Production Manager

Zachary Daniels; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK business specializing in children's products seeks a Production Manager to oversee manufacturing processes. This role involves managing a small team, liaising with suppliers, and ensuring product quality and compliance. Ideal candidates will have experience in production management and a strong understanding of supply chain processes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production or manufacturing management role.
• Strong understanding of supply chain processes and production planning.
• Experience managing small teams with a collaborative leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end production process for all product lines.
• Coordinate with domestic and international suppliers.
• Ensure products meet safety and quality standards.

Skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Experience in production or manufacturing management

Knowledge of product safety and compliance standards

Tools

Microsoft Office

Production/supply chain software tools

Job description

This range is provided by Zachary Daniels. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Our client is a leading UK business specialising in the design, production, and distribution of licensed children's lunch boxes, bottles, and related products. Working with well-known brands and retail partners across the UK, they pride themselves on delivering high-quality, fun, and safe products that kids love and parents' trust.

Due to continued growth we are delighted to be supporting them in the appointment of a new Production Manager.

Role Overview:

In the role of Production Manager you will be accountable to oversee and coordinate our clients product manufacturing processes from concept to delivery.

You will manage a small production team, liaise with suppliers (including overseas manufacturers), and ensure all products meet quality, safety, and licensing standards, while keeping timelines and budgets on track.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end production process for all product lines.
• Work closely with design, sales, and licensing teams to bring new products to market.
• Coordinate with domestic and international suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective manufacturing.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust plans as needed to meet retailer deadlines.
• Ensure products meet safety and quality standards, including compliance with UK and EU regulations.
• Resolve production issues, delays, or quality concerns promptly.
• Maintain strong relationships with licensors to ensure brand compliance.
• Continuously look for ways to improve production efficiency and reduce costs.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a production or manufacturing management role, ideally within consumer goods.
• Experience working with licensed products and/or retailers in the UK is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of supply chain processes and production planning.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and licensors.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Experience managing small teams with a collaborative leadership style.
• Knowledge of product safety and compliance standards for children's products (preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and production/supply chain software tools.

Our client is a leading UK business specialising in the design, production, and distribution of licensed children's lunch boxes, bottles, and related products. Working with well-known brands and retail partners across the UK, they pride themselves on delivering high-quality, fun, and safe products that kids love and parents' trust.

Due to continued growth we are delighted to be supporting them in the appointment of a new Production Manager.

Role Overview:

In the role of Production Manager you will be accountable to oversee and coordinate our clients product manufacturing processes from concept to delivery.

You will manage a small production team, liaise with suppliers (including overseas manufacturers), and ensure all products meet quality, safety, and licensing standards, while keeping timelines and budgets on track.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end production process for all product lines.
• Work closely with design, sales, and licensing teams to bring new products to market.
• Coordinate with domestic and international suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective manufacturing.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust plans as needed to meet retailer deadlines.
• Ensure products meet safety and quality standards, including compliance with UK and EU regulations.
• Resolve production issues, delays, or quality concerns promptly.
• Maintain strong relationships with licensors to ensure brand compliance.
• Continuously look for ways to improve production efficiency and reduce costs.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a production or manufacturing management role, ideally within consumer goods.
• Experience working with licensed products and/or retailers in the UK is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of supply chain processes and production planning.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and licensors.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Experience managing small teams with a collaborative leadership style.
• Knowledge of product safety and compliance standards for children's products (preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and production/supply chain software tools.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Retail Appliances, Electrical, and Electronic Equipment

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