Fashion Production Manager by GINIA GALLOWAY-LEWIS

Job Outlook

371679_2 — 2024-09-09 13:38:11 UTC

The job outlook for Fashion Production Managers is expected to be positive over the next 10 years. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of jobs in this field is expected to grow by 7% from 2019 to 2029.

Job Description

371679_2 — 2024-09-10 01:38:25 UTC

Fashion Production Managers are responsible for overseeing all aspects of production process for clothes and apparel. This includes managing staff, monitoring production processes, and working with designers to create new clothing lines. They may also be responsible for creating cost estimates, tracking inventory, and ensuring quality control standards are met.

Salary

371679_2 — 2024-09-10 01:59:52 UTC

As of July 2024, the total range of pay for a Fashion Production Manager is $80k-$150k per year; however the median pay per year is $110k.

Necessary skills

371679_2 — 2024-09-10 02:05:10 UTC

Fashion Production Managers typically need a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in related industry experience. They should have a good working knowledge of production processes, quality control, and garment manufacturing techniques. Knowledge of project management, budgeting, and scheduling are also important skills. Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills are essential.

Education

371679_2 — 2024-09-10 02:23:20 UTC

To become a Fashion Production Manager, you will need a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a related field such as fashion design, apparel merchandising, textile science, or business administration. You may also need additional certifications or licenses, depending on the company or state you are working in.

Fun Facts

371679_2 — 2024-09-10 02:57:31 UTC

-A lot of fashion production managers are responsible for overseeing matters at domestic and overseas factories where fashion is sampled.

-Production managers may assume the role of event planner, if needed.

-They are responsible for planning the production line of a fashion company's collections.

Opportunity for advancements

371679_2 — 2024-09-10 03:07:44 UTC

Being the Production Manager of a fashion company is one of the highest positions in the management portion of production. However, they can move onto more paying jobs in the fashion industry. For example fashion designers, design directors, or (but not limited to) fashion marketing and PR.

Work cited

371679_2 — 2024-09-10 03:09:35 UTC

Jobzmall

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Glassdor

Indeed

Chron

Work environment

371679_2 — 2024-09-10 03:22:44 UTC

One of the key responsibilities of a fashion production manager is to manage production schedules. They work closely with designers and production teams to ensure that deadlines are met and that the production process is efficient. The job involves planning, coordinating and controlling the manufacturing processes. As a production manager you need to make sure that the costs, quality and number of goods are correct. The hours could depend on the company and how big or small is it. Typically production managers work 40 hour weeks.

Benefits

371679_2 — 2024-09-10 03:30:15 UTC

Depending on the company Production managers can often receive good benefits, including health insurance coverage, a week or two of vacation time, paid sick days, disability benefits and(but not limited to) retirement planning.