Vice President of Production Jobs
Vice President of Production jobs are open across entertainment, manufacturing, and media, with specializations in content production, operations, and supply chain management, at every level from director-track to C-suite-adjacent senior vice president. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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PREMIER BRANDS GROUP HOLDINGS
Iconic by Nature, Exceptional by Design
Premier Brands Group Holdings, A Global Leader in Apparel, Jewelry and Accessories Design
Driven by excellence and innovative talent, Premier Brands Group is a leading, global apparel group of iconic brands, offering a diverse portfolio in denim, women?s apparel, and jewelry.
Premier Brands Group is comprised of three distinct businesses that create top-tier brands for the discerning consumer. One Jeanswear Group designs and distributes a distinguished portfolio of branded and private label Jeanswear throughout North America.
An apparel industry leader for 30+ years, The Kasper Group has remained committed to excellence in offering iconic brands and relevant womenswear designs.
The Jewelry Group has a 20+ year legacy of developing, sourcing and selling elevated fashion jewelry pieces, with a design-centric point of view.
Our legacy is rooted in our rich portfolio of the most covetable denim, apparel, jewelry and accessories brands
VICE PRESIDENT, SOURCING & PRODUCTION
We are seeking an accomplished Vice President of Sourcing & Production to lead global sourcing strategies and oversee production operations across denim, woven bottoms, sportswear, and related wholesale apparel categories.
This executive-level position requires extensive experience in international manufacturing, strategic sourcing, vendor development, production management, and cost optimization. The ideal candidate will bring established global factory relationships, strong commercial acumen, and a demonstrated ability to build and manage efficient, scalable sourcing and production operations.
The Vice President will be responsible for driving manufacturing excellence, improving profitability, strengthening global vendor partnerships, and ensuring consistent quality and on-time delivery across multiple product categories and retail channels.
Key Responsibilities
Global Sourcing & Vendor Development
- Develop and execute comprehensive global sourcing strategies supporting denim, woven bottoms, woven apparel, and cut-and-sew knit categories.
- Identify, evaluate, and establish strategic manufacturing partnerships throughout Asia and other key international sourcing regions.
- Leverage established factory networks to secure competitive pricing, reliable production capacity, and consistent product quality.
- Lead factory selection, qualification, negotiations, and ongoing vendor performance management.
- Diversify sourcing capabilities across multiple countries to optimize costs, minimize risk, and support business growth.
- Evaluate and develop overseas sourcing offices, production teams, and quality assurance operations.
Production Management & Execution
- Provide strategic and operational oversight of the full production lifecycle, from initial product development and sampling through manufacturing and final delivery.
- Oversee production planning, factory capacity allocation, order placement, and delivery schedules.
- Ensure production execution meets established cost, quality, and delivery expectations for major wholesale and retail customers.
- Partner closely with Design, Merchandising, Technical Design, Sales, and Logistics to facilitate efficient product development and production processes.
- Identify and resolve manufacturing challenges, capacity constraints, and production delays.
- Establish standardized procedures and reporting systems to improve production visibility, accountability, and operational efficiency.
Costing, Negotiations & Profitability
- Direct global costing initiatives and negotiate competitive manufacturing and sourcing agreements.
- Analyze manufacturing costs, fabric and trim expenses, and production efficiencies to identify margin improvement opportunities.
- Implement sourcing and operational strategies that improve profitability without compromising quality or delivery.
- Evaluate vendor pricing, manufacturing capabilities, and overall cost competitiveness.
- Partner with senior leadership to support financial objectives, business planning, and cost optimization initiatives.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Oversee quality assurance programs to ensure products meet established manufacturing specifications and retailer requirements.
- Establish and maintain factory quality standards, inspection procedures, and corrective action processes.
- Ensure manufacturing partners adhere to applicable social compliance, ethical sourcing, and regulatory standards.
- Coordinate factory audits, third-party inspections, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Implement processes to reduce product defects, improve manufacturing consistency, and maintain customer satisfaction.
