HYBE America · 2 months ago
Associate Production Manager
Santa Monica, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $90K/yr
5+ years expHYBE America is part of HYBE, a global leader at the intersection of music, entertainment, and technology. They are seeking a versatile and dynamic Associate Production Manager to manage the production of high-quality merchandise for HYBE artists, ensuring effective communication and coordination across various teams and timelines.
Entertainment
Responsibilities
Sourcing & Supplier Management: Identify and secure reliable suppliers, materials, and accessories for a wide range of merchandise categories. Evaluate vendor performance, negotiate terms, manage PO, and ensure quality, compliance, and cost-effectiveness across all partners
Production Planning & Scheduling: Develop and manage production timelines across concurrent projects, aligning with merchandising strategies and artist release schedules. Coordinate materials flow, sampling rounds, and manufacturing milestones to meet deadlines
Sample Development & Product Realization: Lead the creation, revision, and approval of product samples across apparel, accessories, and collectibles. Facilitate feedback loops with designers, product strategists, and artist labels to ensure final products reflect creative intent, artist’s identity, technical feasibility, and customer standards
Quality Control & Product Compliance: Implement quality checkpoints throughout the development and manufacturing process. Monitor materials, construction, packaging, and labeling to ensure adherence to HYBE standards, customer expectations, and safety regulations
Cross-Functional Communication & Issue Resolution: Act as the production lead across internal teams (design, merchandising, artist labels, logistics) and external partners (suppliers, 3PLs). Maintain clear, proactive communication to resolve issues quickly and ensure smooth operations
Logistics, Shipping & Delivery Coordination: Manage in/outbound logistics in partnership with warehouse and freight forwarders, ensuring timely and accurate delivery for tour, pop-up, and eCommerce channels. Oversee packaging specs, shipping documents, and customs compliance where applicable
Inventory & Cost Management: Track production inventory and monitor delivery accuracy. Analyze product costs and margins, support pricing strategies, and manage production budgets to protect profitability
Market/Fandom Awareness & Product Optimization: Stay informed on market trends, competitor goods, and consumer preferences. Use insights to support product development, sourcing decisions, and assortment improvements that strengthen fan engagement and business results
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in production, sourcing, merchandising, product development, or a related field
5+ years of experience within fashion, music, entertainment, or fandom driven consumer products
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Lightroom) is required
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and external partners
Deep understanding of k-pop fandom cultures and its impact on artist branded merchandise
Preferred
Bilingual proficiency in Korean and English is preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company 401(k) match up to 5%
Flexible paid time off
FSA
Life insurance
Wellhub membership that gives you access to gyms and fitness studios
Excellent parental leave policies
Company
HYBE America
HYBE America is a company whose parent company is HYBE.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Eric Holden
Chief Financial Officer
Hyeong Woo Noh
Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)
Recent News
2026-01-21
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