Lead, Planning & Fulfillment

Rocket Lab Corporation; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with match

Paid vacation and holidays

HSA contributions

EV charging subsidy

Onsite fitness centers

Merchandise discounts

Job summary

Rocket Lab Corporation in Long Beach, CA, seeks a Planning and Fulfillment Lead to ensure material flow supports production demands. You will manage planning processes in ERP/MRP, maintain BOM/master data, and coordinate ECOs/NPIs with engineering and production teams.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, 5+ years in planning, ERP/MRP proficiency, and US citizenship with security clearance eligibility. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; 9+ years total experience.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems for material planning.
• Knowledge of BOM, master data, release and fulfillment processes.
• Experience producing line-of-balance reports and clear-to-build reviews.
• Proficiency in MS Office and math/statistical analysis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee demand, supply, and fulfillment planning within the MRP system.
• Maintain accurate BOM, parts, and master data in the ERP system.
• Update demand to reflect ECOs and NPIs.
• Provide visibility into material positions via balance and shortage reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to hit company goals and timelines.
• Monitor on-time delivery and escalate delays to Strategic Sourcing and Quality teams.
• Manage obsolete and end-of-life products to minimize excess inventory.
• Foster strong supplier relationships for smooth communication.
• Escalate cost or quality concerns to Sourcing and Quality teams.
• Align demand, supply, and fulfillment planning with production schedules.
• Communicate material status to stakeholders and ensure policy compliance.

Skills

Material planning

BOM management

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

MRP systems

MS Office

SQL

Job description

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.

SUPPLY CHAIN

At Rocket Lab, our Supply Chain team is the backbone of our operations, ensuring the seamless flow of materials, products, and components throughout the business. With many of our products serving as critical components for our own and our customers’ missions, the Supply Chain team directlyimpactsthe success of our rocket and satellite programs. From assembling kits for Electron rockets to managing inventory, shipping, receiving, procurement, and quality assurance, the Supply Chain team is the vital link that connects our teams and drives our success.

LEAD, PLEANNING AND FULFILLMENT

Based onsite at Rocket Lab's global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Planning and Fulfillment Lead plays a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient flow of materials to meet production demands and company objectives. This role requires exceptional organizational, technical, and communication skills to manage supply chain processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. It’s an ideal opportunity for individuals with experience in material planning and procurement who thrive in dynamic, high-growth industries.

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

• Oversee demand, supply, and fulfillment planning within the MRP system.
• Maintain accurate Bill of Materials (BOM), parts, and master data in the ERP system.
• Update demand to reflect Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and New Product Introductions (NPIs).
• Provide visibility into material positions through tools such as line-of-balance reports, material shortage reports, and clear-to-build reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide goals, demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Monitor and ensure on-time delivery of purchased items, escalating delays or issues to Strategic Sourcing and Quality teams as needed.
• Manage obsolete and end-of-life products to minimize unusable inventory.
• Foster positive relationships with suppliers to ensure smooth communication and collaboration.
• Escalate cost or quality concerns to Strategic Sourcing and Quality teams for resolution.
• Align demand, supply, and fulfillment planning with production schedules.
• Communicate material status and updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures related to procurement and material planning.

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of experience and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of work experience (9+ years of total experience).
• Proficiency in ERP and MRP systems for material planning and management.
• Strong knowledge of material planning fundamentals, including master data management, BOM management, and planning release and fulfillment processes.
• Experience producing material line-of-balance reports and conducting clear-to-build reviews.
• Proficiency in MS Office, as well as math and statistical analysis for data reporting.
• U.S citizenship is required, due to program requirements
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A team-oriented mindset with the ability to multitask and meet multiple deadlines.
• Experience in aerospace, EV automotive, or other disruptive manufacturing industries.
• Familiarity with AS9100 standards and U.S. export controls (ITAR and EAR).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience managing obsolete and end-of-life products.
• Proficient in SQL.

This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.

Join one of the world's fastest-growing space companies and own a piece of it. In addition to competitive base pay,you'll receive company stock as part of your total compensation package, giving you a direct stake in our success. As we expand to new launch sites, groundbreaking missions, and global markets, your ownership has the opportunity to grow alongside the company.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes our industry-leading Employee Stock Purchase Program (with a 15% discount on company stock), top-tier medical plans (HMO, PPO, and a zero cost HDHP option with a significant HSA company contribution), dental and vision coverage, paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Additional perks include subsidized EV charging, onsite fitness centers (where available), discounted gym memberships, complimentary snacks and beverages, 50% employee discount on our popular merch store, and a variety of other employee discounts.

Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base Pay Range (CA Only)

$100,000 - $127,000 USD

WHAT TO EXPECT

We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here .

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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For security reasons, background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations.

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