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🏢 Summary: Seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead procurement operations in a manufacturing environment, supporting production schedules, supplier performance, inventory control, and cost optimization. The role involves managing purchasing teams, negotiating supplier agreements, overseeing ERP/MRP-driven material planning, and resolving supply chain issues in a fast-paced contract manufacturing setting. 🗂️ Requirements: 7+ years of purchasing, supply chain, or procurement experience in manufacturing, Experience with ERP/MRP systems, Experience managing supplier performance and production shortages, Experience with cost reduction initiatives and purchasing escalations, Strong understanding of purchasing, procurement, material planning, and inventory control, Ability to analyze MRP demand, supplier quotes, production schedules, and inventory data, Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills, Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel, Ability to communicate effectively in English 📃 Skills: ERP, MRP, Excel, Procurement, Purchasing, Supplychain, Inventory, Sourcing, Negotiation, PCBA, Electronics, Manufacturing 🏢 Description: Position Summary The Purchasing Manager is responsible for leading purchasing activities in support of production schedules, customer requirements, inventory goals, supplier performance, and overall business objectives. This role manages the purchasing function to ensure materials, components, equipment, and services are sourced at the best overall value while meeting quality, delivery, and cost expectations. The Purchasing Manager works closely with Program Management, Planning, Production, Engineering, Quality, Sales, Finance, and suppliers to resolve material shortages, supplier issues, pricing concerns, account discrepancies, and delivery risks. This position requires strong leadership, sound business judgment, supplier management experience, and the ability to make effective decisions in a fast-paced contract manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities - Lead and manage purchasing activities to support production schedules, customer commitments, and inventory requirements. - Oversee buyer performance, workload priorities, supplier follow-up, purchase order execution, and material shortage resolution. - Review and analyze material buy lists, MRP requirements, production schedules, supplier lead times, and inventory levels to ensure purchasing actions align with business needs. - Ensure purchase orders, purchase requisitions, change orders, and requests for quote are processed accurately and in a timely manner. - Manage supplier relationships and serve as an escalation point for delivery issues, pricing concerns, quality issues, nonconforming material, and account discrepancies. - Negotiate pricing, lead times, delivery terms, supplier agreements, and other purchasing conditions to achieve the best overall value. - Coordinate purchasing activities with Program Management, Planning, Production, Engineering, Quality, Sales, and Finance. - Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, delivery, responsiveness, and overall reliability. - Develop and maintain supplier relationships, evaluate supplier competitiveness, and identify new or alternate supply sources when needed. - Support material availability through effective purchasing practices, including just-in-time purchasing, economic order quantity planning, inventory control, and shortage management. - Expedite, reschedule, or escalate materials as needed to meet production and customer requirements. - Ensure material standards are met and that substitutions, variances, or nonconformances are properly reviewed and approved. - Lead cost analysis, volume planning, sourcing reviews, and cost reduction initiatives for assigned commodities, components, equipment, and services. - Identify and recommend cost-saving opportunities, alternate sourcing options, and make-versus-buy recommendations. - Maintain and improve purchasing data accuracy, including supplier records, quote tables, part parameters, supplier codes, and purchasing reports. - Review purchasing error reports, supplier performance data, shortage reports, and other key metrics to drive improvement. - Monitor assigned subcontractors and suppliers to ensure performance meets cost, schedule, quality, and scope requirements. - Support Sales, Program Management, and leadership with pricing, sourcing strategy, customer quoting, and contract negotiations as needed. - Develop purchasing procedures, best practices, and process improvements to improve department efficiency and supplier performance. - Provide accurate, prompt, professional, and courteous support to internal and external customers. - Perform other duties as assigned by management. Education and Experience - Minimum of 7 years of purchasing, supply chain, or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment. - Minimum of 2 years of purchasing leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience preferred. - Experience in contract manufacturing, electronics manufacturing, PCBA, or a similar production environment strongly preferred. - Experience purchasing electronic components, mechanical parts, assemblies, equipment, services, or production-related materials preferred. - Previous experience working with ERP/MRP systems required. - Experience managing supplier performance, production shortages, cost reduction efforts, and purchasing escalations required. Required Skills and Qualifications - Strong understanding of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, material planning, and inventory control processes. - Working knowledge of contract manufacturing and electronics/PCBA manufacturing preferred. - Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide, support, and hold purchasing team members accountable. - Ability to read and interpret MRP demand, material reports, purchase history, supplier quotes, production schedules, and inventory data. - Strong negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. - Ability to manage supplier relationships and resolve complex purchasing or delivery issues. - Ability to work independently and make sound decisions with limited direction. - Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. - Excellent communication skills with suppliers, internal departments, customers, and management. - Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and sense of urgency. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills required. - Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. Preferred Qualifications - Experience sourcing electronic components in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment. - Experience supporting aerospace, medical, defense, or other high-reliability manufacturing industries. - Familiarity with supplier scorecards, supplier corrective actions, cost reduction tracking, and commodity management. - Experience with component shortages, lifecycle management, obsolete parts, alternate sourcing, and long-lead-time material planning. - Experience developing purchasing metrics, reports, processes, and department improvement plans. Work Environment This role operates in both an office and manufacturing environment and requires regular interaction with suppliers, internal departments, production teams, and management. The Purchasing Manager must be comfortable managing changing priorities, urgent material needs, supplier escalations, production deadlines, and customer-driven requirements. Pay Range $120,000—$135,000 USD

