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Production Assistant - Custom Apparel & Embroidery

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Managing blanks, thread, supplies, materials, and inventory * Reading order details, job notes, and ... Apparel production * Patch production * Warehouse or shipping * Order fulfillment * Customer ...

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Production Assistant - Custom Apparel & Embroidery

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Managing blanks, thread, supplies, materials, and inventory * Reading order details, job notes, and ... Apparel production * Patch production * Warehouse or shipping * Order fulfillment * Customer ...

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How much do apparel manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for apparel manager in Arizona is $55,471.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,100.00 and $63,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an apparel manager?

Apparel Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing the daily operations of clothing retail stores or departments. Their main duties include managing staff, monitoring inventory, ensuring high levels of customer service, and implementing merchandising strategies to boost sales. They also analyze sales trends, coordinate with suppliers, and ensure the store meets visual and operational standards. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential for this role. Apparel Managers play a key role in achieving sales targets and maintaining a positive shopping environment.

What are some common challenges apparel managers face when overseeing inventory and merchandising?

Apparel Managers often encounter challenges related to balancing inventory levels with changing fashion trends and seasonal demand. Ensuring that the right products are available at the right time, while minimizing excess stock and markdowns, requires strong forecasting and analytical skills. Additionally, coordinating with suppliers and managing visual merchandising standards across multiple departments can be demanding, especially in a fast-paced retail environment. Effective communication and adaptability are key to overcoming these obstacles while maintaining sales performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an apparel manager?

To thrive as an Apparel Manager, you need a solid background in retail management, merchandising, inventory control, and a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management software, and visual merchandising tools is typically required. Strong leadership, customer service, and organizational skills help you motivate teams and create a positive shopping environment. These competencies are crucial for optimizing sales, maintaining efficient store operations, and ensuring customer satisfaction in a competitive retail market.

What is the difference between Apparel Manager vs Retail Store Manager?

AspectApparel ManagerRetail Store Manager
Primary FocusManaging apparel inventory, product displays, and sales strategies specific to clothing storesOverseeing overall store operations, staff, and sales across various retail sectors
Required CredentialsExperience in apparel or fashion retail, knowledge of clothing trends, and customer service skillsRetail management experience, leadership skills, and often a high school diploma or higher
Work EnvironmentClothing stores, fashion boutiques, or apparel departmentsGeneral retail stores, department stores, or multi-product retail outlets

While both roles involve retail management, an Apparel Manager specializes in clothing and fashion products, focusing on inventory and visual merchandising within apparel stores. A Retail Store Manager oversees the entire store operations, regardless of product type, managing staff, sales, and customer service across various retail environments.

What are the most commonly searched types of Apparel jobs in Arizona? The most popular types of Apparel jobs in Arizona are:
What cities in Arizona are hiring for Apparel Manager jobs? Cities in Arizona with the most Apparel Manager job openings:
Infographic showing various Apparel Manager job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,471 per year, or $26.7 per hour.

Supervisor (full-time) - Golf Apparel Shop

Perry Ellis International - Retail

Chandler, AZ

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

Company Overview

Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The Company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries owns and licenses nationally and with a brand portfolio of over 40 Brands domestically and internationally recognized brands including: Perry Ellis®, Original Penguin® by Munsingwear®, Laundry by Shelli Segal®, Rafaella®, Cubavera®, Ben Hogan®, Savane®, Grand Slam®, John Henry®, Manhattan®, Axist® and Farah®. The Company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including: Nike® for swimwear, and Callaway®, PGA TOUR®, and Jack Nicklaus® for golf apparel.

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Catering to those who enjoy the golf and tennis lifestyle, Golf Apparel Shop Stores feature Perry Ellis International, LLC's 5 major golf and tennis brands. This a one stop shop that offers a wide variety of the best our brands have to offer in men's, women's, and big and tall apparel. Golf Apparel Shop has the smart options you need to look and perform your best.

SUMMARY:

The Supervisor Key Holder is a support role in running our retail stores efficiently. The Supervisor Key Holder supports the Store Manager in all operations and sales management functions. The Supervisor Key Holder ensures the sales team meets its goals of efficiency and customer satisfaction. They support the Store Manager to ensure the store is replenished, marketing and promotional changes are executed to company directives in addition to supporting training sales associates.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Customer Experience

  • Ability to function as a role model at all times, ensuring that customers remain the top priority; ability to respond to all customer needs.
  • Achieves excellent scores on secret shopper reports.
  • Ensure the store is visually distinctive and appearance impeccably maintained.
  • Demonstrates awareness of store sales plans and results.
  • Demonstrates awareness of individual contribution to business results.
  • Promotes merchandise and demonstrates product knowledge to customers and assists them with any requests.
  • Shares vision and plans execution of store strategy in alignment with corporate and district initiatives.
  • Understands reports, analysis of business trends and inventory opportunities.

Operational Responsibilities

  • Prioritizes workflow through successful planning and time management.
  • Supports appropriate staffing levels based on business trends and payroll guidelines.
  • Understands and complies with all company policies, procedures and operations.
  • Supports the Store Manager on meeting the expectations for the maintenance and the physical appearance and cleanliness of the store.
  • Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Communicates all loss prevention occurrences to the Store Manager, District Manager and Loss Prevention Manager.
  • Supports the supervision and motivates staff members.

Visual, Brand And Product Management

  • Participates and supports execution of all pricing strategies to achieve gross margin.
  • Supports the execution of merchandise set up according to visual guidelines.
  • Communicates store inventory opportunities to the Store Manager.
  • Supports replenishment of merchandise on the selling floor as needed.

People Responsibilities

  • Adheres to Human Resources standards following general practices.
  • Holds teams accountable for achieving results and communicates with Store Managers opportunities.
  • Manages conflict
  • Empowers and involves the team in the decision making process while guiding the process.
  • Receptive to feedback and fosters dialogue around solutions.
  • Maintains confidentiality and meets own commitments.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Energetic and positive attitude
  • 1-2 years of retail experience
  • Flexible availability; reliable transportation
  • Strong verbal and written skills
  • Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills
  • Customer service-oriented. (outgoing, friendly, and personable with a positive attitude
  • Must be able to move and/or lift to 25 pounds
  • High school degree

BENEFITS:

  • Employee discount
  • Paid vacation and Personal time
  • Healthcare plan: Medical/Dental
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 401(k) plan & company match

The position advertised in this notice is subject to Title 12 of the Gila River Indian Community Law and Order Code, which requires that a private employer with five or more than employees within the exterior boundaries of the Reservation give hiring preference to Indians living on or near the reservation. An "Indian" means a person who is an enrolled member of a federally recognized Indian Tribe. A "hiring preference" means "that if an Indian person and non-Indian are equally qualified for an available job, such job shall be offered to the Indian."

Legal Disclaimer:

Perry Ellis International is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their individual background and characteristics. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, and termination. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the company's commitment to equal employment opportunities.

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