Inventory & Logistics Manager

Edge Autonomy•San Luis Obispo, CA

24d•$105,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

Redwire Defense Tech is looking for a Manager who will be responsible for leading all Logistics functions with authority over Shipping, Receiving and Inventory Control for our San Luis Obispo facility. The person selected for the role will be responsible for owning the design, performance, and regulatory compliance for all material-movement and storage processes and setting departmental strategy, defining standards, and building systems that ensure export-compliant, accurate, and efficient global shipping operations. Full working knowledge and background in Hazmat, Export Compliance and Shipping laws is required

Requirements

Extensive background in logistics or inventory management with demonstrated ownership of cross-functional material-movement processes.
Leadership experience with departmental-level responsibility, including strategic planning, metrics ownership, and personnel development.
Strong competency in international logistics, export-control compliance, freight forwarding, customs processes, HTS classification, ECCN determination, and regulatory documentation.
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, inventory-control principles, and warehouse-management tools.
Capability to interpret technical documentation and integrate it into material-flow and classification decisions.
High-accuracy decision maker capable of prioritizing in a complex operational environment.
Knowledge of safety governance and regulatory obligations for material handling and shipping.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications

Nice To Haves

6 to 10 years’ experience in logistics, inventory and / or global shipping roles
Prior management experience leading multi-function operations.
Demonstrated use of structured continuous improvement tools.
Experience in quality managed environments (AS9100 preferred)

Responsibilities

Establish the long-range plan for Logistics, including capacity planning, staffing, departmental KPIs, and workflow architecture.
Create and maintain policies governing shipping, receiving, inventory control, export compliance, and internal freight operations.
Oversee adherence to ITAR/EAR requirements, HTS codes, ECCN classification, controlled goods handling, and export-documentation accuracy.
Lead the design of warehouse layout, material-flow strategy, and inventory-control methodology to align with business demands and regulatory requirements.
Build and enforce cycle-counting programs, inventory-accuracy controls, and systemic root-cause analysis for discrepancies.
Architect process-improvement initiatives using structured methods (Kaizen, A3, error-proofing).
Direct training programs that elevate team capability in export compliance, hazardous materials rules, customs requirements, and ERP-driven material management.
Provide training, guidance, support, and assistance to inventory, shipping, logistics, and production staff.
Maintain oversight of timekeeping, staffing, and performance management while delegating day-to-day supervision to team leads or supervisors.
Direct the selection, qualification, and performance management of freight forwarders, carriers, brokers, and logistics partners.
Enforce and promote a culture of safety by conducting regular safety inspections, identifying potential hazards, and implementing corrective actions to mitigate risks in inventory and shipping operations.