Remote Business Operations Jobs in Ridgewood, NJ

Overview

As Brooklinen continues to grow, how we bring new products from concept to market is more important than ever. We're hiring a Director, Business Operations - Product & Go-To-Market to strengthen the connection between product development and go-to-market execution-bringing greater clarity, accountability, and momentum across teams.

In this role, you'll connect the people, processes, and priorities behind our product lifecycle, helping teams stay aligned, navigate complexity, and move work forward from early development through launch.

Reporting to our SVP of Operations, you'll partner closely with Brooklinen's executive team and functional leaders to evolve how we operate today and build a more connected, scalable model for the future.

What You'll Own

Product Development & Launch Orchestration

• Drive the cross-functional operating cadence that supports the product development process from concept through launch
• Partner closely with Product Development, Merchandising, Production, Creative, Digital, and Marketing teams to align milestones, dependencies, and timelines
• Ensure key handoffs across teams are clear, well coordinated, and executed with accountability
• Identify areas where the process can move faster or operate more smoothly and lead improvements

Go-to-Market Process Leadership

• Strengthen the cross-functional go-to-market process across product, brand, digital, and channel teams
• Ensure launches are coordinated across stakeholders with clear ownership and timelines
• Partner with marketing, site, and merchandising teams to ensure product launches land smoothly across channels
• Act as a central coordinator for launch readiness, keeping teams aligned while maintaining momentum

Cross-Functional Execution & Influence

• Lead high-priority initiatives that require coordination across multiple functions and senior stakeholders
• Build credibility quickly through strong judgment, subject matter expertise, and a collaborative approach
• Navigate competing priorities with objectivity, helping teams make practical tradeoffs in the service of the business
• Maintain momentum by identifying risks early and resolving blockers quickly

Operational Excellence & Scale

• Strengthen how teams work together across product development and launch by bringing clarity to timelines, handoffs, and decision points
• Introduce practical ways of working that improve cross-functional coordination without unnecessary complexity
• Translate lessons from launches and initiatives into better ways of operating going forward
• Help lay the foundation for a scalable business operations capability over time

What Success Looks Like

• Product development and launch timelines feel clear, coordinated, and easier for teams to execute against
• Cross-functional partners trust this role's judgment and view the individual as a valued thought partner
• Teams collaborate more smoothly across product, marketing, digital, and operations
• Product launches come to market with stronger alignment and fewer last-minute surprises
• The organization gains a more consistent and scalable way of bringing products to life

What You Bring

• 10+ years of experience in business operations, product operations, or cross-functional leadership within consumer brands
• Deep expertise in soft goods product development. 
• You are fluent in how products move from concept through sampling, development, approvals, production, and launch
• Experience building or improving cross-functional go-to-market processes
• Exceptional relationship-building and influence skills with the ability to establish trust quickly across teams and senior stakeholders
• Strong situational leadership and negotiation skills when navigating competing priorities
• A builder's mindset with the ability to introduce structure where needed, while remaining pragmatic and flexible
• High standards, strong follow-through, and a bias toward action
• Experience working within brands known for strong product development and go-to-market operating models in soft goods, apparel, or consumer goods environments is a plus

Compensation

Base salary range: $165,000-$190,000, plus equity and a 15% target bonus. 
Compensation is determined based on experience, skills, and market data.

Benefits & Perks

Up to 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage (employee-only)
Fertility & family-building support (up to $20,000 lifetime)
401(k) with a 4% company match
16 weeks fully paid parental leave
20 vacation days (25 after 5 years) plus year-round Summer Fridays
Hybrid work schedule with two core in-office days (Tues-Thurs)
Remote Thanksgiving week and remote last week of December
Up to four additional remote weeks per year with approval
40% employee discount plus seasonal product allowance
One Medical, Talkspace, and $1,000 per year via Joon for wellness
One-month paid sabbatical at five years

Why Join Us?

Brooklinen is a place where thoughtful people do meaningful work - with warmth, clarity, and shared purpose. We value care, collaboration, balance, and continuous growth. If this role excites you, even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. Diverse experiences and perspectives make us stronger.

About Brooklinen

Brooklinen was founded in 2014 with a simple belief: that comfort can bring happiness. Today, we're one of the largest soft goods brands in the U.S., designing for real life and real homes with products that pair elevated quality and accessible pricing. Our assortment - from sheets and towels to thoughtful additions for the modern bedroom - has earned over 100,000 five-star reviews and recognition from Architectural Digest, Good Housekeeping, Wirecutter, and more. We're growing thoughtfully, evolving intentionally, and committed to creating a home for people who care deeply about their craft - and each other.

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