Startup Ops and Vendor Hustler
Cube is building a consumer hardware product and seeking an operations manager to handle the end-to-end manufacturing process. The role involves sourcing manufacturers, managing PCB and injection molding vendors, and driving prototyping cycles. Candidates need deep operational hustle and experience in factory environments. You will work directly with the founder to bring a new product from concept to production.
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Experience
Experience not specified
Function
Operations
Work mode
Onsite, India
Company
Tier 2
What you will work on
Cube is building a consumer hardware product and seeking an operations manager to handle the end-to-end manufacturing process. The role involves sourcing manufacturers, managing PCB and injection molding vendors, and driving prototyping cycles. Candidates need deep operational hustle and experience in factory environments. You will work directly with the founder to bring a new product from concept to production.
TAL's take
Early-stage startup role with tangible ownership in hardware manufacturing operations, though seniority and experience requirements are undefined.
Clear and coherent responsibilities focused on vendor management and hardware production, despite lack of formal YOE requirements.
Must haves
- Experience dealing with vendors, factories, or suppliers
- Ability to build relationships, get quotes, and close deals
- Experience driving prototyping from sample to small batch production
- Comfortable visiting workshops and conducting ground-level negotiations
- Ability to solve problems independently in early-stage chaos
About the company
Early-stage hardware startup, default tier 2 classification.
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