via Lever.co
$155K - 215K a year
Supporting procurement, logistics, and supply chain operations through data analysis, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration.
Over 8 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, and logistics, with skills in analytics, contract management, and operational efficiency, but lacking experience in design or product operations.
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Principal Design Operations Manager in the United States. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in optimizing the design and product development lifecycle to ensure teams operate efficiently and products meet customer needs. You will act as a central connector between design, product, engineering, data, and leadership teams, driving process improvements, operational excellence, and cross-functional alignment. Your work will include refining workflows, centralizing product and customer data, and implementing scalable systems and tools to enhance team performance. This is a hands-on, strategic position in a fast-paced, high-growth environment where innovation and collaboration are at the core of every initiative. You will influence product strategy by translating customer and operational insights into actionable improvements while ensuring timely and high-quality delivery. \n Accountabilities: Optimize and document scalable processes to ensure alignment and efficiency across design and product teams Serve as a liaison between design, product, engineering, data, and executive leadership to support cross-functional collaboration Identify operational roadblocks and implement solutions to streamline workflows and enable teams to deliver effectively Communicate product updates, release timelines, and insights from customer-facing teams to stakeholders across the business Centralize and operationalize product and customer data to inform roadmap and strategy decisions Act as a subject matter expert for design tools (e.g., Jira, Figma, Asana) and ensure they are configured to maximize team efficiency Requirements: 6+ years of experience building and scaling operations for design and/or product teams Strong skills in prioritization, problem-solving, and simplifying complex processes Deep understanding of product development lifecycles, agile methodologies, and operational best practices Experience presenting strategic plans to C-level executives and influencing decision-making Hands-on, proactive, and collaborative mindset with a focus on delivering impactful results Experience with program management, production support, or related technical operations is a plus Benefits: Competitive base salary ranging from $155,400—$215,000 USD depending on experience and location Remote-first work environment with flexibility to support individual productivity Opportunities for equity participation and variable pay (OTE) Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance Supportive hybrid-hub model or fully remote setup depending on preference Collaborative, innovative, and fast-paced work environment with career growth opportunities \n Why Apply Through Jobgether? We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether? Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. #LI-CL1
This job posting was last updated on 1/8/2026