Senior Manager Inventory and Logistics

Since 2018, Elevate Aircraft Seating has been enhancing the passenger experience through innovative aircraft seat design and manufacturing. With locations in California, Washington, and Germany we are guided by creativity, collaboration, and a shared commitment to quality.

We are looking for a skilled Senior Manager Inventory and Logistics to join our team in Huntington Beach. This is an on-site position based in Huntington Beach. We value teamwork, inclusivity, and continuous professional development, and we offer competitive benefits along with opportunities for growth.

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Manager, Inventory and Logistics is responsible for the leadership, strategy, and execution of inventory management, warehouse operations, receiving, packaging, and outbound logistics. This role oversees the Manager, Warehouse and Manager, Logistics positions and ensures alignment across stockroom, inventory control, and shipping functions to support production and customer delivery requirements.

This position drives inventory accuracy, material flow efficiency, safe and compliant transportation practices, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Senior Manager partners cross-functionally with Operations, Planning, Quality, and Finance to achieve company objectives related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and inventory performance.

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES - Essential Functions (Other duties and projects may be assigned or requested.)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight to Warehouse and Logistics departments, including receiving, stockroom, packaging, and shipping operations.
• Lead and develop department managers and staff to achieve organizational goals, strengthen bench strength, and support succession planning.
• Represent Supply Chain leadership in cross-functional meetings and executive reviews.
• Establish and execute strategic plans for inventory control, material flow, warehousing, and transportation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across inventory and logistics functions using Lean principles and data-driven decision-making.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, including freight spend and warehouse operational costs.
• Develop and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for inventory accuracy, warehouse productivity, on-time shipment, freight cost, and space utilization.
• Oversee inbound and outbound freight operations, including carrier selection, routing optimization, packaging compliance, and on-time delivery performance.
• Ensure full compliance with import and export regulations, partnering with internal stakeholders and external brokers to maintain adherence to U.S. and international trade laws, documentation requirements, and recordkeeping standards.
• Ensure compliance with company quality standards, packaging specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee ERP/MRP system integrity related to inventory transactions, receiving, and shipping accuracy.
• Ensure inventory accuracy through cycle count programs, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Partner with Operations and Material Planning to ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials aligned with the master production schedule.
• Ensure proper scrap disposition processes and maintain revision control integrity within inventory.
• Maintain a safe, secure and legal work environment, adhering to all Company policies and procedures.
• Protect the confidentiality of the Company’s information and products.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned or requested.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS – Education, Knowledge, and Experience

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field required. Master’s Degree preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in warehouse operations, inventory control, and logistics management within a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 10 years of leadership experience managing managers and/or cross-functional teams.

Skills:

• Strong leadership capability with demonstrated success in team development and performance management.
• Comprehensive knowledge of inventory control, warehousing, transportation, and ERP/MRP systems.
• Experience overseeing trade compliance, including import/export regulations (ITAR, EAR), customs documentation, and broker management.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen, including KPI development, data analysis, and cost control.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to effectively interface and influence across all levels of the organization.
• Experience with Lean and continuous improvement methodologies.

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Experience with Syspro or comparable ERP systems.
• Experience in aerospace or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP) preferred.

Other:

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Elevate Aircraft Seating is an “at-will” employer; employment is at the mutual consent of both the employee and the employer and may be terminated at will for any reason, with or without cause, at any time during employment with the Company.
• As business conditions warrant a change in the operating necessities of the Company, all employees are expected to react productively and handle other essential tasks assigned now or in the future.
• Tasks may vary slightly based on products produced at a division.

SUPERVISION PROVIDED TO THE POSITION

• Direction is provided in terms of strategic objectives, budgets, and operational goals.
• Work is reviewed based on achievement of business results, inventory accuracy, cost performance, service levels, and organizational effectiveness.
• Reports to: Director of Supply Chain or Vice President of Supply Chain.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY

• Provides direct supervision to Manager, Warehouse and Manager, Logistics, and indirect leadership to warehouse, receiving, inventory, packaging, and shipping personnel.
• Responsible for departmental performance, employee development, succession planning, and adherence to organizational goals, operating policies, and budgetary guidelines.
• Drives achievement of key supply chain initiatives and company objectives.

PROBLEM SOLVING

• Develops and implements solutions to complex operational and inventory challenges.
• Identifies systemic issues impacting material flow, cost, service, or quality and implements corrective and preventive actions aligned with organizational objectives.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Elevate Aircraft Seating offers competitive wages and benefits to recognize employees for their work. The base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, experience and take into account internal equity.

Salary Range Transparency: $125,500- $165,000 annually

Featured Benefits:

• Up to 15% bonus potential (for bonus eligible positions)
• Generous 401(K) matching with immediate eligibility and vesting
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off
• 12 paid holidays
• Affordable health care plans for yourself and your family
• And so much more!

Other Perks:

• On-site gym
• Free electric car charging stations
• Potential for growth within organization
• Supportive workplace environment with a team-oriented culture

Salary : $125,500 - $165,000