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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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

As part of a large, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will be responsible for leading all warehouse and logistical activities at Blue Origin's Launch Complex in Cape Canaveral, FL. 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 goalsExperience 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 ManagementExperience 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, BOM structures, and material estimating.Experience establishing & maintaining KPIs to track and monitor performance and develop improvement plansExcellent analytical and quantitative skills; ability to use hard data and metrics to back up assumptions, recommendations, and drive actionsManage receiving, storage, distribution and accountability of all inventory materialsMaintain SKU and unit accuracy levels within company goalsPerform root cause analysis on inventory variancesEnsure inventory activities are compliant and supportive of manufacturing operationsFile and maintain documentation from received product in accordance with company processManage inventory levels in coordination with Excess and Obsolete policy.Recommend and drive initiative to dispose of stale or abandoned storage items.Identify and implement process improvement opportunitiesMonitor and maintain team training and certifications required for dutiesConduct performance reviews and establish career paths for progressionResolve invoice discrepancies with Accounts Payable and Procurement teamsDevelop and implement warehouse reportingMaintain service level agreements for inventory related processesAbility to safely use a forklift and perform elevated workExposure to proper handling and storage of energetic systems, hazardous waste materials, raw metals, and explosives

Qualifications:

B.A., B.S. degree or APICs certification or 5+ years of Blue Origin experienceAn attitude of world-class quality, attention to detail, and dedicationCommunication skills within a highly technical environmentMathematical skills including calculation of percentages, area, volume, and unit of measure conversionsAnalytical skills to define problems, collect appropriate and relevant data, establish facts, and draw reasonable conclusions from gathered informationAbility to derive inventory requirements from drawings, specifications, and Bills of MaterialAbility to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Desired:

An MBA in Business Administration or equivalentWarehouse /Inventory management experience in the aerospace or medical industry

Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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 (DIBDS) 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, Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

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.

Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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 “EEO Is the Law,” 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.

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