Headwear Production & Sourcing Manager

About This Role

This role involves managing the growing headwear business by coordinating with overseas factories, overseeing production timelines, creating technical documentation, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure timely and high-quality product delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with headwear factories in Vietnam and Bangladesh
• Issue and manage purchase orders with overseas factories
• Communicate regularly with factory partners, accommodating time zone differences
• Utilize and maintain WIP (Work in Progress) reports to track production status and ensure on-time deliveries
• Coordinate overseas travel to visit factories for compliance, quality, and ethical guidelines
• Create and manage tech packs for headwear styles, including construction details, materials, measurements, and artwork
• Assist with production artwork, converting headwear concepts into production-ready files
• Collaborate with sales, production, and art teams to align timelines, priorities, and product expectations
• Oversee and manage headwear inventory, forecasting, and production planning
• Lead and manage the production of 3–4 headwear catalogs per year

Requirements

• Strong experience in headwear or soft goods production
• Excellent communication skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented

Qualifications

• Strong experience in headwear or soft goods production

Benefits