Associate Production Manager

Savage X Fenty; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Schedule

Healthcare Plans

Employee Discounts

401k

Annual Bonus Program

Equity Program

Discretionary Paid Time Off

Summer Fridays

Total Rewards

Job summary

Savage X Fenty, based in El Segundo, seeks an Associate Production Manager to support global sourcing and manufacturing. You will manage purchase orders, pre-production calendars, specs, and vendor relations to ensure timely delivery. You’ll analyze costs, margins and timelines in a fast-paced team setting, while driving accountability and ownership.

The role reports to the Sr. Manager, Production, and requires strong organization, multitasking and Excel proficiency, with a focus on delivering

Qualifications

• 5+ years production experience in apparel or related category.
• Strong organizational, planning, cost analysis and margin knowledge.
• Experience managing multiple vendors and overseas suppliers.
• Understanding of garment construction, fit, and finishing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive the Core Greige program by creating and executing the seasonal production calendar.
• Oversee all vendor communication regarding production and timelines.
• Manage PO entry process to manufacturers and confirm placements.
• Collaborate with Raw Materials manager to meet AUC targets.
• Build cross-functional relationships with internal and external partners.
• Monitor pre-production schedules and time-and-action calendars.
• Coordinate with planning to manage factory capacity.
• Track monthly projections vs. actual units.
• Manage production chargebacks and extension requests.
• Vet and onboard new vendors; set up paperwork and factories.
• Conduct weekly calls with overseas partners.
• Work with design on specs, grading, and construction.
• Analyze top production samples for quality and customer experience.
• Troubleshoot quality issues with cross-functional team and document learnings.
• Monitor shipping, import, and delivery with third-party vendors.

Skills

Production management

Vendor management

Cost analysis

Data-driven decisions

Communication

AI literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, Fashion or related field

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Job Description

Savage X Fenty is seeking a

Savage X Fenty is seeking an Associate Production Manager for the global sourcing and manufacturing team. This role will support the day-to-day office activity including (but not limited to) fulfillment of all purchase orders, pre-production schedules, technical specifications - garment construction and fit, calendar creation and working with materials inventory etc, to ensure delivery of goods. In addition, this candidate will analyze cost, margins, timelines and must be deadline driven. The ideal candidate is responsible, takes accountability, detail-oriented, hardworking, and is able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. The candidate will be able to work well within a team environment, but is a self-motivator who can work independently.

This position will report to the Sr. Manager, Production – Savage X Fenty.

Responsibilities

• Drive the success of the Core Greige program by creating and executing the seasonal production calendar


• Oversee all vendor communication regarding production


• Confirm placement and manage purchase order entry process to manufactures


• Work closely with vendors and Raw Materials manager to meet AUC targets


• Build strong cross functional relationships with internal and external partners


• Monitor pre-production schedule and all time and action calendars including delivery dates


• Work with internal planning partners to manage factory capacity


• Monitor monthly projections versus actual units placed


• Manage production chargebacks and extension requests


• Vet and on-board new vendors, set up new vendors/paperwork/factories


• Conduct weekly conference calls with the overseas partners


• Work closely with the design team to confirm technical specifications including measurement specs, grading and constructions details of garment and work through any issues that may affect production or delivery


• Analyze top od production samples to ensure they meet our quality expectations including specifications, construction, fit intent, feel and customer experience


• Troubleshoot any quality issues with your cross-functional team, drive resolution and document learnings


• Work closely with all vendors and agent offices (local & overseas) to ensure monthly production processes and track delivery status of orders are on schedule


• Monitor shipping, import of goods with third party vendors, monitor goods pickup and delivery


• Monitor vendor terms, invoicing and payments


• Develop and manage KPI’s to evaluate performance of all strategic suppliers


• Provide input to global sourcing strategy

Required Skills

• 5+ years production experience, previous experience with intimate apparel and/ or replenishment programs


• Must possess strong organizational, planning, cost analysis, and margins knowledge


• Ability to manage multiple vendors and experience working with oversea vendors


• Solid understanding of a short lead production strategy


• Knowledge of garment construction, fit, and finishing


• Excellent communication skills – verbal, written, and presentation


• Excellent critical thinking skills, curiosity and ability to use data to inform decision making


• Detail oriented and disciplined


• Ability to multitask and work in a face-paced environment under pressure


• Excellent MS Excel ability


• Bachelor’s degree in business, Fashion or other related experience


• Ideal candidate brings foundational AI literacy, including experience using generative AI tools, and a proactive mindset to experiment with new technologies to drive productivity and innovation.

Where We Are

• This role will be based in our El Segundo Headquarters

Compensation & Total Rewards

At Savage X Fenty, we believe work and life should fit together!We continue to build a culture of flexibility, to empower you to do your best and put yourself first.Our Total Rewards program rewards employees for their hard work, supporting their health, well-being, families, and ultimately their life journey. Total Rewards at Savage X Fenty includes:

• Hybrid Work Schedule*


• Discretionary Paid Time Off*


• Summer Fridays*


• Healthcare Plans


• Employee Discounts


• 401k


• Annual Bonus Program


• Equity Program*


• And More

• Varied for retail, fulfillment and fully remote roles.

The annual basesalary range for this position is from $70,100-$80,000. The range provided includes the base salary that Savage X Fenty expects topayfor the role. Offered base salary will be dependent on factors including the scope and complexity of the role, candidate’s related work experience, subject matter expertise and work location.

Savage X Inc.is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, compensate, develop, and promote regardless of race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and other protected status as required. At Savage X Inc., we champion a vibrant workplace culture that thrives on diversity law and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment. We are one team from many backgrounds, innovating through diversity of individuals, who are driven by passion for creating an inclusive space for all. Savage X Inc.will continue to champion a workplace culture that prizes diversity and inclusivity.