Senior Manager, Production
J.Crew•New York, NY
•$108,800 - $140,400•Hybrid
About The Position
In this role as Sr. Production Manager, you will lead footwear and accessories product development and production from concept to delivery for the J.Crew and J.Crew Factory brands. This role drives cross-functional collaboration, vendor relationships, and team development while ensuring product excellence and timeline adherence. You'll oversee all production functions, mentor a direct report, and serve as the strategic bridge between design vision and manufacturing execution.
Requirements
- 5-8 years of production experience in fashion, footwear, accessories, RTW or related manufacturing field
- Expertise in footwear and accessories development
- Deep understanding of footwear and accessories
- Experience in garment costing, manufacturing processes, and vendor negotiations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and PLM systems
- Strong communication, organizational, and team management abilities
- Demonstrated ability to manage time and action calendars and meet tight deadlines
Nice To Haves
- Experience with international sourcing and overseas manufacturing partnerships
- Background in fit processes and footwear construction is a plus, but not required
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a team of 3-4 production associates through mentoring, training, and performance management
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners in detailed production and time/action meetings to ensure seamless project execution
- Manage vendor relationships and negotiations, including costing discussions and strategic sourcing initiatives
- Provide innovative solutions for production challenges by monitoring procedures, testing protocols, and quality standards
- Maintain compliance with corporate production calendars and oversee all PLM cost sheet management
- Coordinate fit sessions to ensure proper measurements and sample corrections while maintaining delivery timelines
- Communicate technical construction details with internal teams and overseas manufacturing partners
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Prescription insurance
- Vision insurance
- Family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support)
- Fitness discounts
- Medical travel
- Associate discount across all brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell)
- Summer Fridays
- Community Impact through philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program
- Winter Break for eligible full-time associates at the Home Office
- Paid time off (PTO) package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
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