Director, Production & Global SourcingJanie and Jack LLC • San Francisco, CA, US
Director, Production & Global Sourcing
Janie and Jack LLC • San Francisco, CA, US
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[job_card.job_description]Oversee the complete product lifecycle—from concept, design, and development through bulk production—ensuring seamless alignment across Design, Merchandising, Technical Design, Planning, Agents, and Factories. Utilize PLM system to manage product data and costing, track milestones, and improve communication across global teams. Create and maintain product development and sourcing calendars to ensure alignment and accountability across all departments. Partner with cross-functional peers across Design, Merchandising, Logistics to align product strategy, costing, timelines, and business priorities. Lead, mentor, and develop a fun-loving and dedicated team of product development and sourcing professionals. Lead cost-engineering initiatives and vendor negotiations to achieve margin and AUC targets. Balance quality, functionality, and commercial objectives to deliver best-in-class value across categories. Grow, manage, and evaluate a global vendor base to ensure agility, compliance, and competitiveness. Develop partnerships that drive value, reliability, innovation, and shared growth. Prepare and oversee seasonal cost and margin reports to support business planning. Monitor factory KPIs to track supply chain performance, quality, and delivery metrics, and present actionable insights to leadership. Partner closely with Technical Design and Quality teams to ensure construction, materials, and fit standards meet or exceed brand expectations. Collaborate with Vendor Compliance and Testing teams to confirm all products meet regulatory, safety, and performance standards across markets. Drive resolution of production challenges while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. 8+ years of experience in global sourcing, product development, and apparel manufacturing. Proven success leading complex, multi-country sourcing operations and vendor strategies. Experience in children’s wear is preferred. Strong leadership and team-building skills with the ability to inspire and develop teams. Strong negotiator with deep understanding of cost drivers, vendor economics, and global trade dynamics. Technical knowledge of apparel construction, materials, and production processes. Proficiency in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems and large data sets. Excellent communication skills. Organized, analytical, and results-driven with a strategic, growth-oriented mindset. Employee discount at Janie and Jack Paid holidays and flexible time off Generous Health Savings Account (HSA) employer contributions for individuals and families Flexible Spending Accounts and commuter benefits Life insurance Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Employee Assistance Program with resources like financial and legal assistance, emotional work / life counseling, health, and wellness resources, travel assistance
Job Description
Job Description
Iconic. Approachable. Connected. These are some of the ideas that guide our every day at Janie and Jack. We set ourselves apart with outstanding quality and great care for every detail, from our clothing to our customer service to the people we work with. Are you ready to be a part of the Janie and Jack story?
About the job
The Director of Product Development and Global Sourcing leads the end-to-end product development process—from first sample through final production—to deliver high-quality, commercially successful products that reflect the brand’s vision and values. This role combines strategic leadership, operational excellence, and cross-functional collaboration to drive margin improvement, product innovation, and supplier performance across global markets.
What you’ll do
Strategy & Vision
- Execute the brand’s long-term product development and global sourcing strategy to align with business objectives and evolving market dynamics.
- Execute initiatives that strengthen capacity, innovation, vendor partnerships, expand regional capabilities, and drive sustainable growth across sourcing regions, including coordination with raw material strategy and execution.
Product Lifecycle Management
Cross-Functional & Team Leadership
Margin & Supplier Optimization
Compliance & Quality Excellence
What you’ll bring
Why you’ll love working with us
The Product : Outstanding collections you’ll be proud to represent —plus, an irresistible employee discount. The People : Join a team known for our incredible talent, camaraderie, and support. The Experience—build a rewarding career with a respected children’s brand.
Let’s talk perks!
Actual starting pay for this role is determined by a wide array of factors including but not limited to qualifications, experience, relevant skills, education, and geographic location. Employees are offered a variety of benefits to empower them with the resources and flexibility they need to enjoy success on the job and to live a healthy life. Full-time employees are eligible for medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health and dependent care FSA, life / ad&d insurance, short term and long term disability, commuter benefits, pet benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and 401(k) including matching. All employees are eligible for employee discounts and EAP Resources. All regular, full-time Brand Support Center employees are eligible for the annual discretionary bonus plan.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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