Director, Footwear Production

DIRECTOR, FOOTWEAR PRODUCTION San Francisco, CA At Rothy’s, we know there’s a better way to do business, and it starts by putting the planet and its people first. More than 225 million single-use plastic bottles and 715,000 pounds of ocean-bound marine plastic have been transformed into our signature thread, creating wardrobe staples that look just as good as they feel. Striving for zero waste, we combine 3D knitting technology and handcrafted assembly to create machine washable styles that don’t compromise on comfort. From classic shoes to carry-everywhere bags, we create essentials for wherever you go. At Rothy’s, building a sustainable future is at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive environment at our HQ, retail stores and wholly-owned factory, and are growing our community every day. ABOUT THE TEAM: Our Production team is always one step ahead. While many teams are responsible for responding to moments in the present, this one looks toward the future. From finessing the production of our silhouettes to developing new materials, our production gurus work hand-in-hand with our factory team to make sure the wheels of Rothy’s keep turning on our quest for a more sustainable future. ABOUT THE ROLE: As our Director, Footwear Production, you'll sit at the heart of how we bring great footwear (and more) to life. This is a role for someone who loves building — whether that's scalable systems, high-performing teams, or strong factory partnerships. You'll work across nearly every function in the business, connecting the dots between planning, sourcing, logistics, and distribution to keep our global operations running smoothly and our products landing on time. If you're energized by solving complex operational challenges, developing the people around you, and making a real impact on how a growing brand executes at scale, this is the role for you. WHAT YOU’LL DO: - Lead day-to-day production operations across footwear and accessories categories, building scalable processes that keep teams aligned, accountable, and moving forward - Serve as a trusted cross-functional partner to Brand, Planning, Sourcing, Logistics, Wholesale, Retail, and Distribution teams — building the relationships that make seasonal launches smoother and keep delivery consistent across all channels - Collaborate with Planning and Finance on demand forecasting, inventory planning, and Open to Buy management, with a focus on better planning accuracy and healthier inventory outcomes - Monitor inventory flow, supply risk, and production commitments across wholesale, retail, and Ecommerce channels - Work hand-in-hand with sourcing teams and factory partners to keep production on track — from WIP and shipment readiness to delivery performance - Navigate ambiguity and competing priorities with composure, resolving production, material, or delivery challenges by rallying the right people and driving toward resolution without losing others in the process - Support capacity planning and look for ongoing opportunities to improve factory processes and efficiencies - Partner with sourcing and procurement on material planning, supplier commitments, and lead time management, staying ahead of supply chain risk before issues escalate - Keep material timelines and seasonal production calendars aligned across internal teams and external partners - Build and roll out scalable systems, workflows, and reporting structures that keep global teams connected and informed - Lead implementation and optimization of ERP, PLM, WIP tracking, and production management tools - Develop dashboards, KPI scorecards, and reporting frameworks that give leadership clear visibility into performance and priorities - Partner with wholesale teams to support retailer launches, compliance needs, and on-time delivery, while aligning production schedules with DC intake and launch windows - Support efforts to reduce air freight through smarter planning and proactive operati…