Production & Sourcing Manager, Baby/Toddler Apparel & Accessories
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Kindred BravelyE-commerce
US - RemoteFull-TimeManager
Salary90000 - 100000 USD per year
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Job Details
- Experience
- 5-7 years
- Required Skills
- Microsoft ExcelGoogle Workspace
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Fashion Design, Merchandising, Product Development, or Business).
- 5-7 years of experience in apparel or accessories product development and production.
- Strong understanding of construction, materials, trims, and manufacturing processes across knit & woven apparel and accessory categories.
- Knowledge of FTC and CPSIA compliance requirements, and can provide guidance on design and production implications.
- Proven ability to manage complex calendars, multiple categories, and overlapping seasons.
- Skilled in cost engineering, vendor negotiation, and margin optimization.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills.
- Proficient in PLM, Excel/Sheets, Google Workspace, and project management tools.
- Experience working with overseas vendors and navigating timezone-driven workflows.
- DTC or fast-paced brand experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Own the development lifecycle for STORQ baby/toddler apparel and accessories, ensuring all styles meet design intent, cost goals, quality standards, FTC and CPSIA compliance regulations, and seasonal timelines.
- Manage proto, fit, and photoshoot sample development, ensuring timely delivery of samples and clear communication of revisions.
- Partner with Design and Merchandising to evaluate materials, trims, and construction options that balance aesthetics, performance, and cost.
- Lead cross-functional milestone meetings (Line Review, Proto Review, Costing Review) and ensure all deliverables are met.
- Analyze development and/or production risks early and propose actionable solutions to maintain calendar integrity.
- Oversee lab dips, strike-offs, artwork approvals, and material testing to ensure compliance with brand standards and regulatory requirements.
- Own seasonal T&A calendars from Proto samples through bulk delivery; proactively identify delays and drive recovery plans with vendors.
- Manage bulk PO execution, ensuring accurate BOMs, approved materials, and on-time production starts.
- Review and negotiate bulk costing, leveraging historical data, vendor capabilities, and margin targets.
- Ensure all testing, compliance documentation (CPSIA and FTC), and quality checkpoints are completed prior to shipment.
- Support wear tests and product performance evaluations to drive continuous improvement.
- Build strong, accountable relationships with global vendors, mills, and trim suppliers.
- Evaluate vendor performance across quality, cost, communication, and on-time delivery; recommend sourcing shifts as needed.
- Work closely with Planning and Merchandising to align development decisions with demand forecasts and margin goals.
- Communicate clearly and consistently across internal teams to maintain transparency and alignment.
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