Manager PD & Production, Denim & Leather

Reformation • Los Angeles, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Product Manager – Denim and Leather owns the full lifecycle of product development and production for Reformation’s denim and leather category. The role combines product development and sourcing responsibilities to ensure products meet the company’s aesthetic, sustainability, cost, and delivery goals. The ideal candidate has expertise in denim and leather construction, wash, costing, and vendor management.

This is a full-time, Monday–Friday, on-site position at Reformation’s Vernon headquarters. The role reports to the Associate Director of Denim and Leather and may require domestic and international travel.

Requirements

• 4–6 years of experience in denim and leather product development, sourcing, or production.
• Proven knowledge of denim and leather fabrics, wash processes, and construction.
• Strong problem-solving and cost negotiation skills.
• High attention to detail and calendar management skills.
• A sustainability mindset.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Design, Fabric, and Merch teams to deliver the aesthetic vision through innovative and sustainable denim and leather development.
• Drive the wash process from research and development through TOP approval, ensuring styles meet Reformation standards.
• Own vendor allocation, source new partners, and optimize factory performance.
• Negotiate costing and terms while upholding ESG commitments.
• Manage T&A from purchase order placement through delivery, proactively mitigating risks and resolving issues.
• Ensure calendar adherence and on-time execution of monthly assortments.
• Serve as the central point of contact across Design, Merch, TD, Fabric, and Planning teams.
• Deliver weekly updates on style status, risks, and cost performance.

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored private medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
• Commuter benefits.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and company holidays, for eligible employees.
• Retirement planning support for eligible employees, including the option to invest in ESG-aligned funds.
• Fertility care support through Carrot and up to $5,000 USD reimbursement for related fertility expenses after one year of employment.
• Clothing discount.
• Culture events, including Ref Values week and Volunteer Time Off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed