Director of Contract Manufacturing Operations

Evolv Technology • Waltham, MA

79d • $160,000 - $200,000

About The Position

Imagine the world you can help us build-one that leverages cutting-edge technology and innovative thinking to realize our vision of safer places to live, work, learn, and play. We are looking for a few more great minds to join our team as we continue to grow the world's leading AI-enabled weapons detection company. If you join Evolv in this newly created position as our Director of Contract Manufacturing Operations, you will lead our outsourced manufacturing strategy and execution. You will work cross-functionally to ensure our contract manufacturing partners deliver high-quality products on time and at scale. As Evolv's manufacturing operations lead, you will drive operational excellence, supplier performance, and production readiness while building a scalable manufacturing infrastructure.

Requirements

• Proven experience in contract manufacturing operations or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of supply chain management and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with performance metrics and data analysis.
• Proficiency in Salesforce, Arena PLM, and NetSuite.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Excellent leadership and team-building skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the technology or hardware industry.
• Familiarity with risk management practices in manufacturing.
• Previous experience in a high-growth startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute and manage Evolv's contract manufacturing strategy that supports scalability and cost-effectiveness.
• Establish relationships with key internal stakeholders and contract manufacturing partners.
• Conduct a comprehensive assessment of current outsourced manufacturing operations, identifying immediate risks and opportunities.
• Define initial KPIs for supplier performance, production efficiency, and cost metrics.
• Begin development of a scalable manufacturing operations roadmap aligned with company growth goals.
• Implement a supplier performance dashboard with real-time metrics.
• Launch a pilot continuous improvement initiative with at least one contract manufacturer.
• Finalize and begin executing a cost-down strategy with measurable targets.
• Align production planning processes with demand forecasts to ensure production continuity.
• Establish a cross-functional cadence for reporting operational performance to executive leadership.
• Achieve a sustained on-time delivery rate across all contract manufacturing partners.
• Reduce manufacturing variances and inventory discrepancies through process optimization.
• Fully integrate manufacturing operations with internal systems for end-to-end visibility.
• Build and lead a high-performing team with clear roles and development plans.
• Launch a formal risk management program that proactively mitigates production disruptions.
• Support successful new product introductions with seamless production ramp-up.
• Deliver quarterly executive reports with actionable insights and progress against strategic manufacturing goals.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary range of $160,000 - $200,000.
• Target bonus and equity offerings.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees