About Us:

Team Beans/Forever Collectibles, LLC (FOCO) is a global leader in sports and entertainment merchandise, producing an extensive range of products from collectibles and novelty items to promotional memorabilia. With major sports licenses and a diverse product line, FOCO reaches new heights every day. Our continued success comes from innovative designs, forward-thinking manufacturing techniques, and dedicated professionals who bring these ideas to life. We're looking for a skilled Production Sourcing & Factory Manager to join our team and contribute to our rapid growth!

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee and manage all aspects of our licensing, development, sourcing process, manufacturing, and delivery of orders. This position will interface with both internal teams and external suppliers or licensors to ensure the timely execution of all deliverables.

This role is critical to ensuring FOCO’s products meet our quality standards and are manufactured efficiently. You will work closely with both domestic and international factories, sourcing new vendors, managing production schedules, and maintaining quality control throughout the entire production process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and establish relationships with new factory partners to support FOCO’s growing product lines and volume requirements
• Develop, maintain, and monitor comprehensive trackers from purchase order placement through the lifecycle of order deliverables for International Sports and Entertainment releases.
• Create and manage end-to-end trackers for internal teams—including design and development, licensing, marketing, eCommerce, and wholesale—ensuring they are reviewed weekly.
• Track production status from product inception and sample approval to final production and shipment.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure all manufacturing partners meet FOCO’s compliance standards
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with factories and suppliers to achieve cost efficiency without compromising quality
• Work closely with the design, merchandising, and logistics teams to align production with demand forecasting and inventory management
• Track production KPIs and provide detailed reporting to senior leadership on production status, challenges, and opportunities for improvement
• Schedule, lead, and attend meetings with internal and external stakeholders as needed.
• Proactively resolve production issues and delays to maintain continuity and quality in the supply chain
• Stay current on industry trends and innovations to enhance FOCO’s sourcing and production strategies

Who You Are:

• A results-oriented, detail-focused professional with a strong background in sourcing and production management within consumer goods, apparel, or similar industries
• An excellent negotiator who balances cost management with maintaining quality standards
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and timelines simultaneously
• A strong communicator, capable of working cross-functionally with teams in design, sales, and logistics, and fostering productive relationships with factory partners
• Comfortable with data and metrics; able to analyze production performance to inform strategies and solutions

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in production sourcing or factory management, preferably in consumer products or manufacturing
• Proven track record of managing factory relationships, production timelines, and quality control processes
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in cost optimization
• Familiarity with compliance standards and audit processes for factory partners
• Proficiency in production management software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for factory visits and audits as needed

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Career growth and development opportunities in a dynamic, sports-focused company
• A supportive, collaborative team culture that values innovation and excellence
• Employee discounts on FOCO products
• The opportunity to work with a team passionate about redefining the fan experience through quality and creativity

Become part of the FOCO team and help shape the fan experience of tomorrow by bringing high-quality merchandise to sports fans worldwide. This is your chance to make an impact with a leader in sports and entertainment merchandise!