About the role:
Our client is a fashion retail group with over 50 retail stores in the globe and well-known for its unique brand design and material applications on its RTW collections. The Senior Production Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing the end-to-end production process for its fashion apparel lines. This position requires expertise in apparel manufacturing, strong brand collaboration skills, and a proven track record of driving product innovation. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving abilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the production planning and execution for all apparel product lines with core vendors in PRC
- Collaborate closely with the design (Japan, Singapore and Hong Kong), merchandising, and sourcing teams to translate concepts into viable production plans
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and sustainability
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key vendors, suppliers, and manufacturing partners
- Spearhead the development and launch of new production techniques and technologies
- Lead a team of production coordinators and specialists, providing guidance and mentorship
- Analyze production data and provide recommendations to optimize costs and timelines
- Ensure compliance with all relevant quality, safety, and environmental regulations
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Textile Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum 12 years of experience in production management within the fashion/apparel industry
- Solid project experience in brand collaboration, vendor management and development
- Good sense of fashion detail development and industry knowledge
- Demonstrated success in managing complex, multi-faceted production operations
- Proven ability to foster collaboration and drive innovation across brand and production teams
- Strong technical knowledge of apparel manufacturing processes, materials, and equipment
- Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and project management skills
- Proficient in data analysis and reporting using tools like Excel, Tableau, or PowerBI
- Exceptional communication and presentation abilities, with the ability to influence stakeholders