🏢 Summary: Manager, Sales Planning – West role focused on driving sales forecasting, demand planning, trade investment optimization, and inventory alignment for the Western Grocery region. The position partners cross-functionally with Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, Brand, and IT to improve commercial planning effectiveness and operational efficiency in a high-growth CPG environment. Hybrid onsite role in Walnut Creek, CA with leadership responsibilities in analytics, forecasting, and process improvement. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's Degree, 5+ years experience in Sales Planning, Demand Planning, or Commercial Analytics, Experience in CPG or Food & Beverage industry, Experience managing annual planning and forecasting cycles, Collaboration experience across Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, and IT, Proficiency with trade promotion management systems, Intermediate Excel or BI tools skills, Ability to work onsite in Walnut Creek, CA with hybrid schedule 📃 Skills: Excel, SAP, Exceedra, Confido, ERP, TPM, BI, Forecasting, Analytics, Planning, KPI, Dashboarding 🏢 Description: BUILT ON FLAVOR. FUELED BY PEOPLE. What's it like to work here? There's a lot of snacking and geeking out over what everyone cooked over the weekend, along with plenty of hard work. With over 100 products sold nationwide, the company is a top-five brand in multiple flavor categories at Costco, Walmart, Whole Foods, and more. About the Role: The Manager, Sales Planning – West serves as a key commercial leader responsible for driving the integration of sales, demand, and inventory planning across the organization, focusing on the Western Region of Grocery. This role partners cross-functionally with Sales, Brand, Finance, and Operations to deliver accurate forecasts, optimize trade investment, and improve customer inventory health. The Manager ensures that commercial plans are data-driven, strategically aligned, and executed to support sustainable growth and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities Include: Strategic Sales Planning Leadership - Lead the development of sales and demand plans, aligning volume, revenue, and trade investment targets with company strategy. - Drive the end-to-end planning calendar, ensuring alignment and timely input from cross-functional partners including brand, sales, planning, and finance. - Challenge assumptions and elevate the analytical rigor of commercial plans through data-driven insights and scenario modeling. Team Development - Build team capabilities in forecasting, analytics, and cross-functional communication. - Create a collaborative and performance-driven environment that emphasizes continuous improvement and proactive problem-solving. Forecasting & Demand Planning - Own divisional monthly sales forecast accuracy and integration into the Demand Planning process. - Manage cross-functional forecasting reviews, ensuring timely updates reflecting current market dynamics, customer performance, and promotional shifts. - Partner with Finance to ensure forecast alignment with financial targets and strategic objectives for revenues, trade spend, and total promotional spend. Trade & Promotional Effectiveness - Oversee post-event analysis and ROI evaluation for trade and promotional spend. - Identify opportunities to improve trade and total investment spend efficiency and recommend reallocation strategies. - Support Trade Finance teams with integration of sales plans, trade planners, and trade promotional tools during annual promotional planning. Customer Inventory & Supply Optimization - Monitor customer-level inventory performance, driving proactive actions to prevent out-of-stocks or overstocks. - Develop and maintain real-time dashboards and visibility tools for internal and external stakeholders. - Partner with Supply Chain to ensure sales and operations alignment, supporting service level and inventory health goals. - Anticipate inventory requirements for new items based on historical sales performance, promotion analysis, and customer loading needs. Process & Infrastructure Enhancement - Design and implement scalable processes, tools, and templates for sales planning, forecasting, and performance tracking. - Partner with IT and Data teams to enhance system capabilities such as TPM, ERP, and BI tools. - Standardize reporting and establish KPIs to improve commercial planning effectiveness. Executive Communication & Strategic Partnership - Serve as a liaison between Sales and cross-functional leadership, ensuring commercial plans are cohesive and actionable. - Provide leadership with data-driven insights into sales execution, trade effectiveness, and forecast risk. - Partner in executive-level presentations and represent the Sales Planning function in strategic business reviews. What You Bring To The Table: Education & Experience - Bachelor's Degree required; MBA or related advanced degree preferred. - 5+ years of progressive experience in Sales Planning, Demand Planning, or Commercial Analytics, preferably within CPG or Food & Beverage. - Experience with major grocery retailers is a plus. - Proven experience managing complex annual planning and forecasting cycles. - Strong business acumen with experience collaborating across Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, and IT. - Proficiency with trade promotion management systems (Exceedra, Confido, or similar) and intermediate Excel or BI tools; SAP Business One knowledge is a plus. Leadership Characteristics - Strategic Operator with strong commercial and operational awareness. - Analytical Innovator who uses data and insights to improve business performance. - Collaborative Partner skilled in cross-functional communication. - Change Agent focused on improving systems, processes, and outcomes. Location and Travel: The position is based onsite in Walnut Creek, CA with a hybrid work structure of 4 days in the office weekly and flexible Fridays. Pay Transparency: The expected starting salary range for this role is $135,000-$155,000 per year. Benefits: - Paid time off - 401k - Bonus and incentive eligibility - Equity grants - Competitive health benefits - Family-friendly benefits including parental leave Work Environment: - Fast-paced and collaborative culture - Emphasis on smart risk-taking and continuous improvement - Flexible work arrangements supporting work-life balance Equal Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.

