Senior Inventory Management Specialist

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions that will empower civilization to transcend Earth. Beginning with Axiom Station, successor to the International Space Station, the company is pioneering a next-generation orbital settlement that will foster groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity and drive the global space economy of tomorrow. Today, guided by the vision of leading humanity's expansion off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond.

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Axiom Space fosters a work environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace. Our mission-driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic Senior Inventory Management Specialist who is fueled by high accountability, execution horsepower, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.

Since Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Senior Inventory Management Specialist to assist the Stores and Distribution Manager in the management of multiple Shipping/Receiving and Bonded Stores facilities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all areas. This role involves overseeing the custody and tracking of both company-owned inventory and Government Furnished Property (GFP) and adhering to strict regulatory and contractual guidelines during the receiving, storing, issuing, packaging, and dispositioning of materials.

The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert applying their experience and critical thinking skills to assess, develop, and improve all processes and procedures related to these functions as well as provide support to other organizations in similar efforts. They will also conduct regular inventory counts, support audits, and manage the storage of hazardous materials in accordance with OSHA and EPA standards.

This is a critical role that requires regular collaboration with multiple departments, including procurement, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to support smooth operations and maintain compliance with company and government requirements.

• Receiving and Storing Materials:
  Receive, inspect, and document incoming inventory, ensuring proper storage of company-owned and GFP in compliance with regulations.
• Inventory Accuracy:
  Maintain accurate records in the inventory management system, conduct regular physical counts, and reconcile discrepancies.
• Issuance and Allocation:
  Issue materials and equipment per work orders/manufacturing orders or project requirements, ensuring proper tracking of GFP and inventory movement.
• Bonded Storage Compliance:
  Adhere to strict security and handling procedures for bonded storage, ensuring all inventory transactions are documented properly.
• Packaging, Labeling, and Shipment:
  Prepare critical flight hardware, hazardous materials, and GFP for shipment, ensuring compliance with labeling, packaging, and regulatory standards.
• Procedure Adherence:
  Follow and enforce company operating procedures, work instructions, and best practices for inventory and bonded storage management.
• Procedure Development and Process Improvement:
  Assess, refine, and develop operating procedures using process improvement methodologies assuring compliance with and alignment to existing requirements and guidance from sources both internal and external.
• Coordination with Departments:
  Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, quality assurance, and shipping teams to meet project deadlines and resolve inventory-related issues.
• Audits:
  Support inventory and property audits by ensuring accurate records, documentation, and compliance with company and government requirements.
• Loss Prevention:
  Investigate inventory discrepancies, document losses, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Training and Supervision:
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