Associate Production Manager

WHO WE ARE

At Mizzen+Main, we believe what we wear to work reflects what we think of work. And we think work is fun. We think it’s a place of joy, collaboration, discipline, laughter,the ups and downs, and everything in between all of those things. That’s why we make clothes that make people comfortable. We make clothes that let people breathe and stretch and move and think. We make clothes that let them work. And we have a good time doing it.

Founded in 2012 with the belief that there is a better way, Mizzen+Main is a premium men’s brand with product rooted in performance fabrics and tailored silhouettes. Mizzen+Main is a multi-channel brand, comprised of our Ecommerce site, Retail Stores, and Wholesale Partners across the US, with our headquarters in Dallas, Texas. Our Values are simple and guide everything we do: We Have Commitments, We Think Big, We Act as Owners, We’re People Too, and We Never Settle.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are in search of a detail oriented individual with strong problem-solving and communication skills to join the team as our Associate Production Manager. This is a critical role responsible for ensuring our product is built with integrity, intention, and alignment with our brand vision.  As the sole production lead on a rapidly scaling team, you will be a key contributor to our financial success by negotiating product margins and managing the global production lifecycle. We are looking for an entrepreneurial spirit—someone who doesn't just manage a process but actively creates better ones as we grow our style count and vendor base.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

Negotiation & Financial Impact

• Analyze and negotiate FOB costing based on units and minimums to meet or exceed product margin targets.
• Confirm all costing and deliveries each season for all styles.
• Track and report on department KPIs, specifically On-Time Delivery (OTD) and Air vs. Sea freight percentages to protect margin and inform decision making.

Production Execution & PO Management

• Own the PO lifecycle in partnership with Planning; issue, update, and maintain all purchase orders as necessary to capture approved changes in price or delivery.
• Partner with Product Development to allocate bulk orders based on factory capacity, capability, workmanship, and cost.

Capacity Planning & Global Strategy

• Project annual and style-specific units to vendors and raw material mills to reserve necessary capacity.
• Develop and maintain recaps for management regarding factory and country-specific capacity to manage brand exposure and supply chain diversification.

Agility & Speed to Market

• Lead the management of Time and Action (T&A) calendars and Speed to Market calendars to drastically improve inventory efficiencies.
• Partner with Planning and Merchandising to pre-position fabrics by style or program, allowing for quicker response to market trends.
• Establish and manage "Call Dates" with internal teams and vendors.  Shift away from long-lead seasonal commitments in favor of monthly cut triggers on core items to maintain agility.
• Support replenishment strategies and chase capabilities to drive seasonal agility

Quality Control & Timeline Management

• Oversee quality, compliance, and on-time delivery throughout the production lifecycle.
• Provide vendors with the company’s testing requirements and standards.
• Manage real‑time maintenance of WIP reports and serve as the main point of contact for delivery delays and related communication.  
• Monitor and enforce that all PPS and TOPS are sent and approved for every PO before bulk shipment.
• Partner with logistics to ensure finished goods reach the port on time and product launches stay on schedule.

Factory Partnership & Performance Management

• Build strong operational relationships with mill and factory partners.  
• Evaluate supplier performance related to cost, speed, quality, and reliability and mitigate risk and exposure.  
• Support continuous supplier improvement initiatives including efficiency enhancements, waste reduction, and workflow optimization.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• 3–5 years in apparel production or manufacturing (Men’s premium apparel is a plus).
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and can work independently to refine systems.
• High proficiency in Excel and can translate complex data into actionble timelines with urgency.
• You can build high-trust relationships with external vendors while effectively communicating delays or wins to internal teams.
• A thorough understanding of the product lifecycle and apparel manufacturing.  
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects across different seasons simultaneously.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to a rapidly changing work environment.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as production demands require.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.

Why Mizzen+Main?

Not only are we makers of the best damn dress shirt, but we also strive to create the Best Damn Place to Work. We believe your work self can be your actual self because our office is more than just a place of work, and your job shouldn't be just another one of life's compartments. We build high performing teams and prioritize personal and professional growth and development. Our unlimited PTO and 11 paid holidays support work life balance and the opportunity to stay connected with what's important. We also appreciate leaving the office early, once each quarter, to spend time together socially and learn about one another's whole self, not just our work selves. Do what you love and love what you do. Why wait? Today's a Good Day For It.