Logistics Manager
Quincy, WA - USA
Job Summary
Anduril is fielding the next generation of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) to tackle the extremely challenging industry demands of seabed exploration. Anduril has brought to the market a unique ultra-long-range full-ocean-depth platform and a completely refreshed maritime vehicle and flexible manufacturing architecture that scales from large to extra-large vehicle sizes. Today Anduril is executing on multi-million-dollar contracts while simultaneously performing Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) AUV operations.
As our Maritime team continues to quickly grow we are looking for motivated candidates that are inspired to work within an extremely energetic creative and innovative team that is passionate about subsea robotics and exploring the open ocean. We work in a highly dynamic environment where collaboration and idea sharing are a way of life.
We are looking for a Logistics Manager to join our rapidly growing team in Quincy this role you are responsible for overseeing all global logistics operations supporting Undersea Reconnaissance and Strike events and shipments. You will ensure the secure compliant and timely transport and storage of sensitive equipment assets and materials in alignment with U.S. government regulations and defense contracting standards. The ideal candidate has extensive knowledge of international logistics services and capabilities defense trade compliance (ITAR/EAR) and the complexities of moving controlled equipment across borders for temporary and permanent export.
Logistics Execution
- Plan manage and execute logistics for all shipping to and from URS locations.
- Generate commercial invoices and packing lists for the export of items internationally.
- Work with international trade compliance to ensure proper jurisdiction classification on exports
- Oversee the secure transport and storage of sensitive equipment prototypes and display assets ensuring compliance with defense sector requirements.
- Develop logistics playbooks and contingency strategies for mission-critical event timelines.
- Manage export/import documentation ATA Carnets customs declarations and temporary imports.
Transportation & Vendor Management
- Manage freight forwarders customs brokers and specialized logistics service providers.
- Select and oversee logistics service partners with proven defense industry and government clearance capabilities.
- Act as the primary logistics liaison with event organizers internal stakeholder and external parties.
Budgeting & Cost Control
- Track and analyze costs related to freight warehousing customs duties and special handling.
- Drive cost optimization while ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
Risk Management & Process Improvement
- Anticipate and resolve potential delays due to customs security or geopolitical risks.
- Standardize logistics processes for repeatable success across shipments.
- Develop and implement KPIs for on-time delivery compliance accuracy and cost performance.
- Bachelors degree in supply chain logistics business or related field (masters preferred).
- 7 years of experience in global logistics or supply chain management with defense sector exposure strongly preferred.
- Experience managing sensitive and oversized shipments via ocean and air freight.
- Knowledge of ITAR EAR DFARS U.S. export/import controls and import/exports controls of various global markets.
- Proficiency in Excel ERP systems (e.g. Oracle NetSuite) and reporting tools.
- Excellent communication vendor negotiation and analytical skills.
- Experience in manufacturing supply chains is a plus
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage both day-to-day operations and long-term strategy.
- Excellent communication leadership presentation and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other departments and all levels of management.
- Eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance.
- Ability to travel globally up to 25%
- Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
- In this role you will be subject to pre-employment and randomized substance screening as required by the Company.
US Salary Range
$112000 - $149000 USD
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience education and/or training critical skills and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Andurils total compensation package. Additionally Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees including:
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Required Experience:
Manager