Production Manager

TYR Sport; Village of Farmingdale (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TYR Sport is seeking a Production Manager to support the production team through all stages of the product lifecycle. Responsible for monthly POs, replenishment planning, and on-time shipments.

You will analyze sales and inventory data, update costs, and ensure regulatory compliance. The role requires strong Excel, data analysis, and communication skills; you will build relationships with overseas factories, lead weekly production meetings, and resolve production issues in collaboration with QA

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business/ops or supply chain preferred.
• 5 years of production or procurement experience.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills required.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales and inventory data to plan monthly replenishment POs.
• Update cost and delivery dates on open POs; monitor on-time shipments.
• Drive daily production via vendor communication across global suppliers.
• Track PPS and TOP samples and coordinate schedules with internal teams.
• Coordinate with Logistics and Freight Forwarders for timely shipping and customs compliance.
• Monitor vendor performance, including delivery, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Review production samples and approvals; ensure alignment with specs.
• Collaborate with Product Development and Technical Design for smooth scale-up.
• Maintain production reports, WIP, and ERP entries; ensure policy compliance.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Math & data analysis

Communication

Organization

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business/Operations & Supply Chain Management

Tools

AS400

Spotfire

Shopify

Repspark

Job description

The Production Manager supports the production team in the management of the production stages of product lifecycle. Issue POs on a monthly cadence and monitor 100% on-time shipments. Manage monthly replenishment PO’s by analyzing sales and inventory reports. Proactively highlights delivery issues and partners with leadership on resolutions. Interfaces with sales, merchandising, design and operation teams. Knowledge of costing and lead-times.

Position Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Analysis and PO management: Analyze sales and inventory data to plan monthly replenishment POs.
• Update cost and delivery dates on open POs and monitor the on-time shipment.
• Vendor Communication: Drive daily production process through communication with global vendor base throughout the product life cycle. Communicate the forecast data to vendor to reserve production capacity.
• Sample Management: Tracks PPS and TOP samples and communicate the schedule with internal partners.
• Product Life Cycle Management: Uses AS400/ Spotfire/ Shopify/Repspark
• Build and maintain strong relationships with overseas factories, mills, and sourcing partners.
• Conduct weekly production meetings and provide accurate status updates to leadership.
• Identify potential production risks and proactively implement corrective action plans.
• Ensure all garments meet company quality standards and customer requirements.
• Partner with Quality Assurance to resolve manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions.
• Review and approve production samples, TOP (Top of Production) samples, and shipment approvals.
• Collaborate with Technical Design to ensure garments are produced according to approved specifications and fit standards.
• Work closely with Product Development to facilitate a seamless transition from development into bulk production.
• Coordinate with Logistics and Freight Forwarders to ensure timely shipping and customs compliance.
• Monitor vendor performance, including on-time delivery, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Assist in negotiating production costs while maintaining quality and delivery expectations.
• Analyze production metrics, including delivery performance, quality rates, production efficiencies, and vendor scorecards.
• Maintain accurate production reports, WIP (Work in Progress), and ERP system updates.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, social compliance standards, and applicable regulations.

Qualifications and Competencies:

• Advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent Math and data analysis skills.
• Excellent communication and follow-up skills.
• Organized with attention to detail
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency and flexibility in changing environment

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree Preferable in Business, Operations & Supply Chain Management Will consider work experience.
• 5 years’ experience in Production or procurement.