Senior Apparel Production Manager — High-Volume Retail

Insomniac Holdings, LLC; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Insomniac is seeking an experienced Apparel Production Manager to lead the production of a high‑volume apparel division serving major retail accounts. You will manage the full lifecycle from development through delivery, ensuring product quality, on‑time execution, and margin optimization across multiple large programs.

This leadership role reports to the SVP of Consumer Products and requires strong PLM experience, vendor management, and the ability to coordinate cross‑functional teams including

Qualifications

• 7+ years of apparel production experience, focused on private label or major retail programs.
• In-depth knowledge of sustainability compliance, testing, and delivery requirements.
• Proven ability to manage multiple vendors and large seasonal orders.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and time-management skills.
• Strong negotiation and vendor relationship management abilities.
• PLM experience required.
• Proficient in Excel and familiar with production calendars and costing tools.
• Experience managing or mentoring a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full production lifecycle from development through delivery ensuring product quality, on-time execution, and margin optimization across multiple large-scale programs.
• Lead and manage the production calendar, ensuring all key milestones are met across multiple programs.
• Oversee vendor capacity planning and workload distribution to align with order volume and delivery timelines.
• Partner cross-functionally with Graphic Design, Technical Design, Merchandising, and Sales to execute seasonal strategies.
• Negotiate cost, delivery terms, and production lead times with factories to achieve margin goals.
• Anticipate and resolve production challenges, identifying risks and implementing proactive solutions to maintain quality and deadlines.
• Track and approve lab dips, strike-offs, trims, fit samples, and TOPs.
• Ensure all production and testing standards meet retailer compliance and packaging requirements.
• Monitor vendor performance and drive continuous improvement in speed, cost-efficiency, and product quality.
• Collaborate with Compliance and Logistics teams to ensure smooth handoff, booking, and delivery.

Skills

Apparel production

Vendor management

PLM

Excel

Team leadership

Cost negotiation

Production scheduling

Tools

PLM software

Excel

Job description

Insomniac is seeking an experienced Apparel Production Manager to lead the production of a high‑volume apparel division serving major retail accounts. You will manage the full lifecycle from development through delivery, ensuring product quality, on‑time execution, and margin optimization across multiple large programs.

This leadership role reports to the SVP of Consumer Products and requires strong PLM experience, vendor management, and the ability to coordinate cross‑functional teams including