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Senior Materials Manager, Warehouse (Technical Hardware)

Anduril· Hardware Operations : Supply Chain : Warehousing & Transportation
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Costa Mesa, CA$166k - $220k + equityFull-timePosted 10mo ago

About the role

Senior-level role focused on strategic planning and optimization of warehouse materials management, including SOP development, ERP/WMS implementation, KPI design, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure material availability, regulatory compliance, and efficient operations within an aerospace/defense manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement material management strategies, policies, and procedures to comply with regulations.
  • Hiring & training talent who can manage material flow per Anduril guidelines.
  • Develop processes that increase the efficiency (speed & elimination of waste) and effectiveness of Anduril materials management.
  • Implement necessary systems that match Anduril Federal policies on management of government property & inventory management.
  • Implement End-to-End material management measures, including FIFO adherence, material variances, cycle time optimization, scrap/obsolescence management, cycle/physical counting, and audits, etc., to ensure inventory accuracy and to mitigate stockouts or overstocking. This includes the development & improvement of critical metrics.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, production, manufacturing engineering, logistics, and quality, to aid in accurate demand forecasting, procurement planning, and timely delivery of materials.
  • Serve as the primary strategic partner across all business divisions, collaborating closely with divisional Heads of Product/Program to understand operational bottlenecks and align central service delivery with localized roadmaps.
  • Continuously adapt and scale how our central service operates, ensuring rapid response times, agility, and seamless integration with front-line divisional teams.
  • Define, track, and operationalize high-signal KPI's that move beyond vanity metrics and directly drive measurable business outcomes and mission success.
  • Collaborate with production planning and manufacturing teams to align material availability with production schedules, minimize disruptions, and meet customer demand on time.
  • Analyze material usage trends, identify opportunities for process improvements, and implement lean practices to optimize material handling, storage, and distribution.
  • Utilize ERP & WMS software systems and tools to track inventory, generate reports, and provide data-driven insights to support decision-making and optimize material-related processes.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and quality control protocols in all material management activities.
  • Lead and develop a high-performing warehouse team, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback to foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or equivalent work experience
  • 8+ years of experience in material management, inventory control, or supply chain management roles in an aerospace and/or defense manufacturing environment
  • 2+ years of experience managing a lead of supervisors, associates or technicians
  • Ability to be onsite, local to Santa Ana, CA or Costa Mesa, CA

Skills

Required:Material management strategyERP/WMS implementationInventory control and FIFOCross-functional collaboration

Benefits

  • Benefits package (comprehensive, competitive)
  • Top-tier benefits for full-time employees
  • Equity grants included in majority of full-time offers
Last updated Sep 2, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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