Design Operations Manager Women's & Kids

o5 group is an industry leader in global fashion & apparel design with 40+ years of success across wholesale, e-comm, and marketplace. We are privately held, headquartered in NYC with brand offices in CA — a dynamic portfolio of global brands committed to operational excellence in design, product development, production, sourcing, distribution, and logistics.

With category expertise across full-collection menswear, womenswear, childrenswear, and infant/toddler, we specialize in denim, outerwear, activewear, and loungewear/sleepwear, trusted by top retail partners.

About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Design Operations Manager to join our fast-paced NYC team. You’ll be the bridge between design, vendors, and production—keeping our product pipeline on track from concept through final hand-off. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on organization, cross-functional teamwork, vendor communication, and product lifecycle management, and who is looking to build a long-term career in apparel.

How You’ll Contribute

Coordinate with Design and Production to manage comments and approvals from development through final production.

Communicate daily with factories, vendors, and suppliers to track progress and resolve issues.

Oversee sample tracking and submissions, including fabric and trim approvals, proto samples, salesman samples, PP samples, and TOP samples.

Maintain detailed and organized records of approvals, comments, and status updates, both electronic and physical.

Support revisions, adds, and drops to ensure timely execution and clean hand-offs to Production.

Assist in maintaining PLM systems and Excel tracking reports.

What You Bring to the Team

3–5 years of experience in product development, apparel production, or licensed apparel business.

Working knowledge of PLM systems and strong Excel skills. Illustrator skills a must.

Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage timelines in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent time management, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.

A collaborative team player who thrives in a cross-functional environment.

Why Join o5 group

Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Hybrid / flexible work schedule

Responsibility & Sustainability — spanning economic, social, and environmental impact

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