Manager, Inventory and Logistics

Rocket Lab • Long Beach, CA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Manager of Inventory and Logistics leads a team responsible for inventory controls and daily logistics execution across Rocket Lab’s East Coast operations. Based onsite at Rocket Lab’s headquarters in Long Beach, California, this hands-on leader works directly with team members to maintain high service levels for internal and external customers, order fulfillment, delivery-in-full/on-time performance (DIFOT), inventory accuracy, and adherence to standard operating procedures. The role oversees inventory management, material handling, shipping, and receiving across several sites, and includes domestic and international travel.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of experience and a bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience (12 or more years of total work experience).
• At least 5 years of related leadership experience within supply chain.
• Proven ability to manage inventory teams.
• Proven ability to implement systems and tools for material management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP systems, math, and statistics.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time to multiple sites, primarily on the East Coast.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Team-oriented, with the ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines.
• Experience in aerospace, automotive, or other heavy manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Prior experience in a fast-paced, rapid-growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct a team responsible for inventory management, material handling, and shipping and receiving across several East Coast sites.
• Manage inventory controls and perpetual inventory reporting.
• Ensure on-time delivery of inventory materials to production and develop packaging solutions to prevent parts damage.
• Implement systems and processes for inventory barcoding and bin locations.
• Oversee inventory planning and kitting to deliver materials line-side to production cells.
• Ensure inventory accuracy and cycle counts meet Finance requirements.
• Ensure shipping and receiving processes are in place and support the procure-to-pay process.
• Oversee receiving inspection to ensure parts meet specifications.
• Travel domestically and abroad.
• Perform additional duties as reasonably required.

Benefits

• Company stock as part of total compensation.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program with a 15% discount on company stock.
• Medical plans, including HMO, PPO, and a zero-cost HDHP option with a company HSA contribution.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts.
• Paid parental leave.
• Disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Subsidized EV charging.
• Onsite fitness centers where available.
• Discounted gym memberships.
• Complimentary snacks and beverages.
• 50% employee discount on the company merchandise store.
• Other employee discounts.

What This Job Offers

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