Director, Production

San Francisco, CA  | |

At Rothy’s, we know there’s a better way to do business, and it starts by putting the planet and its people first. More than 179 million single-use plastic bottles and 629,000 pounds of ocean-bound marine plastic have been transformed into our signature thread, creating wardrobe staples that look just as good as they feel. 

Striving for zero waste, we combine 3D knitting technology and handcrafted assembly to create machine washable styles that don’t compromise on comfort. From classic shoes to carry-everywhere bags, we create essentials for wherever you go.

At Rothy’s, building a sustainable future is at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive environment at our HQ, retail stores and wholly-owned factory, and are growing our community every day. 

About the Team:

Production is always one step ahead. While a lot of functions are responsible for responding to moments in the here and now, this team is always looking towards the future. From finessing the production of our silhouettes to developing new materials, our production gurus work hand-in-hand with our factory team to make sure the wheels of Rothy’s keep turning on our quest for a more sustainable future. 

Reporting to the Chief Supply Chain Officer, the Director of Production will lead key strategic initiatives to deliver high quality products on time. This role oversees the production process and operations, capacity planning with our factory, materials management, achieving GM targets, the go-to-market calendar, and our PLM system. The Director will lead the Production team and work closely with cross-functional counterparts locally as well as at the Factory in China.  A successful candidate will grow the capabilities of our current processes, systems, and calendars to meet the needs of continuous operational improvement for Rothy’s partners in San Francisco, China and future OEMs.

What you’ll do:

Production Planning and Execution:

• Responsible for on-time delivery and quality of all production orders for Footwear and Accessories 
• Responsible for ensuring forecasts are delivered on time for annual/monthly capacity planning and adjust plans as needed
• Lead capacity planning activities in collaboration with the factory
• Managing all PO’s for on time delivery and achieving MOT goals

Manage the chase process, calendars and orders (flexing on planning to meet business demands) 

• Implement and enforce quality control standards to meet company standards 
• Identify and mitigate potential risks in the production process
• Develop contingency plans to address unforeseen challenges in the supply chain
• Responsible for material management including strategies minimize excess materials 
• Collaborate with product development teams for seamless introduction of new products
• Ensure that production processes are scalable to accommodate new product lines

Go-to-Market (GTM) Calendars:

• Develop, maintain and drive adherence to GTM calendar for Product Design, CAD, PD, Merchandising, Merch Planning and Production teams. Focus on continuous improvement and driving efficiencies 
• Serve as the linchpin that binds our team’s collaborative efforts together
• Develop and maintain Chase calendars for HQ teams
• Drive cross-functional milestones meetings, project schedules, workflows, and project status reporting
• Focus on continuous improvement and efficiency in processes

Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Platform:

• Define user requirements for the PLM platform and ensure adherence to process and due dates
• Translate user requirements into functional specifications and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Work towards continuous improvement to ensure we are using the full capacity 
• Explore opportunities to integrate technology for improved efficiency and quality

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Partner with Product Design, CAD, PD, Merchandising, Merch Planning Teams to ensure all deliverables are met to deliver product on time 
• Understand cross functional business needs and deliverables to keep all teams informed of deliverings and/or changes 
• Attend leadership meetings

Operations Processes:

• Oversee operations processes supporting Footwear production and Accessories product development
• Manage purchase orders, product master data, annual budgeting, and production materials

Team Leadership:

• • Lead the Production team through proactive and consistent communication
  • Provide feedback to drive accountability, effectiveness, and development of direct reports

You are:

• Able to present and skillfully negotiate to gain the support and commitment of others
• Able to demonstrate enthusiasm and inspire as a change agent with a passion for results
• Able to influence decision making up, down, and across the organization
• Excited to manage data sets, to synthesize insights, recommend actions, and develop presentations to facilitate communication with stakeholders
• Comfortable navigating a fast-paced environment with limited direction
• A leader by example, coaching team members by sharing knowledge and experiences and acting as a role model
• Able to effectively balance priorities and manage multiple time-sensitive projects at once

You have:

• Advanced understanding of PLM/ERP system functionality
• Certification in PMP is preferred; or equivalent work experience
• Experience making meaningful contributions to strategic and operational decisions
• A commitment to identifying department patterns/trends and building optimal department policies and processes
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills 
• Strong capacity for Change Management to support transformational activities
• Confidence reporting to the Executive team, Product Development leadership and other stakeholders on the progress of ongoing programs and operational KPI’s

Our benefits:

• Generous paid time off
• 401k matching
• Comprehensive health plans for you and your family
• Supplemental mental health benefits
• Monthly wellness reimbursement
• Employee Discount Program!

Pay range:

$196,000 - $231,000 annually

Base pay is one part of the total rewards package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.  This role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

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