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Import Production Manager
Negotiate costs and manage timelines for high-quality clothing production across multiple categories.
Los Angeles
Mid-Level
$75,000 - 90,000 USD / year
1 week ago
Madhappy
A lifestyle brand promoting mental health and positivity through clothing and accessories.
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✨ About The Role
- The Import Production Manager will manage import styles from development through production.
- This role involves negotiating minimum order quantities (MOQs), delivery schedules, and costs with vendors.
- The manager will work closely with cross-functional teams, including Design, Sales, and PR, to share samples and resolve production issues.
- Regular communication regarding production status and factory ship dates is a key responsibility.
- The role includes collecting and negotiating development and production costs for trims, fabrics, and garments.
- The manager will also follow up on testing and inspections, troubleshooting any failures that arise.
- Developing and maintaining strong relationships with vendors through daily communication is essential.
- The position requires calculating duty rates for import garments and creating seasonal margin reports.
⚡ Requirements
- The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in import production or development.
- A strong understanding of garment construction across various categories such as Cut & Sew, Wovens, Sweaters, and Technical Outerwear is essential.
- Candidates must possess excellent negotiation skills and experience with cost breakdowns.
- High proficiency in computer applications, particularly Microsoft and Google Suite, is required.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, along with a keen attention to detail, are crucial for success in this role.
- The candidate should demonstrate initiative, effective time management skills, and flexibility in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills are necessary to collaborate effectively across different teams and cultures.
- A positive, solution-driven attitude is essential for thriving in a high-volume, high-traffic start-up environment.
Import Production Manager
Los Angeles
$75,000 - 90,000 USD / year
Procurement & Production
About Madhappy
A lifestyle brand promoting mental health and positivity through clothing and accessories.