Apparel Production Manager, F1 Apparel

Live Nation Entertainment • Henderson, NV

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Apparel Production Manager to lead production for a high-volume apparel division serving major retail accounts. In this leadership role, you will oversee the full production lifecycle from development through delivery, ensuring product quality, on-time execution, and margin optimization across multiple large-scale programs. This is not a remote position. This position reports into the SVP of Consumer Products.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in apparel production, with a strong focus on private label or major retail / club programs
• In-depth knowledge of strict sustainability compliance, testing, and delivery requirements
• Proven ability to manage multiple vendors and large seasonal orders simultaneously
• 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

Benefits

• generous vacation
• healthcare
• retirement benefits
• student loan repayment
• tuition reimbursement
• six months of paid caregiver leave for new parents including fostering
• perks like Roadie Babies helping new parents care for their babies on work trips
• access to free live events through our exclusive employee ticketing program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees