Material Manager, Warehouse (Technical Hardware)

Costa Mesa · Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00) · USD 129,000-179,000 · 2+ years experience · Onsite · Posted Sep 30, 2026

At a glance

As a Materials Manager at Anduril Industries, you will create a strategic plan to optimize warehouse operations, monitor team performance, and reduce costs while maintaining quality.
This role involves operating autonomously to keep a warehouse team motivated, developing standard operating procedures, and implementing or improving ERP and WMS systems.

Develop and implement material management strategies, policies, and procedures to comply with regulations.
Hiring & training talent who can manage material flow per Anduril guidelines.
Develop processes that increase the efficiency and effectiveness of Anduril materials management.
Implement necessary systems that match Anduril Federal policies on management of government property & inventory management.
Implement End-to-End material management measures to ensure inventory accuracy and to mitigate stockouts or overstocking.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to aid in accurate demand forecasting, procurement planning, and timely delivery of materials.
Collaborate with production planning and manufacturing teams to align material availability with production schedules.
Analyze material usage trends, identify opportunities for process improvements, and implement lean practices.
Utilize ERP & WMS software systems and tools to track inventory, generate reports, and provide data-driven insights.
Lead and develop a high-performing warehouse team, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or equivalent work experience
5+ years of experience in material management, inventory control, or supply chain management roles in an aerospace and/or defense manufacturing environment
2+ years of experience managing a lead of supervisors, associates or technicians
Ability to be onsite, local to Santa Ana, CA or Costa Mesa, CA

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, manufacturing or related operations field
Strong understanding of production rate, critical path analysis, and key warehouse fundamentals
Strong understanding for receiving and deployment documentation for domestic and international shipments
Ability to identify safety issues with warehouse vehicles to ensure safe operations
Strong knowledge of AS9100 standards and OSHA laws
Knowledge of 5S, lean manufacturing or 6-Sigma principles
Forklift certification

Highly competitive equity grants
Comprehensive, competitive benefits package supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next