Manager, Field Inventory & Logistics

Zipline; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Zipline is seeking a Manager of Field Logistics to own the execution and performance of logistics outside the factory, including depot logistics, inventory deployment, field replenishment, third-party logistics providers, and regional operations.

You will build a scalable logistics organization capable of supporting rapid network growth while maintaining exceptional service levels and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in logistics, operations, supply chain, or distribution leadership roles.
• Experience leading multi-site logistics or field operations organizations.
• Proven ability to build teams and operating systems in high-growth environments.
• Strong analytical and cross-functional leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead Zipline's field logistics organization across domestic markets.
• Own logistics operations and strategy supporting maintenance depots, distribution points, and field inventory locations.
• Develop scalable operating models for inventory deployment, replenishment, and asset positioning.
• Establish and manage strategic relationships with 3PLs, warehouse providers, and logistics service partners.
• Build performance management systems, operating reviews, and KPIs across the field logistics network.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on service, cost, inventory availability, and operational efficiency.
• Partner closely with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Planning, Finance, and Customer teams.
• Build and develop a high-performing team of logistics managers and regional leaders.
• Create the long-term organizational strategy for supporting Zipline's growing global logistics footprint.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

People management

Tools

WMS

ERP systems

3PL management tools

Job description

About Zipline

Zipline is the world’s largest and most experienced drone delivery service. We are on a mission to serve all humans equally by ensuring access to food, medicine and essential goods anytime, anywhere. We design, build, and operate the world’s largest autonomous logistics system, delivering critical supplies quickly and reliably. Today, Zipline operates on four continents, makes a delivery somewhere in the world every 30 seconds, and has completed millions of deliveries to date, including blood, vaccines, medical supplies, food, and retail products.

Our customers include the world’s largest and most prominent healthcare systems, governments, retailers, restaurants and global businesses who rely on us to save lives, reduce emissions, increase economic opportunity, and provide delivery from point A to point B as fast as possible. The drone is only 15% of what we’ve built to enable seamless, reliable, global operations.

Our system strengthens supply chains, reduces congestion, and gives people time back. With more than 140 million commercial autonomous miles safely flown, Zipline is redefining access to healthcare, consumer products, and food across the globe.

We operate at a global scale and are looking for practical problem solvers who thrive on real-world challenges and rapid growth. Our team is motivated by building systems that have a direct, meaningful impact on people’s lives and by scaling the future of logistics. We are seeking people who sculpt from first principles, enjoy facing adversity, and can do the impossible at record breaking speeds.

About You and The Role

The Manager, Field Logistics will own the execution and performance of logistics operations outside of the factory, including depot logistics, inventory deployment, field replenishment, third-party logistics providers, and regional logistics operations.

You will be responsible for building a scalable logistics organization capable of supporting rapid network growth while maintaining exceptional service levels and operational efficiency. This role requires a builder who thrives in ambiguous environments, develops strong operators, and creates repeatable systems that scale globally.

What You’ll Do

• Lead Zipline's field logistics organization across domestic markets.
• Own logistics operations and strategy supporting maintenance depots, distribution points, and field inventory locations.
• Develop scalable operating models for inventory deployment, replenishment, and asset positioning.
• Establish and manage strategic relationships with 3PLs, warehouse providers, and logistics service partners.
• Build performance management systems, operating reviews, and KPIs across the field logistics network.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on service, cost, inventory availability, and operational efficiency.
• Partner closely with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Planning, Finance, and Customer teams.
• Build and develop a high-performing team of logistics managers and regional leaders.
• Create the long-term organizational strategy for supporting Zipline's growing global logistics footprint.

What You’ll Bring

• 10+ years of experience in logistics, operations, supply chain, or distribution leadership roles.
• Experience leading multi-site logistics or field operations organizations.
• Proven ability to build teams and operating systems in high-growth environments.
• Strong analytical and operational problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience managing third-party logistics providers and external partners.
• Demonstrated success driving cost, service, and operational performance improvements.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Passion for building systems that scale globally.

What Else You Need To Know

Zipline is an equal opportunity employer 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 or our own sensibilities.

We value diversity at Zipline and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position but are not sure if you are the perfect fit, please apply!