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# Director of Co-Manufacturing & Procurement at Glossier

- **Company:** Glossier
- **Location:** United States
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-10-21
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-02
- **Apply:** https://boards.greenhouse.io/glossier/jobs/8304650?gh_jid=8304650

## Job description

## WHO WE ARE

Glossier is a people-powered ecosystem, brought to life by engaging online and offline experiences. In 12 years, we have built an iconic brand that goes far beyond beauty. Our brand is built on trusted emotional connection, empathy, and consistency in how we show up for people every day. We are woven into everyday moments of people’s lives, becoming part of their routines, their self-expression, and their confidence. We are defined not just by what we make, but by how we make people feel and the relationships we build over time. Our north-star values are to be Human, Curious, Playful, and Helpful. We are driven by a shared mission to become the Most Loved Lifestyle Brand in the World.

## THE ROLE

The Director of Co-Manufacturing & Procurement is responsible for overseeing Glossier’s purchasing strategy, vendor relationships, and supply chain operations to acquire goods and services cost-effectively. The Director of Co-Manufacturing & Procurement is both strategic and hands-on, with a direct impact on customer satisfaction, margin protection and commercial flexibility. This role works closely with finance, logistics, and commercial as a trusted, strategic partner enabling value and flexibility to support broader business goals.

You will be responsible for all processes and budget with expectations for delivering both short-term and long-term priorities and plans. The right person needs to be a driven yet compassionate leader with the proven ability to successfully motivate, mentor and develop a team to represent Operational Excellence across the Glossier brand. You will work closely with our internal teams to lead and develop a first-class supply chain that supports Glossier’s growth and expansion, both domestically and internationally. Omni-channel beauty industry experience is preferred with a preference for candidates who have previously worked in fragrance, make-up and/or skincare.

## KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DELIVERABLES

- Strategic Procurement Planning: Develop and implement procurement plans to support new development and existing portfolio products, ensuring finished goods meet operational and financial goals.
- Continuous Improvement & Process Excellence: Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function to enhance efficiency and reduce costs, lead times, and MOQs.
- Supplier Network Strategy & Qualification: Identify and qualify new suppliers, establishing new vendor partnerships while maintaining current vendor connectivity rooted in quality, transparency, and efficiency.
- Material Replenishment Strategy: Lead efforts to develop, implement, and manage alternate material replenishment methods that increase inventory turns year over year while supporting 100% customer on-time delivery and lead-time reduction.
- Risk Management & Market Intelligence: Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and economic conditions to proactively mitigate supply chain risks.
- Contract Negotiation & Terms: Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable pricing, terms, and conditions for goods and services.
- MRP & Supplier Performance Management: Improve purchasing efficiencies and supplier performance through MRP optimization, supplier KPIs, and effective vendor management.
- Supplier Quality & Corrective Action: Monitor supplier scrap rates, obtain corrective actions to reduce supplier-generated scrap in a timely manner, and oversee the resolution of all issues affecting product quality or on-time delivery.
- Order Tracking & Expediting: Coordinate and track open order updates across all vendor partners to remain informed of delays or potential shipment issues.
- Day-to-Day Administration & Master Data: Manage PO execution, master data accuracy, BOM creation/management, supplier records, and spend tracking.

## KEY INGREDIENTS

- 10+ Years of Global Supply Chain Leadership
- Deep expertise leading end-to-end global supply chain, procurement, sourcing, and quality operations in an omni-channel environment.
- Co-Manufacturing & International Partnership
- A proven track record of building, launching, and managing highly collaborative relationships with domestic and international contract manufacturers.
- Systems & Operational Mastery
- Hands-on experience scaling operations using ERP, WMS, and e-commerce platforms to drive efficiency.
- Executive Presence & Influence
- Clear confidence presenting strategic recommendations and directly influencing executive leadership.
- Financial Acumen
- Strong business acumen across inventory management, financial forecasting, ROI, and spend management.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Business Management, or a related field (preferred).

[Click here to view the candidate privacy policy under FAQ's](https://life.glossier.com/)

## About Glossier

Glossier is a beauty company that lives in NYC, is sold on the internet, and promotes a skincare first philosophy that celebrates beauty in real life.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of Glossier not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignment, benefits, layoff, and termination.

