Merchandise Production Manager

Job Description

Fabletics is looking for a Merchandise Production Manager.

How do you fit in?

The Merchandise Production Manager for Graphics owns the graphics chase program end-to-end for the Fabletics businesses using in-house blanks — including special print projects for collaborations and licensing. As the sole driver of this business, you will set the strategy and execute every step of it: prototyping, costing, PO management, vendor communication, and on-time delivery. You will define the calendar, manage the vendor base, and partner closely with merchandising, design, and accounting to bring graphic product to market on a condensed timeline.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on operator who thrives on full ownership — equally comfortable shaping a roadmap and chasing down a sample. You move fast, manage many concurrent projects without losing detail, and bring the urgency and accountability that a sole-driver role demands.

The Merchandise Production Manager role will report to the Sr. Director, Product Development & Sourcing – Men’s.

What you will do:

• Own the graphics chase program end-to-end — strategy, calendar, execution, and delivery — as the sole driver of the business

• Partner with merchandising and buying teams to analyze demand and translate it into a seasonal graphics buy plan

• Collaborate with design to develop and approve all graphics programs using in-house blanks; manage artwork, pitch sheets, and revisions with the printer

• Build the full cost picture for every style — partner with accounting on blank costs and negotiate print, setup, freight, and duty costs with vendors to produce tiered quotes

• Manage sample development end-to-end: order blank samples, route prototypes, and drive approvals against the calendar

• Lead special print projects for collaborations and licensing — gather required briefs and assets from cross-functional teams, build T&A calendars, and keep all partners on track to milestones

• Create style numbers and BOMs in PLM, pull blank inventory, and coordinate shipment of blanks to vendors

• Send monthly buys to each vendor and partner with the offshore team to create, reconcile, and recap all POs for the graphics business

• Own daily vendor communication and maintain a live WIP report; review weekly with the Sr. Director

• Define, document, and continuously optimize the graphics calendar and end-to-end process

• Source, vet, and onboard new domestic printers and embellishers to support category expansion

What you can bring:

• 5+ years of production experience including working with domestic vendors

• 3+ years of experience working in PLM and purchase order creation systems

• Operational knowledge of inventory management, logistics, and fulfillment

• Bachelor's degree in business, apparel manufacturing, or product development

• Experience with screen printing, embroidery, and other embellishment

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency in MS Excel, with the ability to use lookup functions and create pivot tables

• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask, prioritizing as needed to meet deadlines

• Able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a high level of collaboration, urgency and accountability

• Ideal candidate brings foundational AI literacy, including experience using generative AI tools, and a proactive mindset to experiment with new technologies to drive productivity and innovation.

Where we are:

• This role will be based in our El Segundo Headquarters

Compensation & Total Rewards:

At Fabletics, we believe work and life should fit together! We continue to build a culture of flexibility, to empower you to do your best and put yourself first. Our Total Rewards program rewards employees for their hard work, supporting their health, well-being, families, and ultimately their life journey. Total Rewards at Fabletics includes:

-Hybrid Work Schedule*

-Discretionary Paid Time Off*

-Summer Fridays*

-Healthcare Plans

-Employee Discounts

-401k

-Annual Bonus Program

-Equity Program*

-And More

*Varied for retail, fulfillment and fully remote roles.

The annual base salary range for this position is from $94,000-$110,000. The range provided includes the base salary that Fabletics expects to pay for the role. Offered base salary will be dependent on factors including the scope and complexity of the role, candidate’s related work experience, subject matter expertise and work location.

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Fabletics, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, compensate, develop, and promote regardless of race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable. At Fabletics, Inc., we champion a vibrant workplace culture that thrives on diversity law and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment. We are one team from many backgrounds, innovating through diversity of individuals, who are driven by passion for creating an inclusive space for all. Fabletics, Inc. will continue to champion a workplace culture that prizes diversity and inclusivity.

We encourage you to apply regardless of meeting all qualifications and/or requirements.