About the position
The Supply Chain Program Manager at Rocket Lab plays a crucial role in supporting the development of the Neutron launch vehicle by ensuring 100% material availability and managing supply chain functions. This position involves collaboration with various teams to execute production material sourcing and address timing issues, while also reporting on supply chain status to senior leadership. The role is set in a dynamic environment that fosters innovation and teamwork, essential for meeting the company’s aggressive launch cadence.
Responsibilities
• Support Supply Chain in achieving 100% material availability for the Neutron launch vehicle.
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• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to plan and execute production material sourcing.
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• Identify timing issues from Engineering design release to the availability of production-level material.
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• Report Supply Chain status, issues, and problems to Rocket Lab senior leadership.
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• Manage relationships with cross-functional engineering and production teams to deliver on program goals.
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• Travel domestically and internationally as needed to solve supplier capacity or timing issues.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or other technical discipline.
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• 8+ years of program management experience in a manufacturing environment.
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• Direct experience solving complex supplier capacity or timing issues.
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• Deep understanding of building Supply Chain program timelines and the various dependencies to enable successful execution.
Nice-to-haves
• 5+ years of demonstrated program management experience across multiple manufacturing projects/programs.
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• Ability to identify and address problems with a proactive and systematic approach.
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• Project management qualifications such as PMP, APMP, etc.
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• Experience managing both suppliers and internal stakeholders to reach quick resolution to issues.
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• Mastery of clear and concise communication intended for Executives.
Benefits
• Top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option.
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• Dental and vision coverage.
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• 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year.
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• 11 paid holidays per year.
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• Flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts.
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• Paid parental leave.
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• Disability insurance.
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• Life insurance.
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• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
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• Discounted employee stock purchase program.
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• Subsidized EV charging stations.
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• Onsite gym, food and drinks, childcare concierge, and other discounts.
