Material Manager, Warehouse (Technical Hardware)
Anduril· Hardware Operations : Supply Chain : Warehousing & Transportation
Costa Mesa, CA, Santa Ana, CA$129k - $179kFull-timePosted 2w ago
About the role
Anduril Industries is seeking a Materials Manager to optimize warehouse operations, develop metrics, and lead a high-performing team in Santa Ana/Costa Mesa, CA. The role emphasizes process improvement, ERP/WMS implementation, inventory control, and alignment with government property and inventory management policies.
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 efficiency and reduce waste in materials management.
- Implement systems that match Anduril Federal policies on management of government property & inventory management.
- Implement end-to-end material management measures (FIFO, material variances, cycle time optimization, scrap/obsolescence management, cycle/physical counting, audits) and develop/ improve critical metrics.
- Collaborate with procurement, production, manufacturing engineering, logistics, and quality to aid demand forecasting, procurement planning, and timely delivery of materials.
- Collaborate with production planning and manufacturing to align material availability with production schedules and meet customer demand on time.
- Analyze material usage trends and implement lean practices to optimize handling, storage, and distribution.
- Utilize ERP & WMS to track inventory, generate reports, and provide data-driven insights.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and quality control in material management.
- Lead and develop a high-performing warehouse team with guidance, training, and performance feedback.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or equivalent work experience
- 5+ years in material management, inventory control, or supply chain roles in aerospace/defense manufacturing
- 2+ years 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 proficiencyTeam leadershipRegulatory compliance
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package (health, recovery, and related support) available to employees
- Top-tier benefits information provided via Explore Our Benefits link
Last updated Oct 7, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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