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Director of External Manufacturing

Work format
hybrid
Work type
fulltime
Grade
director
English
b2
Country
US
This vacancy is from Hirify.Global listVacancy from Hirify Global, list of international tech companies
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TL;DR
Director of External Manufacturing (Supply Chain): Leading production readiness, cost validation, and supplier execution for a high-growth e-commerce portfolio with an accent on the intersection of product design and cost realization. Focus on shifting production iteration upstream, optimizing should-cost frameworks, and managing global supplier ecosystems to improve first-pass execution.

Location: Hybrid in Norwalk, CT (3 in-office days: Monday–Wednesday)

Company

hirify.global is a leading e-commerce company and top 10 Amazon U.S. seller known for its flagship brand, Gorilla Grip.

What you will do

  • Own U.S.-side production readiness from initial brief to build-ready state.
  • Validate product specifications for manufacturability and cost feasibility before sourcing.
  • Develop and manage should-cost frameworks, including BOM breakdowns and labor assumptions.
  • Build and manage a North American external manufacturing ecosystem for finishing and packaging.
  • Provide strategic direction and operational oversight to the China Sourcing team.
  • Act as a quality and completeness filter for all inputs entering the Asia production system.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in external manufacturing, sourcing, or cost engineering leadership.
  • Deep expertise in BOM construction, should-cost modeling, and supplier cost drivers.
  • Proven experience working directly with Asia-based (China) manufacturers.
  • Strong commercial judgment regarding how manufacturing decisions affect margins and retail performance.
  • Must be based in or able to commute to Norwalk, CT for the hybrid schedule.

Nice to have

  • Engineering, industrial design, or technical product development background.
  • Experience in packaging, retail execution, or display operations.
  • Exposure to PLM systems and structured product development processes.

Culture & Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, including a free medical option.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Generous PTO, holidays, and "Birthday Your Way" leave.
  • Hybrid work schedule with a dedicated remote flex week between Christmas and New Year.
  • Wellness perks including a free gym in the Norwalk office and mental health resources.

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