Operational Leadership & Business Growth
- Lead and develop domestic and international sourcing, production, and quality assurance teams.
- Evaluate existing organizational structures, workflows, and production systems to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Build scalable sourcing and production capabilities to support business expansion and increased production volume.
- Develop strong relationships with internal leadership, overseas manufacturing partners, and key business stakeholders.
- Drive operational improvements through process standardization, team development, and effective resource allocation.
- Support the integration of additional brands, product categories, and manufacturing operations as business needs evolve.
PREMIER BRANDS GROUP HOLDINGS
Iconic by Nature, Exceptional by Design
Premier Brands Group Holdings, A Global Leader in Apparel, Jewelry and Accessories Design
Driven by excellence and innovative talent, Premier Brands Group is a leading, global apparel group of iconic brands, offering a diverse portfolio in denim, women?s apparel, and jewelry.
Premier Brands Group is comprised of three distinct businesses that create top-tier brands for the discerning consumer. One Jeanswear Group designs and distributes a distinguished portfolio of branded and private label Jeanswear throughout North America.
An apparel industry leader for 30+ years, The Kasper Group has remained committed to excellence in offering iconic brands and relevant womenswear designs.
The Jewelry Group has a 20+ year legacy of developing, sourcing and selling elevated fashion jewelry pieces, with a design-centric point of view.
Our legacy is rooted in our rich portfolio of the most covetable denim, apparel, jewelry and accessories brands
VICE PRESIDENT, SOURCING & PRODUCTION
We are seeking an accomplished Vice President of Sourcing & Production to lead global sourcing strategies and oversee production operations across denim, woven bottoms, sportswear, and related wholesale apparel categories.
This executive-level position requires extensive experience in international manufacturing, strategic sourcing, vendor development, production management, and cost optimization. The ideal candidate will bring established global factory relationships, strong commercial acumen, and a demonstrated ability to build and manage efficient, scalable sourcing and production operations.
The Vice President will be responsible for driving manufacturing excellence, improving profitability, strengthening global vendor partnerships, and ensuring consistent quality and on-time delivery across multiple product categories and retail channels.
Key Responsibilities
Global Sourcing & Vendor Development
- Develop and execute comprehensive global sourcing strategies supporting denim, woven bottoms, woven apparel, and cut-and-sew knit categories.
- Identify, evaluate, and establish strategic manufacturing partnerships throughout Asia and other key international sourcing regions.
- Leverage established factory networks to secure competitive pricing, reliable production capacity, and consistent product quality.
- Lead factory selection, qualification, negotiations, and ongoing vendor performance management.
- Diversify sourcing capabilities across multiple countries to optimize costs, minimize risk, and support business growth.
- Evaluate and develop overseas sourcing offices, production teams, and quality assurance operations.
Production Management & Execution
- Provide strategic and operational oversight of the full production lifecycle, from initial product development and sampling through manufacturing and final delivery.
- Oversee production planning, factory capacity allocation, order placement, and delivery schedules.
- Ensure production execution meets established cost, quality, and delivery expectations for major wholesale and retail customers.
- Partner closely with Design, Merchandising, Technical Design, Sales, and Logistics to facilitate efficient product development and production processes.
- Identify and resolve manufacturing challenges, capacity constraints, and production delays.
- Establish standardized procedures and reporting systems to improve production visibility, accountability, and operational efficiency.
Costing, Negotiations & Profitability
- Direct global costing initiatives and negotiate competitive manufacturing and sourcing agreements.
- Analyze manufacturing costs, fabric and trim expenses, and production efficiencies to identify margin improvement opportunities.
- Implement sourcing and operational strategies that improve profitability without compromising quality or delivery.
- Evaluate vendor pricing, manufacturing capabilities, and overall cost competitiveness.
- Partner with senior leadership to support financial objectives, business planning, and cost optimization initiatives.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Oversee quality assurance programs to ensure products meet established manufacturing specifications and retailer requirements.
- Establish and maintain factory quality standards, inspection procedures, and corrective action processes.
- Ensure manufacturing partners adhere to applicable social compliance, ethical sourcing, and regulatory standards.
- Coordinate factory audits, third-party inspections, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Implement processes to reduce product defects, improve manufacturing consistency, and maintain customer satisfaction.
Operational Leadership & Business Growth
- Lead and develop domestic and international sourcing, production, and quality assurance teams.
- Evaluate existing organizational structures, workflows, and production systems to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Build scalable sourcing and production capabilities to support business expansion and increased production volume.
- Develop strong relationships with internal leadership, overseas manufacturing partners, and key business stakeholders.
- Drive operational improvements through process standardization, team development, and effective resource allocation.
- Support the integration of additional brands, product categories, and manufacturing operations as business needs evolve.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance
- Food & Beverage
- Sports & Recreation
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in vice president of production jobs.
- 10 or more years of progressive production management or operations leadership experience
- Demonstrated experience managing large cross-functional teams and production budgets
- Proficiency with production planning software, ERP systems, or studio production tools
- Bachelor's degree in production management, operations, film, or a related field
- Track of delivering projects on time and within budget at scale
- Strong knowledge of quality control, compliance, and production workflow optimization
Tips for Your Vice President of Production Job Search
Quantify production scale on your resume
VP-level production roles require proof of scope. List the budget size you managed, the headcount you led, and the output volume you delivered. Reviewers want numbers that signal you can run a full operation, not just contribute to one.
Tailor your resume to the production type
A manufacturing vice president of production resume reads very differently from an entertainment or digital media one. Align your language, tools, and metrics to the specific production environment before you apply, so your experience reads as directly relevant.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists vice president of production openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target companies in active production growth
VP of production hires spike when a company is launching a new product line, expanding a studio, or scaling a facility. Look for companies that have recently announced funding, plant expansions, or new content slates, those openings are real and urgent.
Prepare a cross-functional leadership narrative
Interviewers for this role push hard on how you manage conflict between creative, finance, and operations teams. Have two or three specific examples ready that show you resolved a resource or timeline dispute without losing key stakeholders on any side.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate compensation
Before accepting any VP of production offer, clarify what P&L ownership you hold, whether capital expenditure decisions require sign-off above you, and which teams report directly to you. These structural details determine how much authority the title actually carries.
Vice President of Production Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most vice president of productions?
Perdue, NBCUniversal, and Penske Media are hiring the most vice president of productions right now, with openings concentrated in California, New York, and Delaware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Industries with the most active openings include entertainment, consumer goods manufacturing, and digital media.
How many vice president of production jobs are remote?
About 83% of vice president of production openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though fully on-site roles remain common because hands-on oversight of physical production or studio operations is often required. Remote and hybrid arrangements are most prevalent in digital content production, post-production, and media distribution roles.
How do you become a vice president of production?
Most vice presidents of production build their path by moving through production coordinator, production manager, and director-level roles over a decade or more. Gaining ownership of increasingly large budgets and teams is essential. Demonstrating that you can deliver complex, multi-department projects on time positions you for VP consideration. An MBA or advanced operations credential can accelerate the final step.
Can you get hired as a vice president of production without direct VP experience?
Yes, but you need to close the gap with evidence of VP-level scope in a director or senior director role. If you managed a full production pipeline, owned a significant budget, and led cross-functional teams through a major project, frame your resume around those outcomes. Companies in rapid growth or early stage often promote strong directors into VP roles when the right candidate is internal.
What does the vice president of production interview process look like?
The process typically runs three to five rounds. An initial screen with HR is followed by a deep-dive with the hiring executive, often a COO or chief content officer. Expect a panel round with finance, creative, and operations stakeholders. Many employers also include a case study or scenario exercise around budget management or a production crisis. References are checked before final offer.
Where can I find and apply to vice president of production jobs?
You can find and apply to vice president of production jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your production background and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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