Senior Director, Production Readiness & Sourcing

Gorillacommerce; Norwalk (CT); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Wellness Support

Job summary

Gorillacommerce in Norwalk, CT is seeking a Director of External Manufacturing & Sourcing. This senior role focuses on production readiness and supplier execution, ensuring manufacturable and cost-effective outcomes.

The successful candidate will validate product specifications, partner with product teams, and lead manufacturing strategies while managing supplier relationships. A competitive benefits package, including health coverage and a hybrid work schedule, is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in improving production quality and cost outcomes.
• Proven track record of working with China-based manufacturers.
• Ability to lead complex, fast-moving environments.

Responsibilities

• Own U.S.-side production readiness across new product development.
• Partner with Product Development to validate design-to-cost assumptions.
• Provide strategic direction to the China Sourcing team.

Skills

Cost structures understanding

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Manufacturing intuition

Education

10+ years in external manufacturing or sourcing

Job description

Gorillacommerce in Norwalk, CT is seeking a Director of External Manufacturing & Sourcing. This senior role focuses on production readiness and supplier execution, ensuring manufacturable and cost-effective outcomes.

The successful candidate will validate product specifications, partner with product teams, and lead manufacturing strategies while managing supplier relationships. A competitive benefits package, including health coverage and a hybrid work schedule, is offered.