Production Manager | DKNY Suits

G-III Apparel Group New York City Metropolitan Area (On-site)

G-III Apparel Group is currently seeking a Production Manager to join the Suits & Separates team, based in New York City

Profile:

The Production Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing the production processes for DKNY woven suit separates and RTW. You will be responsible for managing the production timeline, ensuring quality standards are met, and optimizing efficiency in production operations. Collaborate closely with cross functional partners such as design, technical design, and global sourcing partners.

Reporting to: Director of Production

Brand/Product Focus: DKNY Suits

Location (On-Site): New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze and negotiate garment FOB costing with overseas offices and direct vendors.
• Monitor and negotiate garment costing to meet or exceed corporate margin goals.
• Work with design & merchandising teams as well as partners in overseas teams to supply costing options on marginally challenged styles.
• Issue purchase orders and aid in monitoring the production process.
• Confirm all costing and deliveries each season for all styles.
• Work with buyer and merchandising on any production delivery delays and marginally challenged product.
• Collaborate with Fabric, Design, and Technical Design.
• Daily email communication with logistics regarding air & sea bookings.
• Daily email communication with QC regarding quality issues.
• Work with Sales teams for projections, minimums, deliveries, and sample requests.

Requirements:

• Minimum 7 years of experience in overseas production management.
• Prior experience with suit separates and RTW categories preferred.
• Strong cost negotiating skills combined with a detailed knowledge and understanding of garment cost breakdown.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of product development process.
• Strong Excel and other computer skills.
• Must have the knowledge of how to estimate pricing.
• Knowledge of garment testing.

The pay range for this position is: $80,000 - $90,000 per year.

Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.

About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. | www.g-iii.com

G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.

G-III’s owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., GIII Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under the Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess?, Kenneth Cole, Levi’s, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville and more. G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris and Donna Karan brands.