Production Manager - Footwear

G-III Apparel Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

G-III Apparel Group is seeking a Production Manager (Temp) for the Footwear division in New York City. You will oversee production from development to bulk delivery, ensuring on-time, quality-compliant results while partnering with Design, Technical Design, Product Development, and Global Sourcing teams.

The role requires a proactive leader with strong organizational skills to navigate a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of apparel production experience.
• Experience working with overseas factories and vendors.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage production timelines and production systems (dates, ship modes, PO data).
• Organize and lead weekly production meetings with Sales to review status.
• Issue purchase orders according to seasonal calendars and maintain accuracy.
• Track manufacturing to meet PO requirements and delivery timelines.
• Communicate daily with overseas offices to monitor pre-production and production activities.
• Manage the Time Action Calendar and resolve production challenges.
• Review weekly WIP reports to monitor progress and ship dates.
• Provide management with updates on production and logistics.
• Review pre-production and shipment samples to ensure standards.
• Coordinate sample development for timely delivery.
• Communicate testing, compliance, labeling, and packaging requirements to vendors.

Skills

Organized

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree in Merchandising

Job description

Location: New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District (On-Site)

Department: Footwear

Reports To: Vice President of Production

About G-III Apparel Group:

G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Production Manager (Temp) to join our team overseeing the Footwear category. This role will oversee production processes from development through bulk delivery, ensuring products are delivered on time, meet quality standards, and align with company and retailer requirements. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with strong organizational and communication skills who thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment while partnering closely with Design, Technical Design, Product Development, and Global Sourcing teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage production timelines and maintain production systems, including updating factory dates, ship modes, and key production information.
• Organize and lead weekly production meetings with Sales to review current production status and resolve outstanding issues.
• Issue purchase orders according to seasonal calendar deadlines and maintain purchase order accuracy throughout the production cycle.
• Track the manufacturing process to ensure products meet approved purchase order requirements and delivery timelines.
• Communicate daily with overseas offices to monitor pre-production and production activities, resolving issues to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Manage the Time Action Calendar and proactively identify and resolve production challenges.
• Review weekly Work in Process (WIP) reports from vendors to monitor production progress and confirm ship dates.
• Provide management with regular updates regarding production, logistics, and any outstanding issues.
• Review pre-production, top-of-production, and shipment samples to ensure they meet approved standards.
• Coordinate sample development to ensure timely execution and delivery.
• Communicate company and retailer testing, compliance, labeling, and packaging requirements to vendors.

Who You Are:

• A highly organized production professional with exceptional attention to detail.
• A collaborative team player who works effectively with cross-functional and overseas partners.
• A proactive problem-solver who can prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A strong communicator with excellent follow-up and organizational skills.
• A self-starter who takes ownership and drives projects through completion.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Merchandising or equivalent fashion background.
• 5+ years of apparel production experience.
• Prior experience in outerwear or fashion apparel production preferred.
• Strong cost negotiation skills and knowledge of apparel cost breakdowns.
• Excellent communication skills with experience partnering across Product Development, Merchandising, Design, Technical Design, and overseas production teams.
• Exceptional organizational skills with strong follow-up and project management abilities.
• Experience working with overseas factories and vendors in a fast-paced production environment.

The pay rate for this position is: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour.

Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.

G-III Apparel Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. | www.g-iii.com

G-III's owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., G-III Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under the Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess?, Kenneth Cole, Levi's, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville and more. G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris and Donna Karan brands.