Lead Inventory Coordinator

Rocket Lab•Middle River, MD

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Inventory Coordinator supports Operations teams in meeting daily and weekly production targets, including facilitating production deviations that may require reprioritizing resources. The role champions inbound throughput and outbound DIFOT (delivery in full, on time) to provide high customer service by ensuring the right parts reach the right place at the right time. Based onsite at Rocket Lab’s space structures complex in Middle River, Maryland, the position coordinates inventory, receiving, kitting, and logistics activity for components used in Rocket Lab programs.

Requirements

At least 6 years of inventory or supply chain experience.
High school diploma.
Experience working independently to perform a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors.
Exposure to international shipping regulations, including International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Knowledge of International Air Transport Association (IATA) and International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) requirements.
Strong IT knowledge and comfort working with Windows.
Experience working with a fully integrated Enterprise Resource Planning system.

Nice To Haves

An associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree.
Proven experience managing 3–6 direct reports.
Experience in aerospace, automotive, or other heavy manufacturing.
Prior experience in a high-paced, rapid-growth environment.
A can-do attitude, openness to learning, and good organizational skills.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build working relationships.

Responsibilities

Monitor open orders and fast-track rush orders.
Ensure throughput KPIs are met.
Provide daily direction and support to Store Persons.
Provide customer-focused support for walk-up requests.
Support inwards goods and outbound logistics as needed.
Ensure components and production kits are delivered on time according to production and transfer order plans and priorities.
Coordinate daily and weekly kitting resources to achieve DIFOT and maintain high customer service.
Serve as the first escalation point for kitting-related issues.
Liaise with Production Assembly Team Leads, other Rocket Lab sites, and Logistics teams regarding required parts, including workshop rework orders and parts returning to stores.
Ensure compliance with Rocket Lab’s document management system and ensure SOPs are followed and stock point accuracy maintained.
Carry out tasks in a manner that minimizes potential harm to yourself and others.
Facilitate shared resource requirements for the daily cycle-counting program.
Manage and maintain FIFO to achieve appropriate stock rotation.
Maintain stock point accuracy and ensure LN accurately reflects actual stock movements; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
Drive continuous improvement across the team and maintain standard operating procedures for key processes.
Maintain an orderly warehouse in accordance with 5S principles.
Follow health and safety policies and standard operating procedures, wear correct PPE in designated areas, and promptly report near misses and incidents.
Carry out other tasks reasonably required for the role.