Inventory & Logistics Manager

WORK LOCATION: San Luis Obispo, CA

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

SALARY RANGE: The anticipated salary range for this role is $105,000 to $145,000 annually. This range reflects a good faith estimate based on the targeted level for the role and typical compensation benchmarks across U.S. locations. Actual compensation may vary depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, خیال location, and internal alignment.

Redwire Defense Tech is looking for a Manager who will be responsible for leading all Logistics functions with authority over Shipping, Receiving and Inventory Control for our San Luis Obispo facility. The person selected for the role will be responsible for owning the design之前, performance, and regulatory compliance 공개for all material‑movement and storage processes and setting departmental strategy, defining standards, and building systems that ensure export‑compliant, accurate, and efficient global shipping operations.

• Establish the long‑range plan for Logistics, including capacity planning, staffing, departmental KPIs, and לחלון workflow architecture.
• Create and maintain policies governing shipping, receiving, inventory control, export compliance, and internal freight operations.
• Oversee adherence to ITAR/EAR requirements, HTS codes, ECCN classification, controlled goods handling, and export‑documentation accuracy.
• Lead the design of warehouse layout, material‑flow strategy, and inventory‑control methodology to align with business demands and regulatory requirements.
• Build and enforce cycle‑counting programs, inventory‑accuracy controls, and systemic root‑cause analysis for discrepancies.
• Architect process‑ ост improvement initiatives using structured methods (Kaizen, A3, error‑proofing).
• Direct training programs that elevate team capability in export compliance, hazardous materials rules, customs requirements, and ERP‑driven material management.
• Provide training, guidance, support, and assistance to inventory, shipping, logistics, and production staff.
• Maintain oversight of timekeeping, staffing, and performance management while delegating day‑to‑day supervision to team leads or supervisors.
• Direct the selection, qualification, and performance management of freight forwarders, carriers, brokers, and logistics partners.
• Enforce and promote a culture of safety by conducting regular safety inspections, identifying potential hazards, and implementing corrective actions to mitigate risks in inventory and shipping operations.

• Extensive background in logistics or inventory management with demonstrated ownership of cross‑functional material‑movement processes.
• Leadership experience with departmental‑level responsibility, including strategic planning, metrics ownership, and personnel development.
• Strong competency in international logistics, export‑control compliance, freight forwarding, customs processes, HTS classification, ECCN determination, and regulatory documentation.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, inventory‑control principles, and warehouse‑management tools.
• Capability to interpret technical documentation and integrate it into material‑flow and classification decisions.
• High‑accuracy decision maker capable of prioritizing in a complex operational environment.
• Knowledge of safety governance and regulatory obligations for material handling and shipping.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.

• Copy of preferred qualifications
• 6 to 10 years’ experience in logistics, inventory and / or global shipping roles
• Prior management experience leading multi‑function operations.
• Demonstrated use of structured continuous improvement tools.
• Experience in quality managed environments (AS9100 preferred)

• Matching 401(k)
• Paid PTO
• Paid holidays
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Group Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
• HSA and FSA Options
• Critical Care Plan
• Accident Care Plan

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