Sourcing/Production Manager - Executive Placement Network
Secaucus, NJ
About the Job
Sourcing/Production Manager
Location: Secaucus, NJ
Job Type: Direct Hire | Hybrid
Our client, a leader in the home soft goods, apparel, and textiles industry, is seeking an experienced Sourcing/Production Manager to oversee production operations with a focus on Pakistan-based manufacturing. This role requires expertise in costing, managing production timelines, and working directly with US retailers. Ideal candidates will have familiarity with the Faisalabad, Lahore, or Karachi regions and must be willing to travel to factories as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Vendor & Factory Oversight:
- Collaborate with manufacturing factories and vendors in Pakistan to ensure adherence to purchase order requirements.
- Conduct factory visits to monitor production quality and timelines.
- Pre-Production & Production Management:
- Communicate daily with overseas offices to manage pre-production and production delivery issues.
- Maintain and monitor the time and action calendar, addressing and resolving associated issues.
- Review and approve pre-production, TOP, and final samples to confirm they meet previously approved submittals.
- Production Tracking:
- Request and review weekly WIP reports from vendors to ensure adherence to required ship dates.
- Update management daily on production and logistical issues.
- Logistics & Issue Resolution:
- Proactively identify and resolve challenges related to production, quality control, and logistics.
Qualifications
- Experience:
- Proven experience in sourcing and production management for home soft goods, apparel, or textiles.
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes in Pakistan, specifically in Faisalabad, Lahore, and/or Karachi regions.
- Experience working with US retailers is required.
- Skills:
- Strong understanding of production timelines and costing.
- Excellent communication skills for daily interactions with overseas offices and vendors.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Travel:
- Willingness to travel to factories as needed.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary Range: $80,000–$100,000 per year.
- Benefits: Full benefits package provided.
- Work Arrangement: Hybrid schedule (four days in office, one remote).
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a well-established company with a strong reputation in the industry.
- Play a key role in managing global production and ensuring product quality.
- Enjoy opportunities to work with international vendors and US-based retailers.
Executive Placement Network (EPN) is assisting our client in filling this position. EPN is a leading recruiting agency with offices in NYC's Financial District and a network of over 1,400 recruiters. We specialize in executive search and helping clients with their hiring needs.