Production Manager
Now Hiring | Australian Contemporary Designer | Sydney
The Brand |
This Australian Contemporary Designer brand is on the rise globally from showcasing at Paris Fashion Week to the worlds coolest “it” girls with their pieces on high rotation and the most prominent shopping destinations with the brand in stock – you will know and love this brand. This is a significant time of growth with multiple incredible projects underway - we are now searching for a Production Manager to join their team based in Redfern Sydney.
The Role |
Reporting to the Head of Production – this role is central to overseeing the end-to-end production process, ensuring that collections are delivered on time, at the right quality and cost, and aligned with the brand’s technical and creative standards.
Manage seasonal production calendars and Time-and-Action plans from development through delivery.
Coordinate with patternmakers, suppliers, and factories to meet critical deadlines.
Maintain strong supplier relationships across local and offshore manufacturers.
Negotiate costs, lead times, and production terms in line with margin and delivery objectives.
Oversee sampling and pre-production process including fit approvals and BOM sign-off.
• Collaborate closely with design and development teams to maintain product integrity.
Enforce QC standards across all production stages—from raw materials through final inspection.
Identify and resolve production issues early to prevent delays or quality concerns.
Track and manage production budgets, costings, and material usage.
Identify efficiencies across production workflow and supplier performance.
Work closely with design, tech, logistics, and finance to ensure seamless handover and execution.
The Skillset |
6+ years in fashion production or product development, preferably in contemporary or designer RTW
Excellent supplier negotiation and vendor management skills
Strong systems (ERP/PLM) skills and excel efficiencies
Strong understanding of garment construction, sampling, and critical path management
Experience with overseas production
Highly detail-oriented, organised, and calm under pressure
The Talent Mill Recruitment division is a bespoke consultancy and talent acquisition specialist within the fashion, lifestyle and retail industries. With more than 10 years specialist expertise with luxury, lifestyle & fashion brands globally we discover, recognize, and connect inspiring individuals to the most desirable brands as a trusted support to founder-led start-ups, SME’s and multinational corporations within the fashion & retail industry.
Recruitment – but make it ethical not transactional. Quality over quantity – always. Truly consultative and delivered at pace. We hold a genuine passion and expertise for the industries we support, and offer a unique and modern recruitment proposition – one where we develop long term, meaningful connections, add value and deliver an unforgettable service.