Materials Manager

About this Role

The Materials Manager will primarily support the expansion of inventory and kitting operations to new Varda locations and will also be a secondary backup to the Logistics Manager for inbound and outbound transportation scheduling and coordination. An individual who can thrive in a startup environment, implement process improvements, and support growth into multiple buildings is preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor material movements and process flow in the shop

Properly move material to/from receiving and production

Develop scaling plans for material movement with multiple buildings

Manage lifecycle of material from point of receipt

Advise on supply chain material design, focusing on inventory optimization and strategic material movement cost-savings opportunities

Design and manage a program that scales with the growth of the production volume and supply base

Coordinate incoming and outgoing shipments

Move material around the factory or to alternate sites

Properly store material in inventory

Prepare kits of materials requested within ERP system

Monitor inventory shelf life and stock levels

Perform inventory counts

Basic Qualifications

Proficiency with Microsoft office and ERP systems or equivalent software

3-5+ years of experience with logistics, material movement, inventory management, and expediting

Preferred Skills and Experience

Degree in Supply Chain, Transportation Management, or equivalent experience

Experience operating a forklift

Logistics experience across multi-site operations, including outbound and inbound international shipping

HazMat Certification (DOT, IATA, IMDG, Lithium Ion Battery)

Experience in Aerospace or similar fast paced industry

Ability to communicate effectively with external suppliers and internal employees

Demonstrates organizational excellence

Pay Range

Salary range: $92,820-$125,580/per year

This role is on-site in El Segundo, CA

Leveling and base salary is determined by job-related skills, education level, experience level, and job performance

You will be eligible for incentives in the form of stock options and/or long-term cash awards