Tradewind Services Director of Production

Who We Are:

Archipelago Companies a portfolio of highly successful consumer lifestyle brands is seeking a talented and passionate individual with an entrepreneurial mindset to join our team. Our brands including OluKai Kaenon Melin Roark and Tradewind Services are leaders in their respective markets offering high-quality products and authentic marketing stories direct to consumers. At Archipelago Companies we pride ourselves on our commitment to integrity and we strive to create a culture of excellence in everything we do. If you are a driven and innovative individual with a passion for consumer brands we invite you to apply for our open position and become a part of our dynamic and growing team.

About the Role:

As Director of Production you sit between strategy and execution translating the VPs direction into operational reality across OluKai and Melin. You own the end-to-end production and supply chain process manage key vendor relationships and lead the day-to-day team. Youre a strong operator with the commercial acumen to understand how production decisions affect brand margins and the leadership presence to drive accountability across a cross-functional organization.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Production & Supply Chain Operations

• Own end-to-end production operations across all two brands from PO issuance through factory delivery
• Manage master production calendars seasonal timelines and delivery milestones in alignment with brand plans
• Oversee factory capacity planning and allocation ensuring the right products are placed with the right partners
• Partner with demand planning and finance to align production output with inventory targets and revenue plans

Vendor & Factory Management

• Manage day-to-day and strategic relationships with domestic and international manufacturing partners
• Lead cost negotiations vendor performance reviews and corrective action processes
• Maintain a healthy vendor portfolio evaluating factory capabilities quality and risk on an ongoing basis
• Travel internationally to support factory visits quality reviews and relationship development

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Alignment

• Lead and develop the Production Manager and broader production team
• Serve as the primary cross-functional liaison between production product development logistics marketing and finance
• Drive alignment on seasonal calendars launch readiness and replenishment planning across brands
• Build and refine tools systems and processes that improve team efficiency and visibility

Reporting & Performance

• Own production KPIs on-time delivery cost variance quality rates and inventory accuracy
• Present performance updates and operational risks to the VP and leadership team
• Identify and lead initiatives that drive continuous improvement across the production function

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree required
• 10 years of experience in production supply chain or operations with at least 2 years in a director or senior manager role
• Deep understanding of international production and vendor management preferably in footwear apparel accessories or consumer goods
• Strong grasp of unit economics BOMs landed cost COGS and margin levers
• Proven ability to lead a team and drive cross-functional accountability
• Highly organized with strong systems thinking you build structure where its lacking
• Excellent communicator across all levels of the organization
• Comfortable with international travel

Location & Office Structure: This is an in-office hybrid position mandatory 4 days per week in office in Irvine CA with the option to work from home 1 day per week. On call as needed and subject to change without notice as per company guidelines.

Compensation: The salary range for this position is $115000 to $145000 plus opportunity for annual bonus; salary is based on the experience that you bring to the position.

Benefits and Perks:

• Complimentary chef prepared breakfast and lunch provided Monday - Thursday
• Generous product gift program and all brand discounts
• Growth opportunities within the Archipelago family of brands: OluKai Kaenon Melin Roark
• Company bonus program
• 5 year and 10 year Milestone Anniversary travel gifts
• Medical Dental Vision insurance in accordance with plan guidelines
• Company paid life insurance in accordance with plan guidelines
• 401k with employer match in accordance with plan guidelines
• 15 Days of PTO accrued annually plus one additional day of PTO every year on your anniversary and 3 Floating Holidays per year
• Paid beach and giveback days bi-annual team building events and other in-person celebrations
• Work with talented and great people who share a love of the ocean lifestyle

Archipelago Companies values a diverse inclusive and entrepreneurial workforce and culture and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individuals race color sex gender identity gender expression religion age national origin or ancestry citizenship physical or mental disability medical condition family care status marital status domestic partner status sexual orientation genetic information military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability please contact us at Archipelago will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

Required Experience:

Director