Production Manager

Job description

Do you have hands-on experience using PLM systems within an apparel or manufacturing environment?

Do you have experience within PPE, technical workwear or performance clothing production?

Do you have a minimum of 3 years' experience in apparel production, sourcing or production management at a senior level?

MacGregor Black is partnering with a global manufacturer of technical protective workwear on the search for a Production Manager based in Doncaster, UK.

The business supplies arc and flame protective clothing to electrical professionals in over 80 countries, with a strong footprint across the UK, Europe and the USA. This role owns end-to-end production across multiple product categories and an international manufacturing base, reporting into the Director of Manufacturing and taking line management of a Production Coordinator. It's a senior, commercially-facing position combining supplier relationship management with hard KPI ownership OTIF, cost, margin and lead time.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end manufacturing across multiple product categories, international partners and raw material supply chains
• Own production KPIs including OTIF performance, lead-time reduction, cost price savings and margin improvement
• Monitor forecast accuracy and adjust production plans and capacity with the Supply Chain team
• Line manage the Production Coordinator and support strategic manufacturing projects and quarterly sprints
• Travel internationally to manufacturing partners to conduct performance reviews and strengthen relationships

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 3 years in apparel production, sourcing or production management, operating at a senior level
• Proven track record managing international manufacturing partners and complex supply chains
• Strong commercial acumen with demonstrable success in supplier negotiation and cost reduction
• Proficient in PLM systems and Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills
• Background in PPE, technical workwear or performance clothing beneficial but not essential

For more information, contact Jordan Molloy.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Doncaster

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

29-09-2026

Profession type

Retail

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English