G-III Apparel Group

Description

Production Control Manager | G-III Distribution Center

Dayton, NJ

Reporting to: Director of Operations

Location: On-Site in Dayton, NJ Distribution Center

Profile

The Production Control Manager will oversee the planning, coordination and execution of daily order fulfillment activities at the G-III warehouse. This role ensures that production plans align with business demand across all channels, driving efficiency, accuracy and on-time delivery. The Manager will leverage data, systems and cross-functional communication, combining analytical precision with strong leadership skills to deliver consistent results in a dynamic, high-volume warehouse environment.

Key Responsibilities: Daily Planning & Execution

• Develop, communicate, and manage daily production plans based on order volume, SKU mix, store allocations, and e-commerce fulfillment needs.
• Monitor production progress throughout the day, communicate to leaders to make real-time adjustments to staffing and communicate proper priorities to meet cut-off and carrier schedules.
• Collaborate closely with Inventory Control, Allocation, and Transportation teams to ensure accurate and on-time order processing.

Performance & Process Management

• Track and analyze productivity, throughput, and labor efficiency by department and channel.
• Identify bottlenecks, process variances, and opportunities for improvement to enhance service levels and reduce costs.
• Partner with Operations teams to optimize WMS (Warehouse Management System) functions, wave planning, and order flow.
• Lead post-shift reviews to assess performance against plan and recommend operational adjustments.

System & Data Control

• Manage order waves and production sequencing within the WMS to balance workload across departments.
• Maintain data integrity and timely updates to dashboards, reports, and KPIs used for labor forecasting and decision-making.
• Ensure all production control activities comply with company policies and operational standards.

Leadership & Communication

• Lead and develop a team of wave planners and routing clericals.
• Serve as the communication bridge between operations, planning, customer service, and transportation teams.
• Support a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Provide guidance to supervisors and managers on workload forecasting, labor planning, and daily goal attainment.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all production control processes support a safe working environment and compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Promote safe work practices and participate in root-cause analysis of any operational or safety incidents.

Key Competencies

• Planning & Prioritization - Aligns resources with business volume and deadlines.
• Operational Agility - Quickly adapts to shifting priorities and seasonal demand.
• Analytical Thinking - Uses data to anticipate issues and drive improvements.
• Leadership & Collaboration - Builds strong cross-functional relationships.
• Results Focus - Delivers consistent performance in a fast-paced, high-SKU environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Logistics, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in a distribution or fulfillment center, preferably within apparel, footwear, or accessories.
• Strong understanding of WMS (preferably Manhattan Active), labor management, and production planning systems.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex SKU assortments and multi-channel fulfillment environments.
• Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, basic data manipulation, charts, graphs) and data analytics tools; experience with KPI dashboards preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Experience with Lean or continuous improvement initiatives a plus.

The pay range for this position is: $75,000 per year -$85,000 per year

Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.

About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. | www.g-iii.com

G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team's entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.

G-III's owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., GIII Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under Cole Haan, Dockers, Converse, Kenneth Cole, Levi's, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville and more. G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris and Donna Karan brands.