Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Inventory & Production manager to join our team. We are a vertically integrated apparel company manufacturing from yarn through finished goods, operating across DTC and wholesale channels. As our wholesale business scales, we are looking to hire a senior leader to own inventory commitment decisions and production execution.

This role is accountable for what gets made, when it gets finished, and where it goes, while managing the production team and balancing demand, capacity, cash, and space constraints.

Duties

Inventory & Buy Ownership

Own final buy quantities by style, size, and channel

Production Planning & Execution

Lead and manage the production team and translate approved buys into production schedules, line plans and WIP flow targets Own production sequencing and prioritization Monitor and manage, WIP aging, bottlenecks, yield and rework Escalate risks early and propose tradeoffs Implement and own decision gates across; Yarn ? fabric, Fabric ? cut, Cut ? finished goods Maintain optionality as long as possible Ensure production efficiency does not override demand reality

Cross-Functional Leadership

Partner with; demand/forecast owner, DTC/E-commerce and Finance Act as the single point of accountability for inventory outcomes Lead post-season and post-mortem reviews to improve planning accuracy

Accountability & Results

This role is accountable for:

Wholesale fill rate DTC availability Inventory turns Excess & aging inventory Establish and enforce channel allocation rules Decide what inventory converts from fabric/WIP to finished goods and Is delayed, canceled, or capped. Balance inventory exposure against fulfillment space, cash flow, wholesale commitments

Experience

5+ years proven experience in demand planning, supply chain analytics, or inventory management within retail or e-commerce environments. Strong proficiency with ERP systems such as Netsuite or similar platforms; experience with warehouse management systems is preferred. Knowledge of materials management, warehouse distribution logistics, 3PL coordination, and order fulfillment processes. Demonstrated ability in process improvement initiatives using data analytics to streamline operations. Experience working with cross-functional teams Experience in vertically integrated manufacturing Has owned both planning decisions and production execution Comfortable making unpopular calls in constrained environments
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off Store discount Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC V6H 3Y4