Senior Production Manager-Womenswear

Naked Wardrobe is seeking a seasoned, hands‑on Senior Production Manager to lead the end‑to‑end execution of apparel production for its contemporary e‑commerce and wholesale fashion brand. The role is responsible for bringing collections to market with precision, exceptional quality, and speed, overseeing seasonal production strategy, managing complex vendor partnerships, and driving delivery performance to support growth, margin objectives, and an elevated customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Set and execute production strategies aligned with seasonal calendars, assortment architecture, and go‑to‑market deadlines.
• Manage time‑and‑action calendars, capacity planning, and the full lifecycle of purchase orders.
• Build and cultivate strategic partnerships with factories, fabric mills, and trim suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and capacity commitments to optimize margins.
• Define and enforce quality standards throughout the lifecycle; partner with Technical Design and QA teams to resolve fit and workmanship issues.
• Lead continuous‑improvement initiatives to streamline workflows, reduce lead times, and improve speed‑to‑market.
• Mentor and lead a production team, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.
• Track KPIs—including unit costs, on‑time delivery, and margin targets—and provide clear reports to leadership on status and risk.

Requirements

• 12+ years of production management experience in the fashion/apparel industry, with at least 8+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven history of scaling production operations in high‑growth, fast‑paced, multi‑channel environments.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP, PLM, and inventory systems; expert‑level Excel skills for reporting and costing analysis.
• Strong experience managing global vendor relationships and navigating cross‑cultural communication.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Fashion Merchandising, Production Management, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Ability to balance speed, quality, and cost with a strategic mindset for both near‑term execution and long‑term growth.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Working Conditions

• 5‑day on‑site role in Calabasas, CA.
• Physical requirement to lift and move up to 30 pounds (samples, garments, materials).
• Frequent travel (25–30%) for factory visits, vendor meetings, and trade shows, including international travel to key manufacturing regions.