True Classic is hiring a Product Development Manager to lead the product creation process from concept through production. In this role, you will drive on-time delivery, maintain margin targets, uphold brand standards, and refine processes to deliver high-quality products that balance design vision, execution, and cost through strong cross-functional alignment.

All of True Classic's roles are global and omni-channel, leading designated areas of accountability across all product categories, countries, and different sales & marketing channels. This means you will have the opportunity to impact our operations worldwide, ensuring a cohesive strategy that aligns with our overall business objectives and drives success across various markets and platforms. 

Areas of Accountability

Product Creation & Technical Leadership

• Translate design concepts into executable product by defining construction, materials, trims, and finishing details with precision; partner with sourcing to make informed decisions that balance aesthetics, performance, cost, and manufacturability
• Own sample execution across vendors—driving accuracy, quality, and consistency—while proactively identifying alternatives that protect margin and product integrity
• Partner early with Sourcing and Production to assess feasibility and resolve challenges before they escalate; own all approvals and keep development trackers and WIPs current
• Stay connected to market trends, competitive landscape, and vendor capabilities to continuously strengthen product outcomes and supplier relationships

Development Operations & Process

• Run the seasonal development calendar—tracking milestones, surfacing risks, and ensuring clean, accurate reporting across costs, sample status, and vendor performance
• Define and monitor KPIs including on-time delivery, BOM accuracy, approval speed, and margin targets; drive adherence to testing standards to validate performance and reduce production risk
• Partner closely with Sourcing on costing strategy and negotiation readiness; continuously improve processes to simplify workflows and increase cross-functional alignment

Cross Functional Collaboration

• Design: Translate creative vision into technically executable product, providing early feasibility input and maintaining alignment throughout the development process
• Sourcing: Collaborate on vendor selection, costing strategy, and negotiation readiness to protect margin and ensure manufacturability
• Tech Design: Partner on construction and specification accuracy to drive sample quality and consistency across vendors
• Planning & Merchandising: Align on seasonal timelines, delivery windows, and product priorities to support go-to-market execution
• Vendor Partners: Build and maintain strong factory-level relationships that enable innovation, proactive problem-solving, and high-quality execution at scale

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in apparel product development or product creation
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple seasons and timelines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of costing and cost engineering, with confidence navigating vendor negotiations
• Deep knowledge of materials, construction, trims, and manufacturing processes, with a proven ability to resolve technical challenges
• Clear communicator with strong presentation skills and comfort using data to guide decisions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience translating design vision into real, scalable product across multiple categories
• Proven track record of leading and growing vendor relationships at the factory level
• Experience building or improving cross-functional development processes and operational workflows
• Ability to represent Product Development in senior leadership conversations with confidence and supporting data
• Curiosity around AI tools and a willingness to experiment with emerging technologies to drive speed and innovation

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation

• Competitive salary + bonus

Time Off

• Unlimited PTO and sick time

Health & Wellness

• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• $100/month Wellness stipend
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work & Growth Support

• $100/month Personal Workspace stipend 

Perks

• $1,000/year True Classic merchandise allowance
• 401(k) plan with 3% company match

True Classic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support differences in race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, and abilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources.

True Classic is hiring a hands-on QA Manager to take ownership of quality execution across our global production network. This role will lead day-to-day quality management across factories, enforce consistent standards, and bring structure to a currently underdeveloped quality and compliance process. You will work closely with Production, Product Development, and vendors to ensure product is produced correctly, inspected properly, and shipped without quality or compliance risk.

All of True Classic’s roles are global and omni-channel, leading designated areas of accountability across all product categories, countries, and sales and marketing channels. This role will have impact across DTC, retail, wholesale, marketplaces, and emerging channels, ensuring strategic alignment and executional rigor across the enterprise.

Areas of Accountability

Quality Execution & Vendor Management

• Own quality performance across all production orders, ensuring consistency in construction, fit, and fabric performance
• Manage factory quality execution, including direction of internal QC and third-party inspections (inline and final)
• Review inspection results, make shipment decisions, and ensure issues are addressed prior to delivery
• Hold vendors accountable for quality standards and drive corrective actions when issues arise

Standards, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Establish and enforce clear quality standards, AQL requirements, and inspection protocols across all vendors
• Track defects, identify root causes, and implement solutions to prevent repeat issues
• Build structure and discipline across quality processes, including inspection calendars, reporting, and escalation protocols
• Build and maintain reporting on defect rates, failure trends, vendor performance, and cost of quality
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce rework, waste, and chargebacks
• Implement training and education programs internally and with factory partners
• Establish scalable processes to improve consistency and visibility across production

