Manager - Supply Chain & Logistics

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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

As part of a large, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will be responsible for leading several warehouse and logistical activities at Blue Origin's various Warehouse locations in Orlando. This position is expected to be visionary enough to recognize opportunities in processes and efficiency, and detail-oriented enough to lead an operationally excellent organization. You must be a proactive, service oriented individual with excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills who thrives in a fast paced environment. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities:

• Drive the team to meet company leadership and business goals. Experience as a people manager; encouraging and in support of performance management activities, goal setting, career counseling, compensation planning, and employee training and /or talent development while managing employees and employee relations issues within varying levels of the Organization.
• Demonstrated deep knowledge and experience in Inventory Management and Program Management Experience in Lean / Six Sigma, and demonstrate proficiency at creating models / tools, re-engineering business processes, and performing complex data analysis to improve profitability, cost structure by product group, and production volume attainment. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate complex ideas, anticipate potential objections and persuade others, often at senior levels, to adopt a different point of view.
• Must have a thorough knowledge and experience in planning, MRP/ERP planning and transactions and BOM structures.
• Experience establishing & maintaining KPIs to track and monitor performance and develop improvement plans. Excellent analytical and quantitative skills; ability to use hard data and metrics to back up assumptions, recommendations, and drive actions
• Manage receiving, storage, distribution and accountability of all inventory materials
• Maintain SKU and unit accuracy levels within company goals
• Perform root cause analysis on inventory variances
• Ensure inventory activities are compliant and supportive of manufacturing operations
• File and maintain documentation from received product in accordance with company process
• Manage inventory levels in coordination with Excess and Obsolete policy and drive cadenced initiatives to dispose of obsolete/expired material
• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities
• Monitor and maintain team training and certifications required for duties
• Conduct performance reviews and establish career paths for progression
• Resolve invoice discrepancies with Accounts Payable and Procurement teams
• Maintain service level agreements for inventory related processes
• Ability to safely use a forklift and perform elevated work
• Exposure to proper handling and storage of energetic systems, hazardous waste materials, raw metals, and explosives

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or a related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, inventory management, or warehouse/logistics operations, including 2+ years of direct people management experience
• Demonstrated experience with MRP/ERP systems, inventory transactions, and BOM structures
• Experience establishing and managing KPIs to monitor performance and drive improvement
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including the ability to use data and metrics to support recommendations and drive action
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills within a highly technical environment
• Ability to derive inventory requirements from drawings, specifications, and Bills of Material
• Ability to obtain forklift certification and perform elevated work

Preferred Qualifications:

• APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM or CSCP)
• MBA or equivalent advanced degree
• Warehouse/inventory management experience in aerospace, defense, or another highly regulated industry (e.g., medical devices)
• Lean / Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher) with demonstrated process re-engineering experience
• Experience handling hazardous materials, energetic systems, or explosives, and familiarity with associated compliance requirements

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles:  Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

• Benefits include:  Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.