PRTNR Recruiting is hiring: Production Manager - Denim in Los Angeles

Our client, a private-label denim brand, is hiring an experienced and driven Production Manager to lead their Walmart account. This role requires a proactive, solutions-oriented professional to oversee all aspects of production and ensure efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. As the Production Manager, you will maintain the product excellence and consistency Walmart expects while working closely with our suppliers and internal teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Manage Walmart's entire denim production cycle, from initial development through to final delivery, ensuring timelines, quality, and cost targets are met.
2. Establish strong partnerships with denim mills, factories, and suppliers, aligning with Walmart’s quality and compliance standards.
3. Quality Assurance: Implement and uphold quality control measures, perform audits, and resolve production issues quickly to meet Walmart’s standards.
4. Cost & Inventory Optimization: Analyze and manage production budgets, inventory, and logistics to streamline costs without compromising quality.
5. Compliance & Sustainability: Ensure all practices comply with Walmart's strict standards, including ethical sourcing, sustainability, and quality.

REQUIREMENTS

1. Experience: 5+ years in apparel production, focusing strongly on denim; prior experience working on Walmart or major retail accounts is A MUST.
2. Excellent project management and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in PLM systems, Excel, and other relevant production software.
3. Leadership & Communication: Strong interpersonal and leadership skills for managing supplier relationships and internal collaboration.
4. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Retail Link.