Production Manager & Assistant Merchandise Manager at Talented Recruitment Specialists

• We are looking for an energetic, ambitious, and highly organised individual with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in clothing manufacturing, sourcing, merchandising, and production, including previous management experience.
• The ideal candidate will be adaptable, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

The role will involve responsibilities such as:

• Managing production (local and imports), tracking and critical path timelines across multiple product categories
• Coordinating fabric, trims, and raw material procurement
• Overseeing product development from concept through to production
• Supporting merchandising, planning, and customer requirements
• Conducting quality assurance processes, including sampling and supplier communication
• Managing shipping timelines and coordinating with forwarders
• Negotiating pricing and maintaining profitability targets
• Working closely with buyers, designers, suppliers, and factories to ensure on-time delivery

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong leadership and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Confidence communicating across all levels of business
• Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management experience
• The ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team
• Experience within denim, bottoms, or broader apparel manufacturing would be highly advantageous.