VP of Development & Production

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Job Summary :

The VP of Development and Production is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the end-to-end process of product development, sourcing, and production for ODD Sox. This role ensures that all products meet design intent, quality standards, cost targets, and delivery timelines, while aligning with brand strategy and sustainability goals. The VP will lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with design, merchandising, and global supply chain partners.

Responsibilities

• Product Development : Lead the development of seasonal product lines from concept to production-ready samples.
• Partner with design to translate creative concepts into feasible, cost-effective, and high-quality products.
• Ensure calendar adherence and oversee all prototype / sample development stages (SMS, PPS, TOP).
• Production Management : Manage the production lifecycle from tech pack finalization to bulk delivery.
• Oversee sourcing strategies, vendor / factory relationships, and capacity planning.
• Negotiate costs, minimums, and lead times to achieve margin goals.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and ethical labor practices.
• Build and lead high-performing development and production teams.
• Develop and implement strategies for cost savings, process efficiency, and speed-to-market improvements.
• Forecast resource and capacity needs based on seasonal business plans.
• Support sustainability initiatives by selecting responsible materials and production partners.
• Vendor and Supply Chain Oversight : Source and maintain relationships with global suppliers, factories, and mills.
• Conduct regular vendor evaluations for quality, compliance, and performance.
• Implementation : Implement QA / QC divisions and processes and monitor rigorous quality control standards to ensure all products meet Odd Sox's comfort and design criteria.
• WFX Implementation for full department alignment.
• Create Product Development division with full integration of Production department
• Build our R&D Division for yarn options, foot forms etc.
• Other duties assigned :

Required Skills / Abilities

Education and Experience

Physical Requirements

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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