Head of Global Material Movement & Warehousing

Anduril • Costa Mesa, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Head of Global Material Movement & Warehousing will develop and execute a warehousing strategy that optimizes material movement across the company. The role oversees warehousing operations to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with supply chain goals. It will address current challenges while preparing the organization for hyperscale growth in a dynamic environment. The position is expected to be onsite in Costa Mesa, California, for candidates who are not already local, and may require relocation and travel as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, industrial engineering, business administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in warehousing and supply chain management.
• At least 5 years of experience in a leadership role.
• At least 5 years of experience managing a team of supply chain professionals.
• Proven track record of developing and executing large-scale warehousing strategies across multiple sites.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Expertise in warehouse management systems and emerging logistics technologies.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Ability to relocate if not already local, to work onsite in Costa Mesa, California.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong collaboration skills, including the ability to bring differing viewpoints to a conclusion.
• Ability to command a room at all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects and teams.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS or Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a global warehousing strategy aligned with overall supply chain objectives.
• Assess future company growth and establish plans to deliver materials efficiently to support production growth.
• Oversee daily warehousing operations, including material handling, storage, and distribution.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the warehousing team while fostering continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Manage warehousing budgets and identify cost-reduction opportunities while maintaining service levels.
• Collaborate with company sites and cross-functional teams, including logistics, procurement, accounts payable, finance, and production, to ensure accurate and efficient material flow.
• Evaluate and implement technology solutions, including warehouse management systems and automation tools.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and safety standards, promoting a safe working environment.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to improve operational performance and warehouse efficiency.

Benefits

• Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers and are considered part of total compensation.
• Top-tier benefits for full-time employees, available at little to no cost to employees, supporting health and recovery.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director