Job Details

** If interested in this role, email your resume to ...@ingridandisabel.com with the subject line "Production Manager - Your Name" and confirm that you are in the SF Bay Area and able to work in-office with our hybrid schedule. **

Production Manager

Reports to: Director of Product Management

San Francisco, CA

Position: Full-time, Hybrid (Required in office Tuesday-Thursday)

Job Description:

The Production Manager oversees the entire apparel manufacturing process—from sample development to bulk production—to ensure that garments are produced efficiently, on time, within budget, and meet the company's quality standards. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise in garment construction, and coordination between design, sourcing, and quality control teams. If you're detail-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and love seeing a product come to life, this role is a great fit.

Key Responsibilities:

Production Planning & Coordination:

• Develop and execute production schedules based on sales forecasts and order requirements.
• Allocate resources efficiently to meet production targets and deadlines.
• Coordinate with design, sourcing, merchandising, and quality teams to ensure smooth workflow.

Vendor & Factory Management:

• Manage relationships with local and overseas factories, vendors, and suppliers.
• Evaluate vendor capacity, capability, and compliance with company standards.
• Negotiate production timelines, costs, and delivery terms.
• Conduct regular factory visits to oversee progress and quality.

Quality Assurance & Compliance:

• Ensure all products meet technical specifications and quality standards.
• Implement quality control systems throughout production.
• Address production issues, defects, and rework needs promptly.
• Ensure factories comply with ethical, environmental, and safety standards.

Cost & Efficiency Control:

• Monitor production costs to maintain target margins.
• Identify and implement process improvements for better efficiency and waste reduction.
• Track productivity KPIs such as yield, lead time, and defect rate.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Apparel Production, Textile Engineering, Fashion Management, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in apparel production or manufacturing management.
• Strong knowledge of garment manufacturing processes, fabrics, and finishing techniques.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in production planning tools and Microsoft Excel, previous experience working in Excel and NetSuite a plus.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Why Join Ingrid & Isabel

At Ingrid & Isabel, we've reimagined maternity wear since launching the game-changing Bellaband®. Today, our innovative designs are trusted by millions of moms and sold at leading retailers like Target, Walmart, and Amazon. As part of our small but mighty team, you'll have a real impact on the products moms reach for during one of life's most exciting seasons.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: $95-$110k
• Hybrid schedule with 3 days in our San Francisco HQ
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k options
• Employee discount & more