Director - 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.

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

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!

• This leader is responsible for fulfillment, order flow, outbound and reverse logistics for aerospace hardware
• This leader will design and implement best-in-class processes for all aspects of warehouse and fulfillment
• They must be an expert in inbound and outbound fulfillment, warehousing, reverse logistics processes, and asset & inventory management with a multi-site perspective
• They'll leverage their operations expertise to scale from initial product introduction to full-rate production for large-scale, complex aerospace vehicles
• They will need to create strong partnerships across operations, program, supply chain, and technical teams
• Responsible for the Fulfillment team's vision and execution plans for long-term scaling, this leader will have the opportunity to make big decisions and innovate to improve the customer experience
• They will also actively participate in the day-to-day tactical operations
• The ability to operate at all levels to identify root causes and corrective actions and improve performance as we scale
• Partner with up- and down-stream teams to address pain points
• Develop a team of senior leaders and empower them to make decisions independently
• Serve as an escalation point when operational issues arise
• Oversee inventory management including inbound product tracking, facility space constraints, supplier returns, shipping and receiving capabilities, etc
• Maintain correct counts/controls of finished goods inventory
• Support all departments with the knowledge and ability to perform all functions of their position by providing additional training, support, and resources as needed
• Facilitate the integration and continuation of cross-training programs throughout the departments to promote team cohesion, efficiency, and continued employee growth
• Work closely with Enterprise Technology to identify and implement state-of-the-art technologies and manage their implementation across all sites.

• This leader needs a deep understanding of logistics, warehouse, and fulfillment processes and must be willing to build and implement processes and measurements to measure performance and drive continuous improvement
• Senior level leadership in a large, complex and fast paced environment
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment involving ambiguity and high rates of change
• 7+ years of working cross-functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience
• 7+ years of program or project management experience
• 7+ years of managing, analyzing, and communicating results to senior leadership
• Experience creating and executing logistics and warehouse strategies, including the use of 3PL solutions
• Experience implementing repeatable processes and driving automation or standardization
• Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements
• Excellent verbal and written communication and negotiation skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience

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.

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