Lead, Planning & Fulfillment

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

At Rocket Lab our Supply Chain team is the backbone of our operations ensuring the seamless flow of materials products and components throughout the business. With many of our products serving as critical components for our own and our customers missions the Supply Chain team directlyimpactsthe success of our rocket and satellite programs. From assembling kits for Electron rockets to managing inventory shipping receiving procurement and quality assurance the Supply Chain team is the vital link that connects our teams and drives our success.

LEAD PLEANNING AND FULFILLMENT

Based onsite at Rocket Labs global headquarters in Long Beach CA the Planning and Fulfillment Lead plays a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient flow of materials to meet production demands and company objectives. This role requires exceptional organizational technical and communication skills to manage supply chain processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Its an ideal opportunity for individuals with experience in material planning and procurement who thrive in dynamic high-growth industries.

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:

• Responsible forLeadinga team ofPlannersand/or Coordinators/Expeditors.
• Oversee demand supply and fulfillment planning within the MRP system.
• Maintain accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) parts and master data in the ERP system.
• Update demand to reflect Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and New Product Introductions (NPIs).
• Provide visibility into material positions through tools such as line-of-balance reports material shortage reports and clear-to-build reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide goals demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Monitor and ensure on-time delivery of purchased items escalating delays or issues to Strategic Sourcing and Quality teams as needed.
• Manage obsolete and end-of-life products to minimize unusable inventory.
• Foster positive relationships with suppliers to ensure smooth communication and collaboration.
• Escalate cost or quality concerns to Strategic Sourcing and Quality teams for resolution.
• Align demand supply and fulfillment planning with production schedules.
• Communicate material status and updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures related to procurement and material planning.

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5 years of experience and a bachelors degree or equivalent years of work experience (9 years of total experience).
• Proficiency in ERP and MRP systems for material planning and management.
• Strong knowledge of material planning fundamentals including master data management BOM management and planning release and fulfillment processes.
• Experience producing material line-of-balance reports and conducting clear-to-build reviews.
• Proficiency in MS Office as well as math and statistical analysis for data reporting.
• U.S citizenship is required due to program requirements
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A team-oriented mindset with the ability to multitask and meet multiple deadlines.
• Experience in aerospace EV automotive or other disruptive manufacturing industries.
• Familiarity with AS9100 standards and U.S. export controls (ITAR and EAR).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience managing obsolete and end-of-life products.
• Proficient in SQL.

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.