Compliance

• Ensure products meet compliance requirements for wholesale partners (Target, Walmart, Costco), including testing, labeling, and packaging standards
• Maintain awareness and adherence to regional compliance requirements (Canada, Europe, Asia, Australia)
• Stay up to date on evolving customer and regional quality and compliance requirements and adjust processes accordingly

Cross Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Production to align on timelines, risks, and shipment readiness
• Work with Product Development to ensure designs are manufacturable and quality risks are addressed early
• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to ensure alignment on quality expectations and execution

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in apparel quality assurance, technical design, or production
• Strong experience managing quality across overseas factories
• Hands-on experience with third-party inspections (SGS, Intertek, etc.) and AQL standards
• Experience supporting wholesale accounts (Target, Walmart, Costco)
• Familiarity with international compliance and regulatory requirements across key global markets
• Deep understanding of garment construction, fabric performance, and common quality issues
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to drive resolution quickly and effectively
• Ability to bring structure and accountability to fast-paced, evolving environments

Workplace Arrangement

Hybrid - 3x week in office in Calabasas

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation

• Competitive salary + bonus

Time Off

• Unlimited PTO and sick time

Health & Wellness

• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• $100/month Heath & Wellness Stipend
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work & Growth Support

• $100/month Personal Workspace/Office Stipend

Perks

• $1,000/year True Classic merchandise allowance
• 401(k) plan with 3% company match

True Classic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support differences in race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, and abilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources.

True Classic is hiring a hands-on Production Coordinator to support the execution of production across True Classic’s global vendor base, helping ensure product is delivered on time, in full, and to company standards. This role is highly detail-oriented and execution-focused, responsible for coordinating timelines, tracking production progress, and supporting communication between internal teams and vendors. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

All of True Classic’s roles are global and omni-channel, leading designated areas of accountability across all product categories, countries, and sales and marketing channels. This role will have impact across DTC, retail, wholesale, marketplaces, and emerging channels, ensuring strategic alignment and executional rigor across the enterprise.

Areas of Accountability

Production Execution & Delivery

• Support the production lifecycle from PO issuance through final warehouse delivery
• Assist in PO issuance and ensure accuracy of order details, delivery timelines, and requirements
• Track production timelines and monitor WIP (work-in-progress) across all orders
• Review order status regularly and flag potential risks or delays to management
• Proactively communicate production delays or risks that may impact inventory availability to relevant stakeholders
• Collaborate with Planning to troubleshoot issues, adjust priorities, and support updates to delivery timelines
• Support vendor on-time, in-full (OTIF) delivery by monitoring order progress and vendor timelines
• Maintain production calendars, milestones, and execution tracking
• Review shipping documentation for accuracy and support on-time delivery

Vendor Communication

• Serve as a key point of contact between vendors and internal teams for production and delivery updates
• Support day-to-day communication with global factory partners
• Follow up with vendors on production status, timelines, and deliverables
• Help ensure alignment on production requirements and expectations
• Escalate issues or delays to the Production Manager or Director as needed
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with vendors

Raw Materials Coordination

• Assist with placing and tracking raw material orders
• Partner with Planning and Merchandising to support pre-positioning of fabrics by style or program
• Follow up with vendors to ensure materials are ready in line with production timelines
• Track material usage and highlight any risks related to delays or excess

Production Tracking & Systems

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date production data across systems
• Track WIP across all stages of production and ensure data accuracy
• Support reporting on production status, timelines, and key milestones
• Identify inconsistencies or gaps in tracking and escalate as needed
• Support ongoing process improvements in PO management, production tracking, and team workflows

Cross Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate cross functionally to support replenishment strategies and chase opportunities
• Assist in shifting priorities and supporting more agile production cycles
• Communicate updates on production status, risks, and delays to relevant stakeholders

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in apparel production, supply chain, or a related field
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow up effectively with vendors and internal teams
• Familiarity with production processes, timelines, and supply chain fundamentals
• Experience working with PLM/ERP systems ( Sage, Netsuite, Centric preferred)

Workplace Arrangement

Hybrid - 3x/week in-office in Calabasas

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation

• Competitive salary + bonus

Time Off

• Unlimited PTO and sick time

Health & Wellness

• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• $100/month Heath & Wellness Stipend
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work & Growth Support

• $100/month Personal Workspace/Office Stipend

Perks

• $1,000/year True Classic merchandise allowance
• 401(k) plan with 3% company match

True Classic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support differences in race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, and abilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources.