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ABOUT ROCKET LAB
Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.
ABOUT INVENTORY COORDINATOR AT ROCKET LAB
Rockets don't get built without the right parts. As Rocket Lab's Inventory Coordinator, you'll manage thousands of components and hundreds of orders, delivering them just-in-time to the teams who need them.
You'll help Operations hit daily and weekly production targets, adapt quickly when priorities shift, and champion DIFOT (Delivery in Full, On Time) performance. If you thrive on precision, pace, and problem-solving, this is your chance to play a hands-on role in space.
WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:
- Receive and manage stock: Receipt inwards goods and manage FIFO stock rotation in line with our SOPs
- Keep inventory accurate: Complete daily cycle counts, resolve discrepancies, and make sure our ERP system (LN) matches what's on the shelf
- Fuel production: Deliver components, kits, Kanban, and raw materials to the shop floor on time and in line with production priorities
- Pick, pack, and dispatch: Get orders out the door quickly and accurately, and complete logistics runner tasks
- Keep things running smoothly: Maintain a clean, organized warehouse using 5S principles, and work with other teams to clear bottlenecks
- Deliver great service: Be a friendly, professional point of contact for walk-up customers
YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2+ years in a stores, warehouse, or inventory role within a manufacturing environment
- Experience with ERP systems and the ability to pick up new ones quickly
- Sharp attention to detail and a highly organized, methodical approach
- Confidence working independently and juggling shifting priorities under tight deadlines
- Strong communication skills and a knack for building great working relationships
- A proactive, team-first attitude, with flexibility to work extra hours when needed
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
- Experience handling both inwards and outwards goods
- Hands-on experience with stock management and quality control processes
- A background in aerospace, aviation, or automotive industries
If this sounds like you then apply now.
WHAT TO EXPECT
We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.
Important information:
FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.
Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at [email protected] dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.
FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:
For security reasons, background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.
Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations.
