Head of Production
Job Description
Lonely Ghost is looking for a Head of Production to lead the Production team. This position reports directly to the General Manager with dotted line accountability to the President. The Head of Production works directly with the Creative, Marketing, Operations, and Development team, with strong collaboration with Merchandising and Fulfillment. You will be responsible for managing our entire production process and overseeing the work-flow and critical path across Production and Design.
Duties and Responsibilities
Overseeing & monitoring the production process and drop planning
Overseeing the production and development calendar
Participate in the strategic decision process for the production department
Overseeing supplier relationships to ensure all suppliers meet and maintain delivery, quality, and margin expectations
Ensuring production is cost effective & margin/budget targets are met across the department each season
Ongoing assessment of existing supplier base and sourcing of new suppliers, in consistency with brand strategy
Managing bulk production from order placement to delivery including raw materials, trims, packaging, testing and QC
Overseeing bulk shipping and imports, liaising with logistics, warehouse, finance, sales
Supervising team & reviewing team performance
Monitoring claim statistics and settling claim issues with suppliers
Optimizing and identify costs saving along the production process
Required Skills and Abilities
A minimum of 3+ years of experience leading production teams
Experience managing entire production process
Excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced ever-changing environment
Understanding and alignment with the Lonely Ghost aesthetic
Proficient use of technology (Shopify and other applicable software systems)
Positive attitude and outlook, strong accountability skills
Strong understanding of the retail environment
Maintain an active role with other key members of the Lonely Ghost management team
Education, Experience & Physical Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree or Higher preferred but not required
Previous retail production experience with a clothing/retail/apparel line
What We Offer:
Salary based on qualifications and previous experience
A fast-growing national brand in rapid growth cycle
Flexible/Hybrid Workspace and located in Utah
Full Benefits including Personal Time Off
Please attach your CV, Letter of Motivation and References and Recommendations.