Import Production Manager

IMPORT PRODUCTION MANAGER

Madhappy is a Los Angeles-based clothing brand made for a community of optimists, born in 2017. Madhappy uses apparel, events, and experimental retail spaces – including its permanent flagship in West Hollywood – to explore a personal expression as a means to an improved state of mind. Its own seasonal stores – with past and present locations including New York City (Soho), Aspen, Miami, East Hampton, and Tokyo – are each designed to reflect their site, while still sharing the brand’s DNA. The brand currently produces a selection of ever-evolving, evergreen classic styles, seasonally available collections and collaborations. Madhappy supports research and awareness in mental health through The Madhappy Foundation (a 501c(3) non-profit) and writes Local Optimist, a print magazine. Each to celebrate us as works-in-progress, and the personal and collective expression that is a part of that.

About the job

We are looking to hire a full-time Import Production Manager on our product team. 

In this position, you will partner with design to ensure timely delivery of high-quality clothing across multiple categories. This role will report to our Director of Product Development and Production.

You must be based in or willing to move to Los Angeles to be considered for this position.

Responsibilities

●      Manage import styles from development through production

●      Negotiate MOQs, deliveries, costs

●      Work closely with cross-functional teams, Design, Sales & PR, to share samples

●      Help solve production problems when they arise

●      Strong follow-up to ensure all pending issues are closed

●      Follow up and review Factory WIPs, T&A’s, CAP reports

●      Communicate regularly on production status and factory ship dates

●      Collect and negotiate development and production costing for trims, fabric, and garments

●      Follow up on testing/inspections and troubleshoot any failures Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors through daily communication

●      Calculate duty rates for import garments Create/update seasonal margin reports

About you

Qualifications

●      Minimum of 5 years experience in import production/development 

●      Knowledge of Garment Construction across Cut & Sew, Wovens, Sweaters & Technical Outerwear categories

●      Must have experience with cost breakdowns and negotiation skills

●      High level of computer proficiency: requirement in Microsoft + Google Suite

●      Experience with product development is required

Characteristics

●      Strong organizational and multitasking skills with a high attention to detail

●      Demonstrates initiative, time management skills and flexibility

●      Excellent communication and follow up skills with ability to work across cultures and collaborate

●      Positive, solution driven attitude Can thrive in a high volume, high traffic start-up environment

Benefits

●      15 days PTO, and 9 days sick pay annually

●      Paid holidays

●      Health, dental, and vision insurance with 75% premium coverage by Madhappy

●      Retirement plans available$600 quarterly health stipends

●      Employee discount and early access to products

About Madhappy

Learn more about our initiatives including Local Optimist, The Madhappy Podcast & The Madhappy Foundation below and via Madhappy.com and @Madhappy.

About Local Optimist

Local Optimist is a space for radical discovery and connection. By focusing on open conversations and mindful exploration, we orient people with reliable, optimistic resources — available at any moment.

About The Madhappy Foundation

The Madhappy Foundation™ is non-profit organization, 501(c)(3) with a mission to improve mental health globally. Through The Madhappy Foundation™, 1% of proceeds from every sale benefit our efforts to raise awareness, fund research, and positively impact the mental health movement.

Learn more here.