Inventory Coordinator II

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets spacecraft and critical subsystems that keep the world connected protected expand humanitys reach to the Moon Mars and beyond. We move fast build real hardware for meaningful missions and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.

SUPPLY CHAIN

Rocket Labs 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 assembly kits that enable our technicians to build our optical payloads manage inventory look after shipping and receiving 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.

INVENTORY COORDINATOR II

Based onsite at Rocket Lab Optical Systems located in Chantilly VA the Inventory Coordinator is tasked with all aspects of inventory management from receiving putting into inventory counting and kitting inwards and outwards goods. Inventory that needs to be received stored and kitted for production maintaining inventory accuracy through adherence to process and customer satisfaction of just-in-time fulfillment makes an Inventory Coordinator a critical role in the last mile of our supply chain.

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO

• Receive inwards goods on a FIFO basis and ensure SOPs for processing of inwards goods are adhered to
• Ensure accurate and on time delivery of components and production kits in accordance with production & transfer order plans / priorities
• Receive inwards goods on a FIFO basis and ensure SOPs for processing of inwards goods are adhered to
• Ensure accurate and on time delivery of components and production kits in accordance with production & transfer order plans / priorities
• Ensure SOPS are followed and stock point accuracy is maintained
• Participate in a daily cycle counting program.
• Ensure FIFO is managed and maintained to achieve appropriate stock rotation
• Maintain stock point accuracy and ensure ERP accurately reflects actual stock movements. Investigating and resolving any discrepancies.
• Additional duties as reasonably required

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma and 1 year of experience
• Proficient using Microsoft Products (Outlook Excel Word Power Point Access)
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems
• U.S. citizenship is required due to program requirements.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Associates Degree or Bachelors Degree
• Experience in aerospace automotive or other heavy manufacturing
• Experience with control and tracking of serial and lot controlled materials.
• Experience with ERP Systems
• Prior experience in high-paced rapid growth environment
• Team oriented strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment and to multiple deadlines
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently

This position may require prolonged periods of sitting standing walking computer work and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise dust and fumes in production areas.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Were on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth but thats 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 others 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 This 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.