Manager, Inventory and Logistics

Rocket Lab Corporation • Middle River, MD

18h • $110,000 - $135,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Based on site at Rocket Lab’s Middle River, MD facility, the Manager of Inventory and Logistics plays a pivotal role in leading a team responsible for ensuring seamless inventory control and efficient daily operations, including expediting, receiving, storage, picking, packing, and local dispatch. This leader works closely with team members to drive operational excellence, maintain high service levels for both internal and external customers, and ensure timely order fulfillment. With a focus on achieving DIFOT (Delivery in Full, On Time), inventory accuracy, and adherence to standard operating procedures, this role is critical to supporting Rocket Lab’s mission and growth.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience and a bachelors degree or equivalent years of work experience (12+ years of total work experience).
• 5+ years of related experience in leadership within supply chain.
• Proven ability to manage inventory teams.
• Proven ability to implement systems and tools for material management.
• Proficient in MS Office, ERP systems, math and statistics

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or Business.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Team oriented, strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment and to multiple deadlines
• Experience in aerospace, automotive, or other heavy manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP Systems
• Prior experience in high-paced, rapid growth environment

Responsibilities

• Inspire and manage a skilled team responsible for inventory management, material handling, and logistics operations.
• Develop and execute strategic inventory planning and kitting processes to ensure materials are delivered line side to production cells with precision and efficiency.
• Maintain rigorous inventory accuracy through data driven cycle counting and reporting, ensuring alignment with financial and audit requirements.
• Design and enforce efficient, scalable shipping and receiving workflows that integrate seamlessly with the procure-to-pay process, ensuring timely and accurate material movement.
• Manage domestic and international logistics operations, ensuring cost-effective and timely delivery of materials across the supply chain.
• Identify and execute process improvements using Lean principles, data analytics, and automation to enhance operational efficiency and scalability.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support the success of the team and the organization’s mission.

Benefits

• Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Other perks include: discounted employee stock purchase program, and free snacks/drinks onsite.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees