Assoc Mgr Production

Iconic. Approachable. Connected. These are some of the ideas that guide our every day at Janie and Jack. We set ourselves apart with outstanding quality and great care for every detail, from our clothing to our customer service to the people we work with. Are you ready to be a part of the Janie and Jack story?

About the job

The Associate Production Manager supports the product development and sourcing process from design handoff through production, ensuring that each product meets brand standards for quality, cost, and on-time delivery. Working closely with cross-functional teams and global vendors, this role helps execute seasonal strategies, manage product data, and maintain clear communication across all stakeholders. The Associate Production Manager plays a critical role in driving daily execution and supporting the broader sourcing strategy.

What you’ll do

Product Development & Execution

• Support the product development and sourcing process from first proto through final production across multiple categories.
• Coordinate with Design, Merchandising, Technical Design, Production, agents, and factories to ensure all deliverables meet timeline and quality expectations.
• Maintain and update PLM systems to ensure product accuracy, milestone tracking, and data integrity.
• Help manage product development calendars, tracking approvals and deadlines to keep teams aligned and accountable.

Cost & Margin Support

• Assist in collecting and comparing vendor cost quotations to ensure alignment with margin goals.
• Partner with senior sourcing and product development leads on cost engineering opportunities and vendor negotiations.
• Track seasonal costing data to identify trends and potential savings.

Vendor & Supplier Coordination

• Act as the day-to-day contact for vendors and agents, ensuring timely updates on samples, costs, and production readiness.
• Support vendor onboarding, compliance documentation, and performance tracking.
• Communicate delivery or quality risks proactively to the sourcing manager or senior leadership.

Compliance & Quality Partnership

• Collaborate with Technical Design and Quality teams to ensure all fit, materials, and construction standards meet brand requirements.
• Partner with Vendor Compliance and Testing teams to verify all products meet regulatory, safety, and performance standards.
• Assist in resolving production issues and maintaining consistency in product quality.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Design, Merchandising, Logistics, and Finance to align on calendar milestones, delivery timing, and costing accuracy.
• Participate in key seasonal meetings and vendor reviews to ensure transparency and readiness.
• Support communication flow across teams to enable efficient decision-making.

Data & Reporting

• Use PLM and Excel to track seasonal development progress, costs, and vendor KPIs.
• Prepare and distribute weekly tracking reports to provide visibility to cross-functional partners.
• Support data-driven analysis for cost, delivery, and performance improvements.

Team & Process Support

• Provide administrative and operational support to the sourcing and product development teams.
• Assist with process documentation, calendar updates, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with coordinators to ensure sample management, tracking, and system accuracy.

Who you are

• 3–6 years of experience in apparel sourcing, production, or product development.
• Strong understanding of the product creation process and global sourcing timelines.
• Working knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented with the ability to build positive relationships across functions and with global vendors.
• Experience in children’s apparel is a plus

Why you’ll love working with us

The Product: Outstanding collections you’ll be proud to represent —plus, an irresistible employee discount. The People: Join a team known for our incredible talent, camaraderie, and support. The Experience—build a rewarding career with a respected children’s brand.

Let’s talk perks!

• Employee discount at Janie and Jack.
• Paid holidays + Flexible time off.
• Generous Health Savings Account (HSA) employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts and commuter benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance*.
• Employee Assistance Program: financial, legal emotional work/life counseling, health, and wellness, and travel resources.

Actual starting pay for this role is determined by a wide array of factors including but not limited to qualifications, experience, relevant skills, education, and geographic location. Employees are offered a variety of benefits to empower them with the resources and flexibility they need to enjoy success on the job and to live a healthy life. Full-time employees are eligible for medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health and dependent care FSA, life/ad&d insurance, short term and long term disability, commuter benefits, pet benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and 401(k) including matching. All employees are eligible for employee discounts and EAP Resources. All regular, full-time Brand Support Center employees are eligible for the annual discretionary bonus plan.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records