🏢 Summary: Leadership role responsible for managing purchasing activities in a manufacturing environment, ensuring material availability, supplier performance, and cost optimization to support production and customer requirements. The position oversees buyers, negotiates supplier agreements, analyzes MRP data, and drives cost reduction and process improvements. Requires strong ERP/MRP expertise and experience in electronics or contract manufacturing. 🗂️ Requirements: Minimum 7 years purchasing, supply chain, or procurement experience in manufacturing, Minimum 2 years leadership or supervisory experience in purchasing, Experience working with ERP/MRP systems, Experience managing supplier performance, production shortages, and cost reduction initiatives, Ability to analyze MRP demand, material reports, and production schedules, Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Fluent English communication skills 📃 Skills: ERP, MRP, Excel, PCBA, Electronics, Procurement, Sourcing, Inventory, Negotiation, Analytics 🏢 Description: Position Summary The Purchasing Manager is responsible for leading purchasing activities in support of production schedules, customer requirements, inventory goals, supplier performance, and overall business objectives. This role manages the purchasing function to ensure materials, components, equipment, and services are sourced at the best overall value while meeting quality, delivery, and cost expectations. The Purchasing Manager works closely with Program Management, Planning, Production, Engineering, Quality, Sales, Finance, and suppliers to resolve material shortages, supplier issues, pricing concerns, account discrepancies, and delivery risks. This position requires strong leadership, sound business judgment, supplier management experience, and the ability to make effective decisions in a fast-paced contract manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage purchasing activities to support production schedules, customer commitments, and inventory requirements. Oversee buyer performance, workload priorities, supplier follow-up, purchase order execution, and material shortage resolution. Review and analyze material buy lists, MRP requirements, production schedules, supplier lead times, and inventory levels to ensure purchasing actions align with business needs. Ensure purchase orders, purchase requisitions, change orders, and requests for quote are processed accurately and in a timely manner. Manage supplier relationships and serve as an escalation point for delivery issues, pricing concerns, quality issues, nonconforming material, and account discrepancies. Negotiate pricing, lead times, delivery terms, supplier agreements, and other purchasing conditions to achieve the best overall value. Coordinate purchasing activities with Program Management, Planning, Production, Engineering, Quality, Sales, and Finance. Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, delivery, responsiveness, and overall reliability. Develop and maintain supplier relationships, evaluate supplier competitiveness, and identify new or alternate supply sources when needed. Support material availability through effective purchasing practices, including just-in-time purchasing, economic order quantity planning, inventory control, and shortage management. Expedite, reschedule, or escalate materials as needed to meet production and customer requirements. Ensure material standards are met and that substitutions, variances, or nonconformances are properly reviewed and approved. Lead cost analysis, volume planning, sourcing reviews, and cost reduction initiatives for assigned commodities, components, equipment, and services. Identify and recommend cost-saving opportunities, alternate sourcing options, and make-versus-buy recommendations. Maintain and improve purchasing data accuracy, including supplier records, quote tables, part parameters, supplier codes, and purchasing reports. Review purchasing error reports, supplier performance data, shortage reports, and other key metrics to drive improvement. Monitor assigned subcontractors and suppliers to ensure performance meets cost, schedule, quality, and scope requirements. Support Sales, Program Management, and leadership with pricing, sourcing strategy, customer quoting, and contract negotiations as needed. Develop purchasing procedures, best practices, and process improvements to improve department efficiency and supplier performance. Provide accurate, prompt, professional, and courteous support to internal and external customers. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Education and Experience Minimum of 7 years of purchasing, supply chain, or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment. Minimum of 2 years of purchasing leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience preferred. Experience in contract manufacturing, electronics manufacturing, PCBA, or a similar production environment strongly preferred. Experience purchasing electronic components, mechanical parts, assemblies, equipment, services, or production-related materials preferred. Previous experience working with ERP/MRP systems required. Experience managing supplier performance, production shortages, cost reduction efforts, and purchasing escalations required. Required Skills and Qualifications Strong understanding of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, material planning, and inventory control processes. Working knowledge of contract manufacturing and electronics/PCBA manufacturing preferred. Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide, support, and hold purchasing team members accountable. Ability to read and interpret MRP demand, material reports, purchase history, supplier quotes, production schedules, and inventory data. Strong negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Ability to manage supplier relationships and resolve complex purchasing or delivery issues. Ability to work independently and make sound decisions with limited direction. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Excellent communication skills with suppliers, internal departments, customers, and management. Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and sense of urgency. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills required. Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. Preferred Qualifications Experience sourcing electronic components in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment. Experience supporting aerospace, medical, defense, or other high-reliability manufacturing industries. Familiarity with supplier scorecards, supplier corrective actions, cost reduction tracking, and commodity management. Experience with component shortages, lifecycle management, obsolete parts, alternate sourcing, and long-lead-time material planning. Experience developing purchasing metrics, reports, processes, and department improvement plans. Work Environment This role operates in both an office and manufacturing environment and requires regular interaction with suppliers, internal departments, production teams, and management. The Purchasing Manager must be comfortable managing changing priorities, urgent material needs, supplier escalations, production deadlines, and customer-driven requirements. Pay Range $120,000—$135,000 USD Rocket EMS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. Candidates are not required to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check unless and until a conditional offer of employment has been made. Any final offer of employment may be conditioned on completion of a background check, consistent with applicable law.

