**Job Title:** Production & Sourcing Manager
**Job Type:** Full-Time / Remote
**Work Hours:** Monday – Friday, PST
### **Job Overview**
Our client, a globally recognized lifestyle and design brand, is looking for a **Production & Sourcing Manager** to lead end-to-end manufacturing and supplier operations. In this role, you will manage the full production lifecycle-from product concept to final delivery—while ensuring quality, cost efficiency, and on-time execution across multiple product lines.
You will work cross-functionally with design, product development, marketing, and logistics teams to bring creative products to life at scale, while maintaining strong relationships with global suppliers and manufacturers.
### **Responsibilities**
* Manage the full production lifecycle across multiple product lines and SKUs, from development through delivery
* Create tech packs, costing sheets, and production briefs to translate concepts into production-ready specifications
* Source, evaluate, and onboard global manufacturers while negotiating pricing, MOQs, and timelines
* Build and manage production timelines to ensure launches stay on track
* Coordinate with design, marketing, sales, and logistics teams to align on product execution and delivery
* Oversee sampling processes, including reviewing and approving samples with clear feedback
* Track production progress, identify delays, and resolve issues with suppliers proactively
* Ensure consistent product quality across all production runs, including materials, construction, and packaging
* Manage costing to meet margin targets and identify opportunities to improve efficiency
* Support inventory planning and production quantities based on demand forecasts
* Maintain accurate production documentation, purchase orders, and supplier records
* Support retail partnerships with product timelines, requirements, and exclusive launches
### **Must-Have**
* Experience managing end-to-end production and sourcing for consumer products such as apparel, accessories, stationery, or similar
* Strong knowledge of global manufacturing and experience working with overseas suppliers
* Proven ability to negotiate pricing, MOQs, and production timelines
* Experience creating tech packs, costing sheets, and production documentation
* Hands-on experience with product development cycles, including sampling and quality control
* Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workflows
* Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver products on schedule
* Strong communication and supplier management skills
### **Nice-to-Have**
* Experience working in fast-paced consumer brands or licensing-driven environments
* Exposure to inventory planning and demand forecasting
* Experience supporting retail partnerships and product launches