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Description

Project Kuiper seeks Logistics Operations Manager to support Payload Processing Facility transportation and warehousing.

The Logistics Ops Manager works at Kuiper’s Payload Processing Facility and oversees logistics functions in support Launch Operations. This role manages daily yard flow, delivery coordination, and SAP-based inventory. This individual ensures on-time receiving, accurate material traceability, and effective trailer utilization across Kuiper facilities. The position requires anticipating Launch Operation’s needs, establishes material kitting cadences based on launch schedules, and collaborates across multiple organizations to sustain launch-critical readiness. This role operates with limited guidance, delivers tactical execution with emerging strategic scope, and mentors peers and leads in process discipline and operational excellence.

Key job responsibilities

• Coordinates daily yard operations including satellite trailer receiving, dock scheduling, and movement of flight and non-flight hardware between quality, integration, and off-site facilities.

• Manage inbound delivery scheduling, badging coordination, and shipment receipt to ensure secure and compliant site entry.

• Oversee physical receiving, inspection, and SAP/MES entry of all hardware and materials to maintain full system and physical alignment.

• Understand and manage physical storage of flight hardware to minimize impact on adjacent teams.

• Maintain material visibility and SAP accuracy across multiple facilities through disciplined goods movement, cycle counts, and reconciliation.

• Identify, prioritize, and resolve operational risks or bottlenecks affecting material availability or hardware flow to include issues upon receipt and issuance.

• Partner cross-functionally with Launch Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Security, and Facilities to drive material readiness and compliance.

• Develop and execute short-term solutions to mitigate schedule pressures, optimize dock and yard utilization, and support launch milestones.

• Champion process improvement initiatives to standardize receiving, kitting, and yard workflows across Kuiper’s network.

• Maintain traceability and batch/serial integrity of all controlled hardware

• Mentor yard and inventory associates in SAP usage, material traceability, and safe operational practices.

• Hire and Develop the Best receiving associates and leads.

• Perform root cause analysis/reporting on supply chain and operational issues, develop action plans and manage improvements

• Develop analysis of key business metrics, with emphasis on developing and executing recommendations for improvement

• Lead collaborative planning, forecasting and replenishment processes with Launch Operations Teams, Planning, Global Trade & Compliance, and suppliers.

• Solve daily operational issues in contact with other stakeholders and Operations teams that block integration.

• Other additional duties as assigned.

• Shift schedule will vary, depending on production/launch schedules

• Role requires up to 25% domestic and international travel to support launch activities

Basic Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations, engineering, analytics or related field

- 5+ years of logistics, 2+ years of inventory, or production operations experience within aerospace, manufacturing, or high-tech industries.

- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional coordination between logistics, production, and program stakeholders.

- Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.

- Clear and concise communication skills in both verbal and written formats.

Preferred Qualifications

- Knowledge of SAP systems (like SAP Business Suite, S/4HANA, SAP Business Warehouse, SAP HANA, SAP Business Objects, etc.) and their architecture and infrastructure needs

- Experience supporting launch, integration, or aerospace production operations.

- Familiarity with MES, warehouse management, and yard-management software.

- Proven record of improving material accuracy, traceability, and logistics performance in complex environments.

- Ability to coordinate material kitting cadences and align them with operational schedules and hardware needs.

- Demonstrated ability to influence and communicate with leadership up to senior management level.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $101,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.