Production Manager

Zachary Daniels; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachary Daniels in Manchester is seeking an experienced Production Manager to own the end-to-end production function, translating the brand's vision into high-quality product with precision and efficiency.

You will work closely with the founder and Buying/Design teams, overseeing the full lifecycle from development to delivery while managing a global supplier network and ensuring on-time, within-budget delivery of premium collections.

Qualifications

• Extensive production management experience in womenswear.
• Established relationships with international suppliers; China desirable.
• Strong technical understanding of product development, garment construction and QA.
• Proven track record of cost savings and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full product lifecycle from concept and development through to production and final launch.
• Manage global suppliers and manufacturers, particularly across China.
• Manage critical paths, production timelines and delivery schedules.
• Lead product development coordination and quality assurance, maintaining premium standards.
• Drive operational improvements, cost efficiencies and production process optimisation.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times and supplier terms without compromising quality.
• Communicate effectively with offshore teams, ensuring clear expectations and timely execution.
• Oversee both CMT and fully factored production models.
• Identify and resolve production challenges, taking ownership through to completion.
• Work closely with the founder and wider teams to support the brand's continued growth.

Skills

Production management

Womenswear experience

Global supplier networks

Cost optimization

Job description

About the Role

An exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing premium womenswear brand based in Manchester. With a strong brand identity, loyal customer following and ambitious plans for growth, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with real momentum and play a pivotal role in its next chapter.

We're looking for an experienced Production Manager to take ownership of the end-to-end production function, ensuring the brand's vision is translated into exceptional product with precision, efficiency and uncompromising quality.

Working closely with the founder and wider Buying and Design teams, you'll oversee the full product lifecycle, from initial development through to final delivery. Managing a global supplier network, particularly across China, you'll drive production efficiencies, maintain premium quality standards and ensure collections are delivered on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the full product lifecycle, from concept and development through to production and final launch.
• Manage and develop relationships with global suppliers and manufacturers, particularly across China.
• Manage critical paths, production timelines and delivery schedules.
• Lead product development coordination and quality assurance, maintaining premium standards.
• Drive operational improvements, cost efficiencies and production process optimisation.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times and supplier terms without compromising quality.
• Communicate effectively with offshore teams, ensuring clear expectations and timely execution.
• Oversee both CMT and fully factored production models.
• Identify and resolve production challenges, taking ownership through to completion.
• Work closely with the founder and wider teams to support the brand's continued growth.

About You

• Extensive Production Management experience within womenswear.
• Established relationships with international suppliers and manufacturers - China desirable.
• Strong technical understanding of product development, garment construction and quality assurance.
• Proven ability to improve processes, drive efficiencies and deliver cost savings.
• Commercially minded, highly organised and confident managing multiple priorities.
• A proactive problem-solver with a genuinely hands-on approach.
• Exceptional work ethic, high standards and a real sense of ownership.