Rocket Lab

Senior Manager, Planning & Fulfillment

Rocket Lab$130K — $175K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in a Material Planner, Production Planner, or Buyer role with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience (14+ years total).
  • Proven ability to manage demand and supply planning within MRP systems.
  • Experience in creating new processes and deploying effective inventory systems.
  • Proficient in MS Office, ERP systems, and skilled in math and statistics.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a team of Material and Production Planners.
  • Create material demand within MRP and oversee material supply for Production and R&D.
  • Ensure accuracy of part master data within MRP.
  • Generate material visibility through reports (e.g., line of balance, material shortage, clear to build).
  • Identify supply constraints affecting production schedules and develop mitigation plans.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide objectives.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical coverage including HMO, PPO, and a company-sponsored HSA option.
  • Dental and vision insurance provided.
  • Generous paid time off including 3 weeks vacation and 5 sick days yearly.
  • 11 paid holidays annually.
  • Flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts available.
  • Paid parental leave and disability insurance included.
  • Life insurance and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
  • Discounted employee stock purchase program and subsidized EV charging stations.
  • Onsite gym, food and drinks, and other employee discounts.
Full Job Description
SENIOR MANAGER, PLANNING & FULFILLMENT

Based onsite at Rocket Lab's global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, The Senior Manager, Planning & Fulfillment will lead a team with responsibility for ensuring raw materials, and components are delivered supporting production needs, efficiently. This role will fully understand our supply chain and production operations. They will develop inventory strategies and drive execution. The Manager, Planning & Fulfillment requires engagement with Rocket Lab US and New Zealand across the extended supply chain.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:
  • Responsible for managing a team of Material and Production Planners.
  • Responsible for creating material demand within MRP, and managing material supply for Production and R&D.
  • Responsible for ensuring part master data within MRP is accurate.
  • Create material visibility across the business (with line of balance reports, material shortage reports, clear to build reports, etc.).
  • Identify part supply constraints that may impact production schedule, and create mitigation plans.
  • Work in a cross functional team environment as a strong team player and demonstrate ability to work with other functional groups to achieve company-wide goals.

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 10+ years of experience in a Material Planner, Production Planner, Buyer type of function & a bachelors degree or equivalent years of work experience (14+ years total work experience)
  • Proven ability to manage demand planning and supply planning within MRP.
  • Proven ability to create new processes and deploy effective systems.
  • Proficient in MS Office, ERP systems, math and statistics.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
  • Proficient in SQL and MRP systems.
  • Experience in aerospace or automotive manufacturing.
  • Prior experience in rapid growth environment.
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Team oriented, strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment and to multiple deadlines.

ADDITIONAL REQUIRMENTS
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
  • Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing.
  • Must be physically able to commute to buildings
  • Occasional exposure to dust, fumes and moderate levels of noise.
  • Able to lift 25LBS unassisted


Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab. Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Other perks include: Discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts.

Eligibility for benefits may vary based on employment status, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role. Benefit programs are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Base Pay Range (CA Only)

$130,000-$175,000 USD

About Rocket Lab

Rocket Lab is a private American aerospace manufacturer and small satellite launch service provider. The company was founded in 2006 by New Zealander Peter Beck. Rocket Lab's Electron rocket is designed to launch small payloads of up to 300 kg into low Earth orbit. The company has launched several successful missions and has contracts with NASA and other organizations. Rocket Lab has raised over $200 million in funding and has offices in the United States and New Zealand.
Learn more about Rocket Lab
Size
500 employees
Market Cap
$1.6 billion
Industry
Founded
2006
NASDAQ

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