Supervisor - Inventory

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.  

Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope. 

While other companies talk about it, we do it

SUPPLY CHAIN Rocket Lab's Supply Chain team is the backbone of our operations, ensuring the seamless flow of critical components and orders to internal and external customers on a just-in-time basis. With many of our products functioning as essential parts for both our own and our customers' missions, the Supply Chain team plays a pivotal role in enabling efficient and effective production outcomes.

By championing Delivery in Full, On Time (DIFOT) and maintaining high customer service levels, the team ensures that every part is where it needs to be, when it needs to be there. This requires precision, collaboration, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment where every detail matters.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO

Reporting to the Manager – Inventory & Logistics, you'll contribute to the smooth flow of parts, supporting Rocket Lab's production and operations teams. You'll oversee our Picking, Kitting and Inventory Control operations.

In this role, you'll play a key part in delivering parts to the assembly line on time, supporting daily and weekly production targets while adapting to changing priorities as needed.

Your day-to-day will involve the leadership and development of team members and collaborating with other departments to relieve bottlenecks and support operations.

You will maintain a tidy and organized parts inventory in line with 5S principles, ensuring professionalism and a strong focus on service.

This role offers variety, teamwork, and the opportunity to contribute directly to Rocket Lab's mission of delivering world-class space solutions.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE, YOU'LL HAVE

Essential:

• Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, or High school diploma and 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in managing and leading 10-15 direct reports, or qualified internal candidate.
• Independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from manager.
• Strong IT acumen with experience working with a fully integrated Enterprise Resource Planning system.
• A can-do attitude, open to learning with good organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills and able to build working relationships.

Preferred:

• Experience with Infor LN and Factory Track or similar integrated ERP system
• Experience in aerospace or automotive manufacturing
• Prior experience in rapid growth environment

Play your part in our next mission today
Submit your CV and a cover letter explaining why you're excited to join Rocket Lab and how your skills align with this role.

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.   

Important information:

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 Johnson 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.