Supply Chain Lead — Inventory, Kitting & On‑Time Delivery

Rocketlab; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Auckland is seeking an experienced Inventory & Logistics Lead to drive throughput, maintain stock accuracy, and ensure timely delivery of production kits.

You will lead a small team, operate forklifts and reach trucks, and uphold 5S warehouse standards while continuously improving processes. Strong ERP/IT skills and clear communication are essential to collaborate across production, logistics and support functions.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or higher education with relevant experience.
• 5+ years of inventory/ops experience in fast-paced settings.
• Experience leading a small team and coordinating across functions.
• Must be a competent forklift and reach-truck operator.
• Strong organizational skills and IT/ERP literacy.

Responsibilities

• Lead & Support: Provide daily direction and support to Inventory Coordinators, driving throughput and DIFOT outcomes.
• Stock Accuracy: Maintain inventory accuracy and ensure systems reflect real-time movements.
• Production Delivery: Deliver production kits and components on time, including fast-track and urgent orders.
• Issue Resolution: Act as the first escalation point for inventory-related issues, resolving non-conformances promptly.
• Warehouse Standards: Maintain a tidy, orderly warehouse environment aligned with 5S principles.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify, lead, and embed continuous improvement initiatives across the function.
• Customer Service: Provide exceptional service to Production Assembly teams, Logistics, and other stakeholders.
• Safety Leadership: Lead a safe workplace by enforcing policies, PPE use, hazard management, and incident reporting.

Skills

5+ years experience

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Warehouse/Logistics coordination

Safety awareness

Education

Associate’s/Bachelor’s/High School Diploma

Tools

ERP platforms

Forklift and reach truck operations

Job description

Rocket Lab in Auckland is seeking an experienced Inventory & Logistics Lead to drive throughput, maintain stock accuracy, and ensure timely delivery of production kits.

You will lead a small team, operate forklifts and reach trucks, and uphold 5S warehouse standards while continuously improving processes. Strong ERP/IT skills and clear communication are essential to collaborate across production, logistics and support functions.