Varda Space Industries · 7 hours ago
Inventory Manager
El Segundo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $105K/yr
5+ years expVarda Space Industries is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, creating products and infrastructure needed for the orbital economy. The Inventory Manager will oversee inventory management processes, ensuring accuracy and meeting build milestones while leading day-to-day operations and strategic projects.
AerospaceManufacturingProduct Design
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Own receiving inspection, inventory, and material handling operations
Build and lead a team of inventory specialists and material handlers
Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) and service level agreements (SLAs) to support operations
Setup and track inventory metrics and KPIs
Conduct regular audits and cycle counts to verify inventory accuracy and address discrepancies
Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in inventory management
Train and mentor team members on inventory management practices and procedures
Support the team with day-to-day receiving inspection and kitting operations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or 6+ years of experience in materials management or supply chain
5+ years of experience in inventory management and receiving inspection, preferably in the aerospace, manufacturing, or technology sectors
Management experience required
Proficiency in inventory management software (e.g., ERP systems) and Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred
The Association for Operations Management (APICS) certification or equivalent
Excellent communication and team building skills
Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment
Skilled in SQL and/or PowerBI
Lifting up to 50 lbs. unassisted
Able to operate forklift equipment
Benefits
Exciting team of professionals at the top of their field working by your side
Equity in a fully funded space startup with potential for significant growth (interns excluded)
401(k) matching (interns excluded)
Unlimited PTO (interns excluded)
Health insurance, including Vision and Dental
Lunch and snacks provided on site every day. Dinners provided twice a week.
Maternity / Paternity leave (interns excluded)
Company
Varda Space Industries
Varda is building the infrastructure for a thriving orbital economy, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$328.02MKey Investors
Alumni VenturesCaffeinated CapitalKhosla Ventures
2025-07-10Series C· $187M
2024-12-19Series C
2024-04-05Series B· $90M
Leadership Team
Will Bruey
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
Business Insider
2025-12-25
2025-12-17
Company data provided by crunchbase