🏢 Summary: Leadership role overseeing direct procurement execution for hardware manufacturing and NPI programs, managing a team of Buyers to ensure material readiness, supplier performance, and ERP/MRP process excellence. The position focuses on operational execution, supplier delivery management, and cross-functional coordination to support engineering builds and production. Success is measured by procurement performance, data integrity, and continuous process improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or equivalent experience, 8+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain in hardware or advanced manufacturing, 3+ years of experience leading or mentoring procurement or purchasing teams, Experience with direct material procurement (mechanical, electrical, electromechanical), Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) and production ramp, Strong knowledge of procurement execution and supplier delivery management, Experience with ERP and MRP systems, Authorization to work in the United States 📃 Skills: ERP, MRP, Windchill, MISys, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Procurement, Purchasing, Inventory, KPIs 🏢 Description: About the Role As the Manager, Direct Procurement, you will lead the execution of procurement activities supporting production and new product introduction (NPI) programs. You will be responsible for building and leading a high-performing team of Buyers while ensuring operational excellence across purchasing, supplier delivery, material readiness, and procurement processes. In this role, you will partner closely with Global Supply Managers (GSMs), Planning, Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, and Supply Chain leadership to ensure procurement strategies are executed effectively and materials are available to support engineering builds and production schedules. You will oversee the day-to-day procurement organization, driving accountability, process discipline, supplier execution, and continuous improvement while enabling the sourcing organization to focus on strategic supplier management. This role requires a strong operational leader who thrives in fast-paced hardware manufacturing environments and can balance tactical execution with process optimization. Success in this role is measured by procurement execution excellence, supplier delivery performance, material availability, ERP data integrity, and the effectiveness of the Buyer organization. About the Work Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Buyers responsible for procurement execution across direct material commodities. Drive operational excellence across purchase order execution, supplier communications, material availability, and procurement processes. Establish clear priorities, workload balancing, and accountability across the Buyer organization. Ensure timely and accurate purchase order creation, revisions, confirmations, and supplier follow-up activities. Monitor supplier delivery performance and proactively drive recovery plans for shortages, late deliveries, and supply disruptions. Partner closely with Global Supply Managers (GSMs) to ensure sourcing strategies are successfully executed through procurement. Work cross-functionally with Planning, Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, and Supply Chain Program Management to ensure material readiness for engineering builds and production. Lead daily and weekly procurement execution reviews, ensuring timely resolution of supplier issues and procurement bottlenecks. Drive procurement process standardization and continuous improvement across purchasing workflows. Partner with Procurement Operations to improve enterprise resource planning (ERP) and material requirements planning (MRP) data integrity, procurement reporting, and operational efficiency. Ensure procurement master data including pricing, lead times, supplier records, and purchasing parameters remain accurate and well governed. Support new product introduction (NPI) by ensuring procurement readiness for prototype, validation, and production builds. Develop and monitor procurement key performance indicators (KPIs) including supplier delivery performance, purchase order cycle time, shortage resolution, procurement responsiveness, and buyer productivity. Serve as the primary escalation point for procurement execution issues and supplier delivery challenges. Collaborate with Finance to support invoice resolution, procurement reporting, and operational planning. Foster a culture of ownership, urgency, accountability, and continuous improvement across the procurement team. About You Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or practical equivalent experience. 8+ years of progressive experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain within hardware, robotics, automotive, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing environments. 3+ years of experience leading or mentoring procurement or purchasing teams. Strong understanding of direct material procurement including mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical commodities. Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI), prototype builds, engineering validation, and production ramp activities. Strong understanding of procurement execution, supplier delivery management, material planning, inventory control principles, and ERP/MRP workflows. Experience working with enterprise resource planning (ERP) and material requirements planning (MRP) systems (Windchill, MISys, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, etc.). Demonstrated ability to improve procurement processes, establish operational metrics, and drive execution excellence. Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. Experience developing high-performing procurement teams through coaching, mentorship, and performance management. Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships while driving accountability, operational discipline, and continuous improvement. Anticipated Base Salary Range $110,000—$143,000 USD In addition to base pay, the competitive total rewards package for full-time employees includes: 401(k) Plan with 6% company match. Equity through company stock options. 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees. Eligibility for benefits on the first day of employment. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Time Off: Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown. Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually. On-site perks include catered lunches four times a week and healthy snacks and refreshments. Generous paid parental leave programs. Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs. Relocation assistance for eligible roles. Annual discretionary bonus for eligible roles. All roles are U.S.-based. Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States. Equal employment opportunity is provided without discrimination or harassment on any legally protected basis.

