Production Manager, Project Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the entire production process, from issuing vendor purchase orders to monitoring production and shipping across all product categories.

• Create and maintain weekly Work In Progress (WIP) reports along with production schedules.

• Proactively identify potential issues, investigate root causes, implement corrective actions, and reduce production risks.

• Establish and nurture relationships with international vendors through regular check-ins and support.

• Work closely with Product Development, Technical Design, Quality Assurance, and Sourcing teams to ensure adherence to design intent and quality benchmarks.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and sustainability standards across the U.S., EU, Canada, Australia, and other regions.

• Maintain production documentation and ensure visibility for leadership and cross-functional teams.

• Initiate process enhancements to improve accuracy, speed, efficiency, and scalability.

• Oversee production for apparel, children's and pet apparel, home goods, handbags, luggage, and accessories.

• Lead comprehensive strategic supply chain initiatives.

• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, deliverables, milestones, and resource allocations.

• Coordinate cross-functional workstreams, facilitate status meetings, and create executive dashboards.

• Identify and address project risks, develop contingency strategies, and escalate critical issues with proposed solutions.

• Promote the adoption of new tools, processes, and systems while providing training and change management support.

• Act as a liaison between internal teams and external vendors, consultants, and technology providers.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 10 years of experience in managing apparel production.

• More than 5 years of experience in people management and leading cross-functional teams.

• At least 3 years of project management experience.

• Deep understanding of apparel production processes, timelines, compliance standards in global markets, and product costing.

• Proven track record in managing overseas vendors and overseeing large-scale, complex production operations.

• Advanced skills in MS Excel, Google Sheets, pivot tables, PowerPoint, or comparable business intelligence tools.

• Strong proficiency in digital collaboration tools such as Slack, WhatsApp, Google Meet, and Zoom.

• Exceptional problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, commitment to follow-through, and accountability.

• Superior written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present to leadership and influence stakeholders.

• Willingness and ability to travel internationally for vendor visits, audits, and production supervision.

🏝️ Benefits

• Generous paid time off.

• Company-sponsored health insurance.

• 5% 401k matching.

• Discounts on all Comfrt products.

• Fully remote working environment.

• Supportive and creative atmosphere that values ideas and growth.

• Purpose-driven organization focused on comfort and mental wellness.