Production Apparel Manager, Sport

Tuckernuck•New York, NY

5d•$80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Tuckernuck is seeking a Production Apparel Manager to oversee the entire production lifecycle of their private label Sport collection and special projects. This role is crucial for ensuring product quality, speed, and profitability by collaborating with Design, Merchandising, Technical Design, and global vendors. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, adept at problem-solving, and thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial setting that values both process discipline and brand integrity.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in apparel production, preferably in a fashion e-commerce or direct-to-consumer environment
Strong understanding of garment construction, production processes, and fabric knowledge across multiple categories
Experience working with overseas factories and navigating timezone, language, and logistical dynamics
Proven ability to manage timelines, troubleshoot under pressure, and stay organized amidst shifting priorities
Proficiency in Excel
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable working cross-functionally with creative and operational teams
Entrepreneurial mindset and a can-do attitude—excited to be hands-on and solutions-oriented

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with PLM systems and ERP platforms

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end production process for women’s apparel and other verticals, from development through delivery.
Lead weekly production meetings with Merchandising, Design, TD, and Quality to align on calendar, resolve issues, and maintain critical path timelines.
Collaborate with Design and Merchandising on cost targets and production feasibility from proto to bulk.
Communicate daily with global vendors to oversee on-time production, confirm shipping schedules, and troubleshoot quality issues.
Negotiate costs with vendors seasonally; analyze margin performance and drive improvement without compromising quality.
Partner with Technical Design to ensure fit approvals, QA standards, and packaging and label guidelines are met.
Source and develop trims in partnership with Design; manage submissions, tracking, and approvals from development through bulk sign-off.
Maintain the digital and physical trim library, ensuring all components are documented, approved, and accessible across teams.
Ensure accurate PO entry and delivery tracking in ERP/tech systems.
Maintain working knowledge of customs tariffs and freight costs as they relate to landed pricing.
Support vendor sourcing and onboarding as the brand scales.