🏢 Summary: Material Planning Manager role focused on end-to-end material availability, master data governance, and supply planning for Zipline’s autonomous logistics systems. The position supports production scaling, engineering changes, supplier coordination, and inventory optimization for complex electromechanical products. This is an on-site role in South San Francisco with limited travel to supplier and manufacturing sites. 🗂️ Requirements: 5+ years of experience in material planning, master-data governance, or supply planning, Experience with complex electromechanical or avionics products, Direct experience with MRP/ERP and planning systems, Ability to manage BOM and planning parameter accuracy, Experience reducing shortages and improving forecast accuracy, Strong analytical and inventory modeling skills, Experience coordinating with Engineering, Manufacturing, Sourcing, and Suppliers, Ability to manage escalations and rapid containment actions, Ability to read and act on BOMs and engineering change notices, Understanding of lead-time risk, safety stock calculation, and expedited logistics, Willingness to work on-site in South San Francisco, Willingness to travel to suppliers and manufacturing partners 📃 Skills: SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, MRP, ERP, BOM, Inventory, Forecasting, Logistics, SupplyChain, Analytics, Avionics, Manufacturing, Sourcing 🏢 Description: About Zipline Zipline is the world's largest and most experienced drone delivery service. We are on a mission to serve all humans equally by ensuring access to food, medicine and essential goods anytime, anywhere. We design, build, and operate the world's largest autonomous logistics system, delivering critical supplies quickly and reliably. Today, Zipline operates on four continents, makes a delivery somewhere in the world every 30 seconds, and has completed millions of deliveries to date, including blood, vaccines, medical supplies, food, and retail products. Our customers include the world's largest and most prominent healthcare systems, governments, retailers, restaurants and global businesses who rely on us to save lives, reduce emissions, increase economic opportunity, and provide delivery from point A to point B as fast as possible. The drone is only 15% of what we've built to enable seamless, reliable, global operations. Our system strengthens supply chains, reduces congestion, and gives people time back. With more than 140 million commercial autonomous miles safely flown, Zipline is redefining access to healthcare, consumer products, and food across the globe. We operate at a global scale and are looking for practical problem solvers who thrive on real-world challenges and rapid growth. Our team is motivated by building systems that have a direct, meaningful impact on people's lives and by scaling the future of logistics. We are seeking people who sculpt from first principles, enjoy facing adversity, and can do the impossible at record breaking speeds. About You and The Role You will own material planning and data integrity for a major system that supports Zipline's drone delivery network. This role sits at the intersection of Engineering, Supplier Industrialization, Manufacturing, and Integrated Planning and is accountable for keeping production flowing during rapid scale-up, design changes, and supplier constraints. Your work directly impacts supplier capability, safety-critical part continuity, production ramp success, and on-time customer deployments. This is an in-person role based in South San Francisco with occasional field and supplier engagement; expect ~5% travel to US-based sites and key partner regions (North America, APAC) to manage suppliers, validate readiness, and resolve escalations. What You'll Do - Own end-to-end material availability for an assigned platform or major subsystem: translate production schedules and forecasts into supplier commitments, inventory positions, and replenishment plans that support target production rates and service levels. - Maintain governance of master data (BOMs, item attributes, lead times, planning parameters, engineering change impacts) as the authoritative source for MRP and planning systems. - Lead engineering-change integration for materials: assess supply impacts, update planning parameters, run impact analyses, and coordinate supplier actions to minimize production disruption and mitigate scrap/obsolescence risk. - Define, implement, and own planning KPIs and targets (e.g., shortage reduction, forecast accuracy, inventory turns, schedule adherence) and drive improvements through data analysis, inventory modeling, and rebalancing actions. - Drive exception management for off-nominal processes and escalation for material gaps: triage shortages, lead expedited buys, reallocate inventory across sites, and mobilize cross-functional resources to prevent line stoppages. - Partner with Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Industrialization to validate supplier capacity/capability, establish supply commitments, and execute supply-risk mitigation plans (dual-sourcing, safety stock, contract holds) tied to program milestones. - Support prototype-to-volume transitions and rate increases through readiness planning, parts flow validation, and supplier performance gating; own material readiness checklists and go/no-go inputs to production launches. - Build and maintain reporting and dashboards that provide weekly operational visibility to manufacturing leaders and senior program stakeholders; present root-cause analyses and recommended fixes. What You'll Bring - Title/level: Material Planning Manager (individual contributor or people manager depending on assignment); based in South San Francisco with ~5% travel as needed. - 5+ years relevant experience owning material planning, master-data governance, or supply planning for complex electromechanical or avionics products. - Direct experience with MRP/ERP and planning systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or equivalent) and proven ownership of BOM and planning parameter accuracy in a changing engineering environment. - Demonstrated track record reducing shortages and improving forecast accuracy and inventory health for products undergoing design changes and ramping production; able to point to metrics or outcomes you influenced. - Strong analytical skills: comfortable with data-driven inventory modeling, scenario analysis, and structured problem solving; able to produce actionable recommendations from large datasets. - Experience coordinating across Engineering, Manufacturing, Sourcing, and Supplier partners to execute material readiness and manage escalations under tight timelines. - Operating intensity: able to make high-visibility prioritization decisions, lead rapid containment actions, and accept on-site travel to suppliers and manufacturing partners when needed. - Must-haves: ability to read and act on BOMs and engineering change notices; practical understanding of lead-time risk, safety stock calculation, and expedited logistics; willingness to work on-site in South San Francisco. Preferred - Experience in high-reliability or regulated industries (aerospace, robotics, automotive) and familiarity with NPI gating and production readiness milestones. - Advanced degree or certifications in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or related field. - Experience scaling production across multinational supplier networks and running supplier readiness audits. What Else You Need To Know Zipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws or our own sensibilities. We value diversity at Zipline and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position but are not sure if you are the perfect fit, please apply!

