Production Manager London, England
Job description
Role: Production Manager
Terms: Full Time
Location: Flexible – WFH + D+D London HQ
dukeanddexter.com
@dukedexter
ABOUT US
Since 2015, Duke + Dexter has expanded from its London roots into a global community; working with athletes, musicians, artists, designers, photographers and pioneers who do things differently, who go against the grain.
JOB PURPOSE
The new position will take responsibility, under the supervision of the Operations Director and Head of Design, for the development of various product ranges consistent with the Duke + Dexter brand.
Organisational and problem-solving skills are key and will be at the forefront of this position. We are looking for a sharp personality who will own their role in a relaxed, entrepreneurial atmosphere.
The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years’ experience in a similar role.
SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT
- Manage supplier communication, ensuring communication is timely and efficient.
- Continually assess supplier base, building strong relationships to deliver best price, quality product consistent with Duke + Dexter brand values, reliability and lead times.
- Feedback from suppliers to Operations and Design.
- Regular supplier visits for quality control and maintaining strong relationships.
- The ability to pivot and react to complications out of the business’ control.
CRITICAL PATH – PRODUCT BIBLE MANAGEMENT
- Seasonal set up of production critical path.
- Management of the critical path process to achieve delivery deadlines, taking appropriate actions to avoid delays.
- Problem solving any issues, informing and advising the Ops Director of any issues that will cause late deliveries.
- Implementation and updating of all aspects of product info into company systems.
- Full ownership of POs from creation to delivery.
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
- Responsibility from design pack to delivery.
- A full ownership of margin analysis – ensuring all seasonal collections hit the required landed margins.
- Management of labelling and packaging BOMs.
- Sample management.
- Management of the wear testing process.
- Fit and risk assessment on products.
- Souring and technical knowledge of materials eg. fabrics and swatches.
- Management of wholesale production schedules, including sampling, showrooms and bulk.
ABOUT YOU
- Competent Shopify user
- Strong analytical skillset
- Proficient in Excel
- Self-motivated
- Fashion experience, preferably in footwear
- Experienced with ERPs and PIMs
- The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years’ experience in a similar role.
- Strong presentation skills & clear communicator
- Problem solver
CONTACT [email protected]
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £35,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Production Management: 3 years (preferred)
- Fashion retail: 3 years (preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- London (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London
