Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules.

From life-saving pharmaceuticals to more powerful fiber optics, there is a world of products used on Earth today that can only be manufactured in space. Varda is accelerating innovation in the orbital economy by creating both the products and infrastructure needed so space can directly benefit life on Earth. Our mission is to expand the economic bounds of humankind.

Our team is uniquely suited to accomplishing this goal, with leadership and staff comprised of veterans from SpaceX, Blue Origin, major pharmaceutical companies and Silicon Valley. Varda was founded in January 2021 by Will Bruey and Delian Asparouhov with significant backing from world class investors including Khosla Ventures, Lux Capital, Founders Fund, Caffeinated Capital, General Catalyst, and Also Capital.

Varda is headquartered in El Segundo, California, where we have offices and a production facility where our vehicles, equipment, and materials are built, integrated, and tested. Varda also has an office in Washington, D.C.

Join Varda, and work to finally create a bustling in-space ecosystem.

About This Role

As a Supply Chain Planning Manager, you will work closely with supply chain, operations, and engineering to ensure on-time supply for spacecraft builds. Responsibilities include setting up and monitoring the MRP system, tracking critical path, and improving supply chain processes as we expand our production capabilities. This is a highly visible, cross-functional role with the opportunity to influence Varda's supply chain and production systems.

This is a full-time, exempt position located in our El Segundo headquarters.

Responsibilities

Own demand and fulfilment planning for Varda
Set up and drive demand using the MRP system
Identify and clearly communicate schedule blockers
Monitor inventory levels and the health of open orders, proactively addressing any issues or delays.
Establish and monitor key metrics to track supply chain performance
Conduct clear-to-build meetings with production and engineering teams
Ensure demand is up to date with the latest engineering and lead times changes
Define, manage, and continuously improve workflows within the ERP system
Occasionally support placing purchase orders, fulfilling kits, and moving inventory as needed

Basic Qualifications

5 years of experience in supply chain management
Bachelor’s degree in the field of Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or Finance
Experience translating engineering designs into demand and supply plans
Extensive experience using MES/ERP software
Strong relationship building skills, and the ability to interact and work effectively with many levels of personnel and suppliers
Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time
U.S. Citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S. to conform with U.S. Government space technology export regulations under ITAR.

Pay Range

Salary range: $90,000-125,000/per year.
This role is on-site in El Segundo, CA
Leveling and base salary is determined by job-related skills, education level, experience level, and job performance

ITAR Requirements

Varda, like all employers, must ensure that its employees working in the United States are lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Additionally, our employees are exposed to and have access to certain export-controlled items. At present, some of our technology to which employees have access requires a license to be exported to individuals other than “U.S. Persons” as defined in U.S. export regulations. Because our employees are provided access to export-controlled items, our current policy is to only hire “U.S. persons” who are permitted to have access to our technology without an export license.

“US person” means: U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., individual admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum in the U.S.)
Learn more about the ITAR here.

Benefits

Exciting team of professionals at the top of their field to working by your side
Working in El Segundo, CA - an awesome Southern California beach city with quick access to entertainment and outdoor activities
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)

Varda Space Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, martial status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

E-Verify Statement

Varda Space Industries, Inc. participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

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