Commodity Manager

4 weeks ago

Auckland, New Zealand Rocket Lab Full time

Commodity Manager - Machining/Mechanical Skip to content Commodity Manager - Machining/Mechanical Management (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics) Full time Add expected salary to your profile for insights Rocket Lab's Supply Chain team is responsible for the flow of all materials, products, and components through the business. With many of our own products functioning as critical components to our own and our customers' missions, the Supply Chain team has a direct impact on the success of our rocket and satellite programs. They set up the assembly kits that enables our technicians to put together our Electron rockets, manage inventory, look after shipping and receiving, manage direct and indirect procurement, and inspect and ensure that all of our materials and products are compliant and up to standard. They are the chain that links our teams together, and are critical to our success.  COMMODITY MANAGER – MACHINING/MECHANICAL With Rocket Lab operations spanning 3 countries, and 13 sites (and growing), our Global Supply Chain Management team is offering an opportunity to lead machining commodities for our Electron launch vehicle program. In this role, you will perform a variety of procurement functions, including supplier development, requirement solicitations, contract award, post-award management, and close-out activities. You will also have the opportunity to work in an energetic, collaborative environment that supports one of the fastest growing companies in the aerospace industry. You will be a catalyst for effective commodity execution in alignment with program objectives. We value diverse skills and experience. Your qualifications will add tremendous value to our team. If you're passionate about what you could accomplish in this role, we'd love to hear from you. WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO Work with a highly effective purchasing team focused on the machining parts/mechanical commodity (CNC and 3D printed) for our Launch and Space programs Accountable for the procurement of machining parts in support of production material demand and rapid engineering development Responsible for implementing global commodity strategy and developing local strategy to create best in class cost, quality, and delivery goals in support of Rocket Lab's growth Negotiate pricing on a first principles basis for purchased material cost and create a bottom-up cost model to influence engineering design direction Operate as an external representative of Rocket Lab and manage respective supplier relationships. Conduct supplier performance management including dispute resolution, scorecards, and quarterly business reviews Stay informed about changes in the global market that may impact commodity prices Accountable for end-to-end Procurement process ensuring your team are striving for excellence in sourcing best products first time, at the right price YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, economics, or a similar field At least four years' experience in commodity management Extensive technical knowledge in aerospace Machining Commodity (e.g. Machining Aerospace Metals, Composites, Sourcing Raw Materials, Component Manufacturing, etc.) Experience within supply chain (technical procurement, product development, NPI, manufacturing and negotiating high volume machined products) Ability to evaluate technical feasibility of work content and understand alignment between suppliers' technical capabilities and limitations. Able to facilitate DFM process discussions between suppliers, Engineering, and design teams. Effectively conducts all sourcing activities with the highest level of integrity Advanced analytical skills If this sounds like you, apply today WHAT TO EXPECT We're on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that's not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other's backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way. FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here. Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Biow at dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days. FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY: For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.  Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations. To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory. Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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