Head of Manufacturing

7th Avenue•Inglewood, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

7th Avenue is a modern furniture brand that combines elevated, contemporary aesthetics with functional day-to-day features. Our flagship product, "The World's Greatest Modular Sofa", features endless modularity, water-repellent and stain-resistant fabrics, removable and machine-washable covers, adjustable back cushion firmness, memory foam blend cushions, soft-close hidden storage, and more. All products are sustainably-built, free from harmful chemicals via OEKO-TEX and GreenGuard Gold-certified fabrics, and devoid of flame-retardants and formaldehyde. The frames are incredibly durable and built to last 10 years or more.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in manufacturing, sourcing, or production leadership roles
Proven experience managing vendors and suppliers, including sourcing, negotiation, and performance management
Strong background in domestic production environments, preferably within furniture, consumer goods, or similar industries
Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with design, operations, and supply chain teams
Experience building and scaling manufacturing processes in a fast-paced environment
Strong operational mindset with the ability to balance quality, speed, and cost
Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership skills
Hands-on approach with the ability to dive into both strategic and tactical execution
Proficiency with ERP systems such as NetSuite and standard productivity tools

Nice To Haves

Experience in furniture manufacturing, upholstery, or woodworking
Background in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or 5S methodologies
Experience establishing domestic manufacturing networks in the United States
Prior experience in a high-growth or startup environment

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee all manufacturing operations, including vendor sourcing, supplier management, and domestic production execution
Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with new vendors and suppliers to support scaling production needs
Partner closely with external designers to translate product concepts into manufacturable, cost-effective solutions
Oversee domestic production processes end-to-end, ensuring timelines, quality standards, and cost targets are consistently met
Develop and implement manufacturing strategies, SOPs, and production workflows as the company scales
Negotiate pricing, lead times, and contracts with vendors and suppliers to optimize margins and operational efficiency
Monitor supplier performance, ensuring quality, reliability, and compliance with company standards
Collaborate with operations, logistics, and inventory teams to ensure seamless material flow and production scheduling
Establish KPIs and performance metrics across manufacturing and supplier networks
Identify and resolve production bottlenecks, quality issues, and operational inefficiencies
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing manufacturing and production team
Provide regular reporting to senior leadership on manufacturing performance, risks, and opportunities