Lead Inventory & Warehouse Supervisor

Rocket Lab Corporation; Auckland; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Auckland, New Zealand seeks a hands-on Inventory Leader to drive accuracy, throughput and timely production kits across the supply chain. You will manage a small team, coordinate movements and resolve issues ensuring on-time delivery for critical spacecraft components.

The role requires strong forklift/Reach Truck operation, ERP fluency and a proactive, safety-minded approach. Expect a fast-paced environment with emphasis on continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in inventory or warehouse management.
• Experience leading a small team in a fast-paced environment.
• Competent forklift and reach truck operation is required.
• Strong ERP/IT systems literacy and process discipline.
• Excellent organizational and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead & coordinate daily activities of Inventory Coordinators to drive throughput and DIFOT outcomes.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and ensure real-time movement reflected in systems.
• Deliver production kits and components on time, including urgent orders.
• Act as first escalation point for inventory issues and non-conformances.
• Maintain 5S warehouse standards and safe working practices.
• Identify and embed continuous improvement initiatives across the function.
• Provide exceptional service to Production, Logistics and other teams.
• Champion safety policies, PPE use and incident reporting.

Skills

Forklift operator

Reach truck operator

Team leadership

ERP systems

Inventory management

Tools

ERP platforms

Job description

Rocket Lab in Auckland, New Zealand seeks a hands-on Inventory Leader to drive accuracy, throughput and timely production kits across the supply chain. You will manage a small team, coordinate movements and resolve issues ensuring on-time delivery for critical spacecraft components.

The role requires strong forklift/Reach Truck operation, ERP fluency and a proactive, safety-minded approach. Expect a fast-paced environment with emphasis on continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration.