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Awe Inspired · 1 day ago

Jewelry Production Manager

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Awe Inspired is seeking a highly organized, experienced, and proactive Jewelry Production Manager to lead our global production operations and support the expansion of our product categories. This role owns the execution of our jewelry production process and plays a key strategic role in identifying and vetting new manufacturing partners across a range of materials and categories.

Consumer GoodsE-CommerceFashionRetail

Hiring Manager

Kirsten Wiltjer

Responsibilities

Support the design team during the sampling phase by tracking timelines, coordinating vendor communication, and keeping Airtable up to date

Ensure a smooth handoff from design to production once final designs are approved

Own all steps of the production process post-handoff, including factory coordination, timelines, and delivery

Ensure products are produced to target cost and identify opportunities for cost improvement without compromising quality

Flag and resolve production delays or cost issues in coordination with Ops and Planning

Identify, evaluate, and onboard new domestic and international vendors across fine, demi-fine, watches, and other materials

Lead sourcing and feasibility assessments for expansion into non-jewelry lifestyle product categories

Build scalable manufacturing solutions that support long-term assortment growth and margin goals

Test and develop new categories and techniques in partnership with Design and Product Development

Maintain market awareness of manufacturing trends and innovation opportunities

Define and enforce elevated quality control standards across the global supply chain

Standardize metal colors, finishes, mechanisms, clasps, logo treatments, and stone quality across vendors and SKUs

Rigorously review samples and bulk production for consistency with specs, material integrity, and brand standards

Act as the internal voice of product excellence – advocate for best-in-class quality and push back on vendors when standards aren’t met

Analyze product feedback and defect data with CX to identify root causes and drive corrective actions

Lead initiatives to reduce defects, returns, and rework while preserving craftsmanship and brand value

Own and maintain the Airtable tracker for product development and production

Ensure all product specs, cost targets, and timeline data are accurately documented and accessible

Set up finalized products in Cin7, coordinating with Planning and Ops to ensure inventory readiness

Coordinate with the Digital team to prepare products for Shopify launch, including SKU setup and readiness tracking

Identify process gaps and implement workflow improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and cross-functional visibility

Drive consistency in how product data is managed and handed off across teams

Qualification

Jewelry production experienceVendor managementQuality controlAirtable proficiencyCin7 experienceShopify experienceCommunicatorDetail-orientedGrowth mindset