🏢 Summary: Project Manager role leading cross-functional teams to deliver complex initiatives such as New Product Introductions, technology deployments, and large productivity programs. The position focuses on integrated planning, stakeholder management, resource forecasting, and execution using structured PM methodologies to ensure on-time and in-scope delivery. 🗂️ Requirements: Proven project management experience in cross-functional technical teams, Experience with New Product Introduction projects, Ability to create and manage integrated project plans and schedules, Experience forecasting and managing project resources, Ability to manage technical deployments and productivity initiatives, Experience using project management and/or Six Sigma methodologies, Ability to provide project metrics and reports to governance forums, Experience working with digital systems, Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Chemistry 📃 Skills: ProjectManagement, SixSigma, NPI, TechnologyDeployment, ResourceForecasting, StakeholderManagement, Scheduling, Metrics, Governance, DigitalSystems, Engineering, ChemicalEngineering, Chemistry 🏢 Description: We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead cross‑functional teams in delivering complex initiatives including New Product Introductions, technology deployments, and productivity programs. Working closely with a technical lead, you will drive integrated plans, manage stakeholders, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with a strong focus on continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities: The Project Manager has accountability for leading a cross-functional team in conjunction with the technical lead to support projects such as New Product Introduction, Product Technical Transfers, Large Productivity Initiatives, or deployment of new technology. Leading a cross-functional team, creating and implementing an integrated plan. Building a team, creating strong morale, fostering open dialogue. Partnering with the technical lead to ensure all goals and timelines are met. Facilitate decision making within the team under tight deadlines. Effectively communicating and managing internal and external stakeholders. Proactively managing issues, proposing and implementing plans to resolve issues. Forecasting resource needs across the integrated plan. Provide metrics/AARs to appropriate Governance Forums. Identify, propose, and support solutions for improvements within Business Processes and technical changes as appropriate. Utilize PM and/or six sigma methodologies as needed. Desired requirements: Applied knowledge/experience of project management for a cross-functional team is preferable. New product introduction experience is preferable. Excellent self-management/organizational skills; manage workload, set team priorities and adjust. Ability to interact with multiple functions and combine work streams into an integrated schedule. Demonstrated ability to influence peers and business partners. Demonstrated strong communication skills. Demonstrated ability to manage a dynamic environment. Demonstrated ability to identify and prioritize issues, develop and implement solutions. High learning agility and flexibility & ability to deal with ambiguity and uncertainty. Demonstrated ability to establish key relationships with internal and external contacts. Experience in the use of a broad spectrum of digital systems. Qualifications: A scientific/Engineering third level qualification is highly preferable (Chemical Engineering or Chemistry)

🏢 Summary: Business Operations Manager role focused on leading and improving the SIOP process, cross-functional operational planning, and data-driven decision-making in a high-growth advanced manufacturing environment. The position partners across engineering, operations, supply chain, finance, and data teams to optimize planning systems, analytics, governance, and operational performance. This onsite role in Torrance, CA emphasizes operational excellence, process improvement, and scalable business operations. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, Finance, or related field, 5–8+ years of experience in business operations, S&OP/SIOP, program management, supply chain, production planning, or engineering operations, Experience in advanced manufacturing, electronics, aerospace, medical devices, or related technology-intensive sectors, Ability to lawfully access information and technology subject to US export controls, Experience leading cross-functional projects involving data and business processes, Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and planning or analytics tools, Strong understanding of forecasting, capacity planning, inventory optimization, lead time management, and product lifecycle management, Excellent communication and cross-functional facilitation skills 📃 Skills: SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, o9, PowerBI, ERP, MRP, SIOP, S&OP, Analytics, Forecasting, Planning, Inventory, SupplyChain, KPIs, Automation 🏢 Description: Purpose The Business Operations Manager is a cross-functional leader responsible for enabling high-quality, data-driven decision-making, operational alignment, and communication across the organization. This role establishes and facilitates the business processes, operation rhythms, and governance that enable Engineering, Programs, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance and other functional teams to make informed decisions, manage risk, and execute against company priorities. This role will own and facilitate the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process, using it as the cross-functional forum to align demand, supply, capacity, inventory, and financial objectives. As the organization matures, the role will expand beyond SIOP to strengthen broader business operating mechanisms, improve cross-functional communication, enhance organizational visibility, and build scalable decision-making processes. Success in this role requires navigating ambiguity, translating complex data into actionable insights, aligning stakeholders with competing priorities, and continually improving the systems, analytics, and governance that support operational excellence in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. The Role • Lead and continually improve the company's monthly SIOP process, ensuring timely inputs, scenario analysis, and clear decisions at each step. • Facilitate structured business reviews that align Sales, Programs, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance and other functional teams around priorities, risks, dependencies, and execution plans. • Develop and maintain trusted reporting dashboards, KPIs, and data governance processes that provide leadership with accurate, actionable insights. • Partner closely with data science and digital teams to improve planning systems, reporting capabilities, automation, and analytics that support scalable business operations. • Identify cross-functional risks, constraints, and opportunities, driving mitigation plans and ensuring decisions are documented, communicated, and executed. • Partner with Finance and functional leaders to ensure operational plans support strategic and financial objectives. • Lead continuous improvement initiatives by evaluating existing processes, identifying inefficiencies and opportunities, partnering with functional leaders to design improved ways of working, and driving measurable improvements to operational performance. • Lead implementation of process improvements through excellent project management, stakeholder coordination and buy-in, defining business requirements, supporting software system development, driving change management, and ensuring successful adoption of new processes and tools. Basic Qualifications • Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, Finance, or related field • 5 – 8+ years of progressive experience in business operations, S&OP/SIOP, program management, supply chain, production planning, engineering operations, or other cross-functional operational leadership roles within advanced manufacturing, electronics, aerospace, medical devices, or related technology-intensive sectors • Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with a proven ability to influence and drive decisions cross-functionally and at all levels of an organization • Experience leading impactful cross-functional projects involving data and business processes • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and advanced planning or analytics tools (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, o9, Power BI, or similar) • Solid understanding of key supply chain concepts: forecasting, capacity planning, inventory optimization, lead time management, and product lifecycle management Behavioral Competencies • Growth mindset with a track record of building or maturing processes • Comfort operating in fast-changing, ambiguous environments with imperfect data and