Apparel Production Specialist

Job Type: Full-Time Contractor

Workplace: Remote

Schedule: Monday–Friday. The schedule will fall within standard business hours between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM, totaling 8 productive hours per day (PST)

Compensation: $1,500 - $2,500 USD (DOE)

About HireHawk

At HireHawk, we connect top global talent with high-performing U.S. companies. Our focus is on finding exceptional professionals who bring both expertise and drive to every role. We’re passionate about helping candidates grow their careers while supporting our clients with reliable, remote-ready talent that makes an impact from day one.

We are seeking a highly execution-driven Apparel Production Specialist to own and manage end-to-end production across our clients Global DTC and Amazon channels. This role is responsible for the full production lifecycle—from purchase order issuance through final delivery—ensuring speed, accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence across a global vendor network.

This is a highly cross-functional role requiring strong vendor management, systems expertise, and operational discipline in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Responsibilities:

Production Ownership:

• Manage the complete production lifecycle (PO issuance → bulk production → final delivery).
• Maintain and execute detailed production calendars across DTC and Amazon programs.
• Track WIP, monitor milestones, and proactively resolve delays or risks.
• Translate sales forecasts into clear, executable production plans.
• Ensure accuracy in costing, production timelines, and delivery commitments.

Global Vendor and Outsourcing Management

• Manage and develop international vendor partnerships across Asia, Africa, and multi-region sourcing networks.
• Oversee capacity planning, pricing alignment, and vendor performance.
• Ensure compliance with PP, TOP, and final inspection standards.
• Proactively mitigate production delays, quality risks, and compliance issues.

Amazon & DTC Channel Execution

• Manage production requirements specific to Amazon Marketplace.
• Ensure compliance with Amazon packaging, labeling, bundling, and hard-pack requirements.
• Support complex packaging programs, including bundle configurations.
• Coordinate with fulfillment partners and 3PLs to meet DTC launch calendars and delivery deadlines.

Cross Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Product Development, Sales, QA, Logistics, Planning, and 3PL teams.
• Provide accurate WIP reporting and production updates to stakeholders.
• Utilize Slack and project management tools (e.g., Asana) for transparent communication.
• Ensure operational alignment from development handoff through final shipment.

Requirements:

• 5–8 years of apparel production experience in high-volume environments.
• Strong experience managing end-to-end production.
• Hands-on experience with NetSuite, Centric PLM, and Anvyl (Sage).
• Advanced Excel skills (costing, WIP reporting, production calendars).
• Proven ability to manage compressed timelines and evolving forecasts.
• Experience managing multi-region vendor networks.
• Deep knowledge of production compliance and inspection processes.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate complex international production environments.
• Experience supporting Amazon Marketplace production requirements.
• Strong understanding of Amazon packaging compliance standards.
• Familiarity with DTC fulfillment models and launch cadence planning.