Senior Level Head of Production Department Jobs

Senior level head of production department jobs place experienced professionals in command of full production operations, from setting strategic direction and owning output quality to leading cross-functional teams through complex manufacturing or media cycles. Roles concentrate across Technology & Software, Education, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote opportunities available, and employers like TikTok, Texas A&M University, and Ahrefs hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles228+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerTikTok
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type77% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Head of Global Process Owner (GPO) for Order to Cash (OTC)
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Head of Global Process Owner (GPO) for Order to Cash (OTC)
Uber
Dallas, Texas
Business Strategy
Corporate Development & M&A
$159k - $197k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Head of Emerging Technology Strategy & Partnerships
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Head of Emerging Technology Strategy & Partnerships
Apple
Cupertino, California
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
$234k - $352k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Associate General Counsel, Head of Privacy
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Associate General Counsel, Head of Privacy
SimpliSafe
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Development
Customer Service
Customer Success
$219k - $300k/yr
Hybrid
1,001-5,000

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Head of Channel Partnerships
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Head of Channel Partnerships
Amazon.com
Austin, Texas
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Customer Success
Project & Program Management
$194k - $288k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Head of Engineering
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Head of Engineering
FAR.AI
Remote
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Project & Program Management
Specialized Engineering
Technical Program Management
Project Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
$225k - $350k/yr
Remote (US)
None

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Senior Level Head of Production Department Job Market

Who's Hiring

TikTok8 open roles
Texas A&M University8 open roles
Ahrefs7 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software63
  • Education25
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals18
  • Banking & Financial Services16
  • Healthcare & Medical Services10

Senior Level Head of Production Department Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level head of production department job?

Employers at this level look for candidates who have already owned end-to-end production outcomes, not just managed tasks. Demonstrating that you have set operational strategy, driven measurable efficiency or quality improvements, and developed the people on your team will set you apart. A strong portfolio of scaled projects and evidence of cross-functional leadership carries more weight than tenure alone.

Which companies hire senior level head of production departments?

Companies hiring senior level head of production departments right now include TikTok, Texas A&M University, and Ahrefs, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from established manufacturers, large media and entertainment studios, and consumer goods companies that need experienced leaders to run high-volume or high-complexity production environments.

Are there remote senior level head of production department jobs?

Yes, though availability varies by industry since many production roles require an on-site presence. About 23% of senior level head of production department openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements being most common in sectors like media, advertising, and technology where production oversight can be partially managed off-site.

What makes a head of production department role senior level?

Senior level roles are defined by the scope of accountability rather than task execution. You own the production function, set standards and processes, make resourcing and budgeting decisions, and are held responsible for department-wide outcomes. Mentoring mid-level staff, influencing organizational strategy, and resolving systemic bottlenecks rather than individual problems are all hallmarks of this tier.

Which industries hire the most senior level head of production departments?

Senior level head of production department roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Education, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate large-scale or high-output production environments that require experienced leaders to maintain quality, meet demand, and continuously improve operational performance.