Director of Product Development and Production - Apparel
Director of Product Development and Production - Apparel
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$ 150000 - 175000
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Job Description
Founded in 2000 FAM Brands designs manufactures and sells mens and womens sportswear and active wear apparel to major retailers big box stores and specialty boutiquesacross the country and throughout the portfolio of proprietary brands features Marika Wildfox Three Dots and Balance Collection while a partial list of licensing partners includes Orvis Jessica Simpson Eddie Bauer and Woolrich.
With the capacity to produce over 75 million units per year our mission continues to be making top-quality apparel accessible to everyone at an impressive value and an irresistible price.
Thats the FAM Brands difference.
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly experienced execution-focused Director of Product Development & Production to lead the end-to-end lifecycle of apparel programs across multiple categories brands and retail channelsincluding club off-price and mass market. This role is responsible for managing development and production from initial concept through final delivery ensuring that product execution aligns with company objectives for cost quality speed and margin.
You will oversee cross-functional teams build vendor relationships and ensure that licensed and owned brand programs are developed and delivered to the highest standards. This is a critical leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced high-volume apparel environment and understands how to move product efficiently at scale.
Key Responsibilities:
Product Development Leadership: Oversee seasonal development across multiple categories and brands; ensure product aligns with merchandising design cost and fit standards
Production Strategy & Execution: Own production timelines and allocation strategy across factories; monitor WIP and proactively manage risk around raw materials capacity or calendar delays
Vendor Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with global factory partners; lead negotiations around cost lead time capacity planning and compliance
Costing & Margin Ownership: Drive margin performance by leading product costing conversations from early development through final PO; implement cost engineering where needed
Calendar Management: Develop and enforce cross-functional development and production calendars; ensure all milestones are met from proto and SMS to TOP and delivery
Compliance & Testing Oversight: Partner with QA/Compliance teams to ensure all products meet regulatory and customer-specific standards (including labeling testing packaging and restricted substances)
Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate daily with Design Merchandising Sales Technical Design and Logistics to deliver on-time profitable and brand-right product
Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of Product Development Managers Production Managers and Coordinators; drive process improvements and team accountability
Reporting & Risk Management: Provide weekly reporting on T&A status margin performance and delivery risk; resolve issues before they impact customer deliveries
Skills & Qualifications:
1015 years of experience in apparel product development and production with a strong background in high-volume or fast-turn programs
Experience managing licensed programs and navigating licensor requirements (e.g. GAP Orvis Woolrich Banana Republic Express etc.)
Deep knowledge of apparel construction global sourcing cost negotiation and manufacturing timelines
Strong understanding of retail-specific compliance standards for club off-price and mass retailers (e.g. Costco Sams Club TJX Nordstrom Rack etc.)
Expertise in PLM systems (Centric preferred) Excel and cost sheet management tools
Proven leadership and team management skills in a matrixed organization
Ability to manage multiple product categories and programs simultaneously
Bachelors degree in Apparel Production Product Development Supply Chain or related field
Location Notice:
This is a full-time onsite role based at our current headquarters in Bell CA. In Q1 of 2026 we will relocate to our new corporate office in Beverly Hills CA (90210). Candidates must be available to work onsite at both locations.
Why Join Us:
FAM Brands is home to a fast-paced entrepreneurial product engine supporting some of the most recognized names in apparel. As Director of Product Development & Production youll take the lead on delivering product that performson-time on-cost and on-brand. If youre a strategic operator who knows how to balance urgency with excellence and has the credibility to lead both teams and vendors this is your next big opportunity.
COMPENSATION
At FAM Brands we are committed to fair and transparent compensation. Salary ranges for positions are based on job level location and market data. We offer competitive benefits and are dedicated to equal pay for equal work. Specific salary offers depend on each candidates qualifications and experience.FAM Brands also offers all employees participation in our annual bonus program (Non-Sales) or commission program (Sales).
Compensation Range
$150000 - $175000 USD
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
