Senior Director of Product, Supply Chain and Manufacturing Technology

Summary

Join Dandy, a rapidly growing company backed by leading venture capital firms, as the Senior Director of Supply Chain and Manufacturing Technology. In this transformative role, you will architect and oversee the technology strategy for the entire supply chain and manufacturing ecosystem, leading a team of product managers and collaborating with engineering, advanced manufacturing, and operations teams. You will develop next-generation systems supporting advanced manufacturing and robotics adoption, establishing the technology infrastructure for international expansion and building supply chain capabilities that set new industry standards. This unique opportunity allows you to shape the future of dental manufacturing while leading the development of systems that will scale to billions in revenue. You will be responsible for the strategic vision and execution of manufacturing planning and execution systems, supply chain orchestration platforms, and the technology backbone for advanced automation and robotics initiatives. This role is critical to Dandy's ambitious growth trajectory.

Requirements

• 12+ years of product management and technology leadership experience, with at least 7 years managing teams and complex technology initiatives
• Proven track record of building and scaling product management organizations through periods of rapid growth
• Experience leading technology transformations in manufacturing or operationally intensive environments
• Demonstrated ability to influence and drive alignment across multiple functions and organizational levels
• Strong technical fluency with ability to engage deeply with engineering teams on system architecture and integration challenges
• Experience with data analytics, machine learning, and IoT technologies as applied to manufacturing and supply chain operations
• Proven ability to develop long-term technology strategies that support business scaling from hundreds of millions to billions in revenue
• Track record of delivering complex technology initiatives at a rapid pace
• Experience managing competing short and long term priorities while maintaining focus on strategic objectives
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to use data to drive decision-making
• High bias for action with ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-changing environments

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the long-term technology vision for supply chain and manufacturing systems that will support Dandy's growth to a multi-billion dollar manufacturing business
• Champion the development of production planning, scheduling, and optimization systems that can handle increasing complexity and volume
• Develop comprehensive technology roadmaps for advanced manufacturing capabilities, robotics integration, and international supply chain expansion
• Partner with executive leadership to align manufacturing technology strategy with business objectives and growth plans
• Drive the evolution from current-state manufacturing to "lights out" automated production capabilities
• Drive the integration of advanced analytics, machine learning, and IoT technologies into manufacturing and supply chain operations
• Ensure technology solutions support quality management systems and regulatory compliance across all manufacturing operations
• Build, lead, and scale a high-performing team of product managers focused on supply chain and manufacturing technology
• Establish clear goals, metrics, and accountability frameworks for your team while fostering a culture of innovation and operational excellence
• Mentor and develop product management talent, creating career growth paths and succession planning
• Collaborate with engineering leadership to ensure seamless execution across product and engineering organizations
• Work closely with the Advanced Manufacturing and Robotics Team to identify technology requirements for robotics adoption and automated production systems
• Partner with the technology organization to build in-house manufacturing planning and execution systems that align with Dandy's broader platform architecture
• Collaborate with operations leadership to translate business needs into technology solutions that improve efficiency, quality, and scalability
• Interface with international expansion teams to develop supply chain technology that supports global operations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience scaling manufacturing technology at companies that grew from startup to scaled operations
• Knowledge of advanced robotics, computer vision, and automated quality control systems
• Previous experience in venture-backed companies during periods of hypergrowth
• Technical background with hands-on experience in manufacturing systems implementation

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Dental
• Mental health support
• Parental planning resources
• Retirement savings options
• Generous paid time off