time-constrained decisions • Systems thinker who can simplify complex data and business planning processes into high-level visuals and discussions for decision-making • Data-driven and highly analytical • Strong collaborator who breaks down functional silos and creates shared ownership of the plan • Bias for action with a focus on execution and measurable results • Highly organized and detail-oriented • Strong influencer and facilitator who can align senior leaders and technical teams around difficult tradeoff decisions Work Environment • This role is based onsite in the Torrance, CA office. Compensation • SIOP Manager (Lead) / S06: $133,580 - $183,680 • SIOP Manager (Principal) / S07: $154,300 - $212,160 What We Offer • Competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary incentive bonus opportunities • Paid vacation, sick time, company holidays, year-end shutdown, and paid parental leave • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including HMO and PPO options • Company-sponsored life insurance and disability coverage • Learning and development reimbursement opportunities • Collaborative and high-performing work environment Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics. Additional Information The company participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States. Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

🏢 Summary: Full-time Product Manager role focused on driving development and market adoption of the Logistics Application within an enterprise AI-native platform. The role involves defining, prioritizing, and integrating features, collaborating cross-functionally with engineering, data science, sales, and design teams, and scaling solutions across customer environments. Requires strong enterprise software experience, U.S. citizenship, and ability to travel up to 60%. 🗂️ Requirements: U.S. Citizenship, Bachelor's degree in business or technology-related field, 5+ years in product or software role, Experience with enterprise software (B2B or B2G), Ability to travel up to 60%, Strong written and oral communication skills, Ability to work cross-functionally in fast-paced environment 📃 Skills: ProductManagement, EnterpriseSoftware, Logistics, B2B, B2G, ValuePropositionCanvas, BusinessModelCanvas, DataScience, Roadmapping, MarketAnalysis 🏢 Description: Company Description Air is the leader in Enterprise Readiness. Our mission is to establish readiness as a real-time condition that is continuously achieved. Today, a dangerous Readiness Gap exists between what the front line needs and what is delivered. Our AI-native platform, Air Enterprise Readiness, aligns development, production, delivery, and sustainment into one coordinated execution system for government agencies and industrial suppliers. By revealing true capacity, exposing real constraints, coordinating resources, and executing at the speed of operational demands, the front line gets what it needs to succeed. Job Description We are seeking a customer-oriented product manager to help drive the development of the Logistics Application within the Air Enterprise Readiness platform. This is an individual contributor role reporting to our Director of Product for Logistics. This role is responsible for prioritizing, rationalizing, and integrating new features and existing prototypes into our Logistics Application. You are accountable for delivering valuable and differentiated solutions at scale, end-to-end, within our Air Enterprise Readiness platform. You will also partner with our sales and implementation teams to shape how we talk about our Logistics offering in the marketplace in a way that resonates with our customers. Air's application-aligned product managers are responsible for thinking broadly across the communities we serve and delivering solutions that provide value to a wide range of customers. They partner with account-aligned PMs, as well as our sales and implementation teams, to broadly scale "in-the-field" solutions and improve the configurability and adaptability of our platform. In this role, you will partner with customer-aligned PMs to integrate prototype workflows and capabilities into full production within the Air Enterprise Readiness platform. You should be highly motivated by the market adoption of the solutions you successfully launch. To do this job well, you must possess exceptional judgment when it comes to identifying opportunities to deliver customer value in a productized way, as well as in the relative prioritization of those opportunities. You must work effectively cross-functionally in often ambiguous circumstances, distilling market opportunities to a clear set of objectives and solutions, and articulating the value of those solutions both internally and externally. In a typical week, a product manager could expect to: - Spend several days on site with users, seeking to understand how users across a variety of accounts utilize Air to relieve pain points and triangulate the commonalities to build new valuable workflows in the Air Enterprise Readiness platform. - Draft a clear and compelling articulation of customer problems, and what a good solution to those problems would look like in the Air Enterprise Readiness platform. - Partner with the sales team to help assess opportunities and understand the degree to which customer requirements align with product capabilities and roadmap. - Define how those solutions deliver value across a wide range of customer environments and determine what features are necessary to support broad adoption of the solution. - Collaborate with engineering and design teams to deliver the most promising capabilities. This role is a full-time position located in our Arlington, VA office. This role may require up to 60% travel. Scope of Responsibilities For new product features, define the addressable market size, the competitive landscape, the near-term sales opportunities, and alignment with the overall product strategy Validate concepts using the value proposition canvas/business model canvas, build a comprehensive business case, and communicate and defend the prioritization internally Partner with internal engineering and data science teams to scope the expected associated investment costs/timelines, and ensure that the business can deliver on scope, contractual obligations, and agreed-upon timelines Facilitate market introduction of new features/functions while balancing tradeoffs of risk, cost, and speed Ensure smooth integration of prototyped features/functions into Air Enterprise Readiness platform for utilization across customer accounts Qualifications U.S. Citizenship is required Bachelor's degree in business or technology-related field Required Skills: 5+ years in a product or software role, including experience with enterprise software (B2B or B2G) Strong value orientation, understanding of what matters for our customers, and why Self-starter, owner mentality Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment Exceptional written and oral communication skills across all levels of the business Desired Skills: Domain experience and expertise in Logistics or related fields Experience in or around DoD Full product lifecycle experience, from early idea through production and maintenance Familiarity with the value proposition canvas and/or business model canvas frameworks An advanced degree in a business or technical field Experience in or exposure to the nuances of a startup or other entrepreneurial environment Current possession of a U.S. security clearance at the Top Secret level, or the ability to obtain one with our sponsorship We firmly believe that past performance is the best indicator of future performance. If you thrive while building solutions to complex problems, are a self-starter, and are passionate about making an impact in global security, we're eager to hear from you. Air is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.

