Blue Origin

Senior Supply Chain Program Manager - Inventory

Blue Origin • $124K — $174K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, supply chain, business, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
  • 7+ years of experience in program management or similar roles within supply chain, logistics, or manufacturing environments
  • Demonstrated ability to create and manage detailed program plans, coordinate cross-functional teams, and deliver complex projects
  • Experience working with software engineering teams, participating in Agile or similar methodologies
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and drive end-to-end adopted solutions and implementation plans to revolutionize inventory management.
  • Drive Inventory Control Operations priorities and enhance weekly throughput metrics to ensure high Inventory Quality.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and develop comprehensive software plans.
  • Organize the Inventory program by documenting clear milestones, managing risks, and ensuring proactive communication.
  • Translate business requirements into technical deliverables in collaboration with Product Managers and technical teams.
  • Identify and resolve risks, impediments, and dependencies to ensure timely delivery of software solutions.
  • Cultivate a continuous improvement mindset across teams to enhance efficiency, quality, and collaboration.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
  • Paid parental leave and short/long-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 5%
  • Education Support Program
  • Stock Options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
  • Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks per year and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Full Job Description
Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

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.

Job Description

As part of a dedicated team of engineers, specialists, and operations professionals, you will play a pivotal role in driving software execution within Blue Origin's supply chain organization. We are seeking a Senior Supply Chain Program Manager with a talent for planning, organizing, and delivering complex projects to optimize Inventory Strategy and Operations. You will work closely with Inventory Control Operators, product managers, and cross-functional teams, and software engineers (SDEs) to create detailed optimization, improvement and development plans, ensure project alignment with business goals, and bring organizational excellence to the supply chain and inventory team.

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

Location:
Seattle, WA, Huntsville, AL or Space Coast, FL (relocation assistance provided)

Travel:
Some travel may be required to visit Blue Origin warehouse or operations sites (
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Plan and drive end-to-end adopted solutions and implementation plans to revolutionize inventory management within the supply chain org.
  • Drive Inventory Control Operations priorities and are responsible for efficiency improvements to weekly throughput metrics in order to make Inventory Quality world class.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to get requirements and then partner with product management and software engineering teams to develop and manage comprehensive software development plans for supply chain initiatives, ensuring scope, schedules, and resources are aligned.
  • Bring structure and organization to the Inventory program through clear documentation, tracking of milestones, risk management, and proactive communication.
  • Partner with Product Managers, Supply Chain Operations, and Enterprise Technology teams to translate business requirements into clear, executable technical deliverables.
  • Identify and resolve program risks, impediments, and cross-team dependencies proactively to ensure on-time delivery of software solutions.
  • Experience working directly with Operators in the field
  • Track key metrics and program progress, providing transparent status updates and driving accountability among team members and stakeholders.
  • Cultivate a continuous improvement mindset across engineering and operations teams, seeking opportunities to enhance development efficiency, software quality, and team collaboration.
  • Maintain strong relationships with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, acting as a bridge to ensure clarity around goals, commitments, and progress.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, supply chain, business, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
  • 7+ years of experience in program management or similar roles within supply chain, logistics, or manufacturing environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to create and manage detailed program plans, coordinate cross-functional teams, and deliver complex projects.
  • Experience working with software engineering teams, participating in Agile or similar methodologies.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to drive alignment across multiple teams.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working with supply chain software systems (e.g., inventory/warehouse management, procurement, or transportation/logistics platforms).
  • Familiarity with process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
  • Experience with software project management tools, Agile frameworks, and technical documentation.
  • Track record of delivering programs in fast-paced, high-growth, or complex operational environments.
  • Skilled at managing competing priorities and change in dynamic settings.


Base Pay Range for:
WA applicants is $124,476.00 - $174,265.35

Other site ranges may differ

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.

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.


About Blue Origin

Blue Origin is an aerospace company that develops rockets and spacecraft for commercial and government customers. The company's products include the New Shepard suborbital vehicle and the New Glenn orbital rocket. Blue Origin was founded in 2000 by Jeff Bezos and is headquartered in Kent, Washington.
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3,000 employees
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Founded
2000

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