Bodily
Bodily develops research-driven products for key physiological transitions in women’s bodies. We are a lean, omni-channel business (DTC, Amazon, wholesale) operating a complex physical product ecosystem across ~250 SKUs.
We value rigor, clarity, financial discipline, and strong execution. Our team is hands‑on, high‑accountability, and focused on building scalable systems that support long‑term growth.
The Role We are hiring a Head of Production, Development & Procurement to own end‑to‑end product development, sourcing, and production execution. This role is accountable for taking products from development through finished goods delivery—on time, at target cost, and at required quality—while actively managing financial risk, inventory liability, and cash exposure.
This is a remote‑hybrid role. Candidates must be based in New York or tri‑state area to support in‑person collaboration, fittings, and cross‑functional work as needed.
This is a senior, hands‑on role requiring deep technical knowledge, strong supplier negotiation, and disciplined operational execution.
Key Responsibilities Development & Technical Leadership
Build and manage development timelines in partnership with Corporate Strategy
Partner with factories on fabric, trim, construction, and style direction
Ensure proposed materials meet MOQ, MCQ, and lead‑time requirements
Review and align fabrications, style details, and color direction with the CEO
Maintain and enforce fabric, trim, and finished goods testing protocols
Negotiate development and bulk pricing; identify solutions to improve margins
Approve lab dips and trim quality prior to bulk production
Oversee wear testing, collect data, and drive final adoption decisions
Ensure accuracy and timeliness of fit comments, tech packs, and documentation
Resolve technical and development issues as they arise
Production & Procurement Execution
Build, manage, and adjust monthly production calendars including order triggers and EXF dates
Own fabric and component balance sheets, liabilities, and use‑by dates
Proactively reduce or deplete liability before payment is due
Lead monthly pre‑ and post‑sign‑off meetings with Planning
Align on greige and dyed commitments, utilization plans, and buy feasibility
Communicate upcharges and margin or cash implications for approval
Solve production issues and demand changes, including pull‑ins, delays, and ship mode changes
Negotiate with suppliers on prioritization or alternate solutions to meet delivery needs
Communicate delivery risks early and partner cross‑functionally on solutions
Partner weekly with Accounts Payable on payment review
Work with Fulfillment to resolve shipment discrepancies and mislabeling
Systems, Administration & Financial Control
Issue and communicate purchase orders to factories
Track work‑in‑progress against key milestones
Maintain accurate system records for EXF, payment terms, and status
Review shipping documents to avoid excess tariff or duty exposure
Perform three‑way invoice matching prior to payment
Plan and book inline and final inspections; onboard new partners as needed
Ensure production‑related invoices are processed accurately and on time
Plan and execute fabric and trim testing prior to adoption
Own monthly COGS reconciliation in partnership with Finance
Manage factory chargebacks and open‑order adjustments
Ensure financial approval for all additional or unplanned spend
What You’ll Bring
Senior‑level experience across product development, sourcing, production, and procurement
Deep technical understanding of fabrics, trims, construction, and manufacturing
Strong supplier negotiation and cost‑management skills
Proven ability to manage production calendars, liabilities, and financial exposure
High attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and systems discipline
Clear communicator who proactively escalates risks and drives solutions
Comfort operating in a lean, fast‑moving, high‑accountability environment
Must be based in New York or tri‑state area and able to work remote‑hybrid
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We value rigor, clarity, financial discipline, and strong execution. Our team is hands‑on, high‑accountability, and focused on building scalable systems that support long‑term growth.
The Role We are hiring a Head of Production, Development & Procurement to own end‑to‑end product development, sourcing, and production execution. This role is accountable for taking products from development through finished goods delivery—on time, at target cost, and at required quality—while actively managing financial risk, inventory liability, and cash exposure.
This is a remote‑hybrid role. Candidates must be based in New York or tri‑state area to support in‑person collaboration, fittings, and cross‑functional work as needed.
This is a senior, hands‑on role requiring deep technical knowledge, strong supplier negotiation, and disciplined operational execution.
Key Responsibilities Development & Technical Leadership
Build and manage development timelines in partnership with Corporate Strategy
Partner with factories on fabric, trim, construction, and style direction
Ensure proposed materials meet MOQ, MCQ, and lead‑time requirements
Review and align fabrications, style details, and color direction with the CEO
Maintain and enforce fabric, trim, and finished goods testing protocols
Negotiate development and bulk pricing; identify solutions to improve margins
Approve lab dips and trim quality prior to bulk production
Oversee wear testing, collect data, and drive final adoption decisions
Ensure accuracy and timeliness of fit comments, tech packs, and documentation
Resolve technical and development issues as they arise
Production & Procurement Execution
Build, manage, and adjust monthly production calendars including order triggers and EXF dates
Own fabric and component balance sheets, liabilities, and use‑by dates
Proactively reduce or deplete liability before payment is due
Lead monthly pre‑ and post‑sign‑off meetings with Planning
Align on greige and dyed commitments, utilization plans, and buy feasibility
Communicate upcharges and margin or cash implications for approval
Solve production issues and demand changes, including pull‑ins, delays, and ship mode changes
Negotiate with suppliers on prioritization or alternate solutions to meet delivery needs
Communicate delivery risks early and partner cross‑functionally on solutions
Partner weekly with Accounts Payable on payment review
Work with Fulfillment to resolve shipment discrepancies and mislabeling
Systems, Administration & Financial Control
Issue and communicate purchase orders to factories
Track work‑in‑progress against key milestones
Maintain accurate system records for EXF, payment terms, and status
Review shipping documents to avoid excess tariff or duty exposure
Perform three‑way invoice matching prior to payment
Plan and book inline and final inspections; onboard new partners as needed
Ensure production‑related invoices are processed accurately and on time
Plan and execute fabric and trim testing prior to adoption
Own monthly COGS reconciliation in partnership with Finance
Manage factory chargebacks and open‑order adjustments
Ensure financial approval for all additional or unplanned spend
What You’ll Bring
Senior‑level experience across product development, sourcing, production, and procurement
Deep technical understanding of fabrics, trims, construction, and manufacturing
Strong supplier negotiation and cost‑management skills
Proven ability to manage production calendars, liabilities, and financial exposure
High attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and systems discipline
Clear communicator who proactively escalates risks and drives solutions
Comfort operating in a lean, fast‑moving, high‑accountability environment
Must be based in New York or tri‑state area and able to work remote‑hybrid
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