🏢 Summary: Full-time Product Manager role focused on defining and executing the roadmap for low-code/no-code builder capabilities within an enterprise AI-native SaaS platform. The position involves integrating prototypes, scaling platform features, and collaborating cross-functionally with engineering, AI, and data teams to deliver robust, configurable solutions. Requires strong technical fluency in backend systems and experience shipping infrastructure or platform services in B2B environments. 🗂️ Requirements: U.S. Citizenship, 5+ years Product Management experience in B2B SaaS, ERP, or highly configurable industry platforms, Experience shipping infrastructure or platform services, Fluency in backend systems concepts (authentication/authorization, data schemas, distributed systems), Expert-level SQL, Familiarity with Python, Experience with GitLab or GitHub, Understanding of microservices, caching, permissions models, and event systems, Familiarity with LLM-based systems and workflow tradeoffs, Bachelor's degree in business or technology-related field 📃 Skills: SQL, Python, GitLab, GitHub, Microservices, DistributedSystems, APIs, LLM, DataSchemas, Authentication, Authorization, Caching, EventSystems 🏢 Description: Job Description We are seeking an experienced product manager to build a strategy and execute against a roadmap to mature our low-code / no code builder experiences. You will be responsible for prioritizing, rationalizing, and integrating existing prototypes into the platform as well as developing new platform capabilities that serve our customers at scale. This is an individual contributor reporting to the SVP of Product. You are responsible for thinking broadly across the communities we serve and delivering solutions that provide value to a wide range of customers. You'll partner with other PMs and our engagement and implementation teams to scale "in-the-field" solutions and improve the configurability and adaptability of our platform. You should be highly motivated by striking a balance between building solutions that are robust and scalable and meeting customer needs. In order to do this job well, you must possess exceptional judgment when it comes to identifying opportunities to deliver customer value in a productized way, as well as in the relative prioritization of those opportunities. You must work effectively cross-functionally in often ambiguous circumstances, distilling market opportunities to a clear set of objectives and solutions, and articulating the value of those solutions both internally and externally. In a typical week, you could expect to: - Spend several days on site with users (internal and external), seeking to understand how users across a variety of accounts utilize Air Enterprise Readiness platform to relieve pain points and triangulate the commonalities to build new, valuable workflows in the Air Enterprise Readiness platform. - Draft clear and compelling articulation of customer problems, and what a good solution to those problems would look like in the Air Enterprise Readiness platform. - Partner with the other PMs and go-to-market team to help assess opportunities and understand the degree to which customer requirements align with product capabilities and roadmap - Define how those solutions deliver value across a wide range of customer environments and determine what features are necessary to support broad adoption of the solution. - Collaborate with engineering and design teams to deliver the most promising capabilities. - Do competitive analysis to understand what the table stakes capabilities are and what differentiators. This role may require up to 50% travel. Scope of Responsibilities - Define and prioritize the builder roadmap, balancing technical debt with high-impact UI improvements - Act as the "Internal PM" for our customer teams, ensuring they have the platform tools (APIs, UI components) they need to build faster - Spend time with power users to understand where the UI creates "friction" and translate those pains into elegant functional requirements - Partner with internal engineering, AI, and data science teams to scope the expected associated investment costs/timelines, and ensure that the business can deliver on scope, contractual obligations, and agreed-upon timelines - Facilitate market introduction of new features/functions while balancing tradeoffs of risk, cost, and speed - Ensure smooth integration of prototyped features/functions into Air Enterprise Readiness platform for utilization across customer accounts Qualifications Required Skills: - 5+ years of PM experience, specifically in B2B SaaS, ERPs, or highly configurable specialized industry platforms (e.g., FinTech, HealthTech, Construction Tech) - Fluency in backend systems concepts, including authentication/authorization models, data schemas, data orchestration systems, service contracts, and distributed system tradeoffs - Expert in SQL and familiarity with Python and GitLab/GitHub - Experience in shipping infrastructure or platform services - Fluency with technical concepts (microservices, distributed systems, caching, permissions models, data schemas, event systems, etc.) - Familiarity with LLM-based systems and the tradeoffs between deterministic workflows and agentic systems - Strong information architecture instincts, especially in configurable enterprise environments - Strong value orientation and understanding of customer needs - Self-starter with owner mentality - Growth mindset with experience in startup or growth-stage environments - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment - Exceptional written and oral communication skills - Bachelor's degree in business or a technology-related field - U.S. Citizenship is required Desired Skills: - Current possession of a U.S. security clearance, or the ability to obtain one with sponsorship - Experience in or around DoD - Experience working on low/no-code workflow or application builders Air is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.

🏢 Summary: Project Manager role focused on leading Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) initiatives to ensure lifecycle readiness and sustainability of complex systems within the Defence sector. The position involves coordinating cross-functional teams, managing maintenance, documentation, and logistics processes, and overseeing projects from planning to long-term support. It combines engineering knowledge with strong project management in technical and logistics environments. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Management, or related field, Proven experience in project management in technical or logistics environments, Knowledge or experience in Integrated Logistics Support (ILS), Experience in logistics and supply chain management, Experience in maintenance management (preventive and corrective), Ability to develop and manage technical documentation, Project management certification (PMP or equivalent), Fluency in English 📃 Skills: ILS, ProjectManagement, Logistics, SupplyChain, Maintenance, Engineering, Documentation, PMP, LifecycleManagement, Defence, Procurement, Systems, Warehousing 🏢 Description: ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for a Project Manager to join the Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) area, responsible for managing critical initiatives that ensure the operational readiness and long-term sustainability of complex systems throughout their lifecycle. This role is ideal for someone with strong coordination skills, a cross-functional mindset, and an interest in the intersection of engineering, systems, and logistics. YOUR ROLE Engineering background, with a stronger focus on project management applied to logistics, particularly within Integrated Logistics Support (ILS). Logistics and supply chain management, including transportation, storage, and distribution, aligned with internal warehouse operations. Equipment maintenance management: preventive maintenance related to component obsolescence and stocking needs; corrective and proactive maintenance, including software updates. Development and management of technical documentation for solutions and systems. Experience in delivering training on how to develop technical documentation for systems and solutions, aimed at installers and operators. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead ILS projects from planning through execution, delivery, and maintenance phases (including long lifecycle projects). Coordinate cross-functional teams (engineering, logistics, procurement, and systems). Ensure the development of ILS plans (maintenance, spares, training, and documentation). Monitor project timelines, costs, and risks. Ensure compliance with client requirements and defence industry standards. Contribute to the continuous improvement of ILS processes and methodologies. REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Management, or a related field. Experience in project management (preferably in technical, logistics, or industrial environments). Knowledge or prior experience in ILS, logistics, maintenance, or lifecycle support (preferred). Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills. Results-driven mindset with strong problem-solving abilities. Fluency in English (mandatory). Project management certification (e.g., PMP or equivalent). OTHER DETAILS This position offers the opportunity to participate in high-impact projects within the Defence sector. The role offers a flexible working environment and is suitable for both junior and senior professionals.