Posted August 13, 2026
Senior Manager, Production - Sportswear
True Religion
El Segundo, CA, US
Full Time
125000USD - 145000USD per year
Job Description
Job Description
Description
THE ROLE (what you are accountable for):
REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
ADDITIONAL ROLE INFORMATION
THE PURPOSE: The Senior Manager, Sportswear – Production is responsible for establishing and directing True Religion's production strategy for the Sportswear category, ensuring the brand delivers high-quality product on time and at the right cost. This role owns the business relationships with finished goods suppliers and sourcing agents, driving lower costs and reduced lead times without compromising quality standards. The ideal candidate will play a key role in building and developing a high-performing production team that improves gross margin, sample delivery timelines, and cross-functional service levels. By protecting the integrity of production data and system reporting, this role gives True Religion the visibility it needs to make sound financial and operational decisions.
THE ROLE (what you are accountable for):
- Own the production strategy for the Sportswear category, ensuring adherence to the product pipeline calendar through close collaboration with Design, R&D, Merchandising, and Materials.
- Represent the Sourcing and Production department at key calendar checkpoints and milestone meetings, upholding department standards.
- Deliver product on time and within cost by proactively planning, coordinating, and managing external vendors, and by identifying and resolving issues that threaten timelines or cost.
- Maintain accurate purchase order files, IMU, style adoption, and fabric liability reporting, and ensure all purchasing system maintenance and reconciliation is complete and accurate.
- Monitor production timelines and purchase order status, reviewing exception reports and recommending solutions to keep orders on schedule.
- Drive True Religion's margin and financial goals across the pipeline by monitoring, reporting on, and influencing cross-functional cost decisions.
- Build and nurture strong vendor partnerships that drive business results and reinforce a culture of transparency, collaboration, and accountability.
- Partner with Merchants on reorders and delivery flow changes, and develop time and action calendars for all managed programs.
- Lead, develop, and retain a high-performing team, setting the tone for company culture and building bench strength for succession.
- Research new manufacturing sources and industry best practices to drive continuous process improvement.
YOU ARE: You bring a strong combination of production and sourcing expertise and apparel manufacturing knowledge, backed by a track record of managing vendor relationships across multiple regions. You are comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment, take ownership of your work, and approach challenges with both rigor and creativity. You communicate clearly, negotiate effectively, and know how to balance competing priorities without losing sight of the bigger picture.
REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
- 8-10 years of experience in Production, Sourcing, and/or Supply Chain roles of increasing scope, complexity, and leadership responsibility
- Deep knowledge of the apparel and non-apparel industry, including competitive strategies and market dynamics
- Strong understanding of production trade regulations, testing protocols, product integrity, production cycle timelines, and fabric and garment construction
- Working knowledge of apparel and fabric manufacturing economics and operations, including lead times, transit times, and manufacturing operations
- Strong analytical and computer skills, with the ability to extract and interpret data from business systems
- Proven ability to influence across multiple functions, areas, and geographies
- Effective problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills that protect relationships while achieving results
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to develop and execute strategic plans, monitor progress, and adjust to achieve objectives
- Ability to anticipate future trends and respond with competitive, creative business solutions
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Experience specifically within the sportswear or activewear category
- Experience working directly with overseas manufacturing partners and agents
- Familiarity with ERP or PLM systems used in apparel production
ADDITIONAL ROLE INFORMATION
- Compensation: The anticipated base salary range for this role is $125,000 – $145,000. This is a full-time, exempt position. This range represents the low and high end of the expected base salary range for this role based on the applicable location. True Religion reasonably expects to pay within this range in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and internal equity.
- Perks: We offer a mix of benefits and perks to support our employees at work and beyond, including health benefits, a 401(k) with employer match, merchandise discounts, commuter benefits, wellness & employee assistance programs, and more.
- Work Model: This role is based in El Segundo, CA and follows a hybrid work model, with an expectation of in-office presence on designated days to support collaboration and business needs.
- Employment Eligibility: Employment with True Religion is contingent upon meeting applicable employment eligibility requirements.
