Project Kuiper seeks Logistics Operations Manager to support Payload Processing Facility transportation and warehousing.
The Logistics Ops Manager works at Kuipers Payload Processing Facility and oversees logistics functions in support Launch Operations. This role manages daily yard flow delivery coordination and SAP-based inventory. This individual ensures on-time receiving accurate material traceability and effective trailer utilization across Kuiper facilities. The position requires anticipating Launch Operations needs establishes material kitting cadences based on launch schedules and collaborates across multiple organizations to sustain launch-critical readiness. This role operates with limited guidance delivers tactical execution with emerging strategic scope and mentors peers and leads in process discipline and operational excellence.
Key job responsibilities
Coordinates daily yard operations including satellite trailer receiving dock scheduling and movement of flight and non-flight hardware between quality integration and off-site facilities.
Manage inbound delivery scheduling badging coordination and shipment receipt to ensure secure and compliant site entry.
Oversee physical receiving inspection and SAP/MES entry of all hardware and materials to maintain full system and physical alignment.
Understand and manage physical storage of flight hardware to minimize impact on adjacent teams.
Maintain material visibility and SAP accuracy across multiple facilities through disciplined goods movement cycle counts and reconciliation.
Identify prioritize and resolve operational risks or bottlenecks affecting material availability or hardware flow to include issues upon receipt and issuance.
Partner cross-functionally with Launch Operations Quality Supply Chain Security and Facilities to drive material readiness and compliance.
Develop and execute short-term solutions to mitigate schedule pressures optimize dock and yard utilization and support launch milestones.
Champion process improvement initiatives to standardize receiving kitting and yard workflows across Kuipers network.
Maintain traceability and batch/serial integrity of all controlled hardware
Mentor yard and inventory associates in SAP usage material traceability and safe operational practices.
Hire and Develop the Best receiving associates and leads.
Perform root cause analysis/reporting on supply chain and operational issues develop action plans and manage improvements
Develop analysis of key business metrics with emphasis on developing and executing recommendations for improvement
Lead collaborative planning forecasting and replenishment processes with Launch Operations Teams Planning Global Trade & Compliance and suppliers.
Solve daily operational issues in contact with other stakeholders and Operations teams that block integration.
Other additional duties as assigned.
Shift schedule will vary depending on production/launch schedules
Role requires up to 25% domestic and international travel to support launch activities
- Bachelors degree in supply chain management operations engineering analytics or related field
- 5 years of logistics 2 years of inventory or production operations experience within aerospace manufacturing or high-tech industries.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional coordination between logistics production and program stakeholders.
- Strong analytical critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Clear and concise communication skills in both verbal and written formats.
- Knowledge of SAP systems (like SAP Business Suite S/4HANA SAP Business Warehouse SAP HANA SAP Business Objects etc.) and their architecture and infrastructure needs
- Experience supporting launch integration or aerospace production operations.
- Familiarity with MES warehouse management and yard-management software.
- Proven record of improving material accuracy traceability and logistics performance in complex environments.
- Ability to coordinate material kitting cadences and align them with operational schedules and hardware needs.
- Demonstrated ability to influence and communicate with leadership up to senior management level.
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $101200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.