and make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Industry-competitive salary

Advantageous benefits plan

Generous vacation

Flexible hours

Hybrid schedule

Summer Fridays

Casual wear

Gym discount

Training and development opportunities

Company events

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in production in retail/wholesale environment.
• Management experience of at least 1 employee.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support the team while ensuring quality assurance protocols.
• Lead approvals of colors, fabrics, and communicate with vendors.
• Anticipate problems in product development and establish action plans.

Skills

Proactive attitude

Strong attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Effective communication

Knowledge in the apparel industry

Creativity

Education

AEC in Fashion Marketing

AEC in Fashion Design

Job description

About Us

WORK WITH US!

Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets, and sells high-quality products in the Kids, Men’s and Women’s apparel, Accessories, Beauty, and Entertainment categories. The Company’s portfolio includes licenses for more than 100 iconic brands. Centric Brands is headquartered in New York City, with offices in Montreal, Toronto, Los Angeles, Greensboro, London, and Hong Kong. For more information about Centric Brands, please visit https://www.centricbrands.com.

SNEAK PEAK AT OUR BENEFITS:

• Industry-competitive salary
• Advantageous benefits plan (medical, dental, vision and more)
• RRSP / DPSP (match up of up to 4%)
• Generous vacation
• Sick days
• Flexible hours
• Hybrid schedule
• Summer Fridays (half day)
• Casual wear
• Company Events
• Birthday gift
• Sample Sales
• Brand discounts
• Gym discount
• Training, development & career advancement opportunities
• D&I committee that is shaping the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion at Centric Brands through workshops, resources, and inspiring conversation.

From sourcing raw materials to manufacturing, order placement, pricing and quality control and getting the finished product where it needs to be, our production team is responsible for ensuring we keep our standards high and our business profitable at every step of the journey. We are looking for a Manager, Production to join our growing team in Montreal.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be closely aligned with the clients requirements;
• Supervise and support the team;
• Analyze reports of time and action planning from vendors and ensure proper critical path for supply chain is followed;
• Lead approvals of colors, fabrics and accessories as defined by design;
• Communicate daily and update activities related to vendors;
• Resolve any issues arising with vendors;
• Ensure that quality assurance protocols are followed;
• Follow up on sample submissions;
• Maintain proper records of all approvals;
• Anticipate problems related to product development and establish short and long-term action plans to resolve problems;
• Must be available and ready to travel overseas several times a year;
• Must have a good knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes;
• Must have an understanding of the different washing processes. Liaison between other depts.; Design, Sourcing, Fit Tech/QC.

DO YOU HAVE THE PROFILE WE'RE LOOKING FOR?

• Proactive attitude; Resourceful, Responsible
• Highly motivated, Creative and Enthusiastic
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge in the apparel industry
• AEC in Fashion Marketing and/or Fashion Design;
• Minimum 5 years of experience in production in retail/wholesale environment;
• Strong product development skills, knowledge of manufacturing processes, understanding of washes, processes and compliance protocols, etc;
• Management experience of at least 1 employee
• Bilingual (French/English); English is necessary for this position since the person will work daily with overseas factories and will send communications and information to clients outside of Quebec.

Be part of our growing community by getting involved with groups, teams, and initiatives like Be Green, Be Giving, Be Well and Be Celebrated.

Centric Brands Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion