ABOUT THE JOB:

Ready to join a fun, growing athleisure brand? GOAT USA is looking for an exceptional Pre Production Manager who will be responsible for managing the production process of all GOAT USA apparel and accessories. You’ll work closely with the GOAT USA Production team, reporting directly to the VP of Production and Product Development.

The ideal candidate for the Pre Production Manager role possesses a strong background in apparel production, with expertise in managing the end-to-end production process—from purchase order handoff through to final shipment. This individual will excel in coordinating with internal teams, overseas vendors, and factories to ensure on-time delivery while maintaining the highest quality standards and meeting wholesale and packaging compliance requirements. The role requires an effective communicator who can resolve production challenges, oversee quality control, and manage production timelines efficiently. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about optimizing production workflows, ensuring top-notch product quality, and contributing to the overall success of a dynamic and growing organization.

Job Purpose

The Pre Production Manager is responsible for managing the production process from the point of purchase order handoff, ensuring all orders are completed on time, and meet the highest quality standards. This role involves seamless coordination with internal teams, vendors, and factories to optimize operations, resolve production challenges, and ensure timely delivery. The Pre Production Manager drives effective communication to ensure a smooth production flow—from PO handoff through final shipment—while adhering to wholesale and packaging compliance requirements. This role is integral to the successful delivery of high-quality products to market.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage production for all active orders, ensuring delivery schedules and quality standards are met.
• Communicate with the Quality Control team to supervise the manufacturing process to ensure efficiency and alignment with quality benchmarks.
• Liaise with overseas vendors on production orders, production sample approvals, timelines, packaging, and purchase order placement.
• Organize and maintain team production calendars, ensuring all departments are informed of and meet their deadlines.
• Evaluate pre-production and top-of-production samples for quality and compliance.
• Ensure all fit samples are approved and seasonal fittings are completed within deadlines.
• Distribute and ensure compliance with packing guidelines and wholesale standards before product shipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Production, preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in apparel production.
• PLM experience preferred.
• Knowledge of product compliance including US rules and regulations preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong communication, leadership and team management skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Full-Time, exempt.
• Normal working hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; must be flexible to work evenings and occasional weekends.
• Location: Plainview, NY

Full Time U.S. Employee Benefits Include:

• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance
• DCA/ FSA account
• Free lunch every week
• Free drinks and snacks
• Employee discount
• And more

Life at GOAT USA:

Life at GOAT USA is dynamic, fun, and welcoming, where every team member contributes to our energetic and collaborative culture. We believe in celebrating our team with perks like free lunch once a week, complementary drinks and snacks, and generous discounts on all GOAT USA products. Join us and be part of a company that values passion, creativity, and community!

SALARY RANGE:

The salary for this role is $80,000-$90,000 a year. The salary offered will take into account a number of factors, including the applicant job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. A bonus may be included as part of the compensation package offer.

ABOUT US:

GOAT USA, founded on Long Island in 2016, is a dynamic athleisure fashion brand known for delivering high-quality products and a customer-first experience. Our brand embodies the aspirational motto, “Ordinary People Do Extraordinary Things,” represented by our iconic logo, Chuck the GOAT. We inspire everyone to be the GOAT!

Our growth is fueled by strong connections, whether through live event pop-ups across the country, our e-commerce website, brick-and-mortar stores, or partnerships with leading retailers in the industry. With a team of over 100 employees (and growing), GOAT USA fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and camaraderie, making it an exciting place to work and grow.

Please visit our Instagram at @goatusa and our website, www.goatusa.us for a better understanding of the brand, product line, and founder’s story.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

GOAT USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. GOAT USA considers all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.