## About Glossier

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Glossier is a direct-to-consumer beauty brand that builds skincare, makeup, bodycare, and fragrance products inspired by real people and their routines.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Venture-backed; last known round: Series E, July 2021)
- **Headquarters**: New York, New York, United States
- **Founded**: 2014
- **Founders**: Emily Weiss (Founder, Executive Chairwoman)

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Personal Care Product Manufacturing / Beauty & Cosmetics
- Target customers: B2C (primarily direct-to-consumer online, plus retail partnerships with Sephora and pop-ups)
- Mission statement: “Skin First. Makeup Second.” — beauty built to be accessible, uncomplicated, and celebratory of individuality.

## Products & Services
- **Skincare**: Cleansers, moisturizers, serums, and masks (e.g., Milky Jelly Cleanser, Solution, Priming Moisturizer)
- **Makeup**: Lip products (Balm Dotcom, Lip Glaze), complexion (Stretch Concealer, Wowder), eyes (Lash Slick, Boy Brow)
- **Bodycare**: Body lotions, washes, and the new Body Spritz (hair + body mists)
- **Fragrance**: Signature scents (You, Fleur, Orange Blossom Neroli) and limited collaborations (e.g., Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding Balm Dotcom)
- **Retail Experience**: Permanent stores in select US cities (NYC, LA, etc.) and international pop-ups (Paris, London)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not publicly disclosed (last primary round in 2021 was Series E at a reported valuation of ~$1.8B, though current valuation may differ)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue – conflicting reports: $275M (RocketReach) or $227.8M in 2025 (LinkedIn). [rocketreach.co](https://rocketreach.co/glossier-inc-profile_b54abfcff6d28e0c)
- **Total Funding**: $266.4M across 5 rounds
- **Notable Investors**: Tiger Global Management, Sequoia Capital, Thrive Capital, IVP, Index Ventures, Lone Pine Capital
- **Growth Signals**: New CEO Colin Walsh (former Procter & Gamble exec) appointed October 2025; expansion into fragrance with Body Spritz; international retail partnership with Sephora in France; continued WNBA partnership; new product drops (e.g., limited-edition basketballs, Lip Glaze with KATSEYE). [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/glossier)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Strong Brand Community**: Built from the ground up via the blog Into The Gloss; loyal customer base that co-creates product feedback.
- **Skin First Philosophy**: Differentiates from traditional makeup-first brands; emphasizes skincare as the foundation.
- **Design & Customer Experience**: Thoughtful packaging, retail spaces, and a highly curated digital experience.
- **Direct-to-Consumer Model**: Allows for deep margin control and customer data ownership; supplemented by strategic retail partnerships.

## Strategic Focus
- **Product Expansion**: Growing fragrance and body care lines; entering new categories (e.g., Body Spritz).
- **International Growth**: Expanding physical retail in Europe (France) and other markets.
- **Omnichannel Presence**: Balancing DTC with selective wholesale (Sephora) and owned stores.
- **Brand Partnerships**: Collaborations with culturally relevant partners (WNBA, KATSEYE, Magnolia Bakery) to drive buzz.
- **Talent & Culture**: Recent CMO hire (Nicole Solórzano) and focus on leadership stability post-founder transition.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: “Beauty about you” ethos; inclusive, design-forward, and community-driven. Emphasis on individuality and fun.
- **Work Policy**: Retail/store roles are on-site; corporate roles appear hybrid (HQ in NYC). Remote options not widely advertised.
- **Perks & Compensation**: Salary ranges provided for some roles (e.g., Coordinator ~$55K, Editor ~$72K, Product Development ~$73K). [rocketreach.co](https://rocketreach.co/glossier-inc-profile_b54abfcff6d28e0c)
- **Engineering & Product Culture**: Tech stack includes Shopify, React, Looker, Figma, GitHub, and modern tools; small but dedicated technical team (~9 people). Focus on e-commerce and data-driven decisions.
- **Employee Sentiment**: Overall rating 3.1/5 (342 reviews) – work-life balance 3.1, compensation 3.3, culture 3.0, career development 2.4. [rocketreach.co](https://rocketreach.co/glossier-inc-profile_b54abfcff6d28e0c)
- **Current Openings**: 18 active jobs as of mid-2026, including Store Director, Key Lead, Vice President of Product, and part-time Sales Associates. [job-boards.greenhouse.io](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/glossier)

## Sources
1. [glossier.com](https://www.glossier.com/)
2. [life.glossier.com](https://life.glossier.com/)
3. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/glossier)
4. [rocketreach.co](https://rocketreach.co/glossier-inc-profile_b54abfcff6d28e0c)
5. [leadiq.com](https://leadiq.com/c/glossier/5a1d973a2300005e0085c766)
6. [job-boards.greenhouse.io](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/glossier)

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