Sr Production Manager- Apparel

Who We Are

o5 group is an industry leader in global fashion & apparel design with 40+ years of success across wholesale, e-comm, and marketplace. We are privately held, headquartered in NYC with brand offices in CA — a dynamic portfolio of global brands committed to operational excellence in design, product development, production, sourcing, distribution, and logistics.

With category expertise across full-collection menswear, womenswear, childrenswear, and infant/toddler, we specialize in denim, outerwear, activewear, and loungewear/sleepwear, trusted by top retail partners.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-driven Production Manager to lead end-to-end production across Men’s, Women’s, and Childrenswear categories. This role partners cross-functionally with Design, Merchandising, Sales, Technical Design, Logistics, agents, and overseas factories to deliver product that is on time, on cost, and on quality.

How You’ll Contribute

• Lead daily communication with Design, Merchandising, Sales, Technical Design, Logistics, agents, and overseas factories.

• Own and maintain Production Tracking Reports (PTR) and WIP reports; proactively identify risks and drive recovery plans.

• Support cost breakdowns and margin management, including tracking FOBs, yields, and chargebacks.

• Maintain seasonal factory allocation plans aligned to capacity, lead times, and risk mitigation.

• Manage all testing and compliance requirements; ensure approvals and documentation are complete and audit-ready.

• Track and follow up on all sample deliverables (proto, fit, PP, TOP, and salesman samples).

• Prepare for meetings and fittings; capture notes and distribute action items.

• Maintain complete product files including approvals, orders, PTRs, test reports, and tech packs.

What You Bring to the Team

• 10+ years Experience in fashion/apparel production across multiple categories.

• Prior experience in sourcing and factory/vendor management.

• Strong understanding of margins, costing, and garment construction.

• Proficiency with PLM, Excel, and technical packages.

• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.

Why Join o5 group

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• 401(k) + company-paid life insurance

• Paid Time Off + company holidays

• Commuter benefits

• Hybrid/flexible schedule

• Family-oriented culture

• Responsibility & Sustainability — at o5 group this spans economic, social, and environmental impact.